Mock Election

Getting Started

Get in the Game using YLI Mock Elections!

Join the 2024 YLI National Mock Election!

YLI's 2024 National Mock Election takes place October 21-31.

The ballot includes races for governor, U.S. House, U.S. Senate, and President.

Customize your ballot by adding or removing races or referenda between October 7-19. You could add an election for Mayor or Class President!

Lesson plans supporting the Mock Election are highlighted on YLI's Lesson Plans page.

FREE online teacher resources include downloadable posters, decorations and stickers to generate election excitement in your school.

Flexible voting period. Voting occurs between October 21-31.

Teachers may choose online or paper ballot voting.

Results for the Mock Election will be available to registered educators beginning November 1.

Scroll down for links to instructions and related resources.

Get in the Game all year long with YLI’s "My Elections" option!

Run your student government/class elections by using our customized election option.
Create election experiences for students in semester courses.
Use YLI's "My Elections" to hold elections and referenda on any topic at any time.
View My Election Teacher and Student Instructions via the links below and to the right under Instructions and Other Resources.

The YLI Mock Election is an academic exercise. It is not a scientific survey and is not designed to predict the outcome of the general election. The views expressed are those of participating students, not those of the Youth Leadership Initiative or the UVA Center for Politics.

Mock Election Demo