<p>Can someone offer me some more information on this? I know the basics (looked it up online). But I mean, how hard is it to get in? Is there something in specific that they are looking for? Do only the well-connected get in to the the program? Do I stand a better shot applying through the House of Rep. or the Senate?</p>
<p>I'm from NJ, by the way. My Rep. is Republican and both Lautenburg and Menedez (senators) are Democrat. And I know that the majority party gets to have more people admitted. I'm going to be a junior next year.</p>
<p>If anybody can offer me some answers, I wold be very thankful.</p>
<p>It's easier to get the position if you're well-connected, but it's totally possible even if you're not...dude, my Rep didn't even know he HAD a page until I introduced myself to him on the House floor, haha. </p>
<p>Anyway, criteria for selection are mysterious...I also have no idea exactly how selective it is, only that it's tough to get a position. </p>
<p>Apply to both your Senators and your Rep, along with Nancy Pelosi. House and Senate page programs are both v. good...as a House page you get more regular interaction with Reps and the rules are looser, but you get contact (albeit limited) with "famous" people as a Senate page.</p>
<p>i have a question, is it too late to apply now if i am junior next year? also, do you just apply directly to the senator? or do you have to wait to be nominated?</p>