2025 test · Question 22 of 128
How long is a term for a U.S. senator?
Answers from the USCIS list
Give this answer. Words in light (parentheses) are optional.
- Six optional: (6) years
Our explanation
A term is the length of time in office. U.S. senators are elected for six years at a time. Compare: House members serve two years, the President four years, and senators six years.
Remember it
2-4-6: House 2 years, President 4 years, Senate 6 years.
Source
USCIS 2025 Study Guide p. 20: "U.S. Senators are elected for six years." p. 20: House members "are elected every two years." p. 26: "the President is elected for four years."
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