NASA Community College Aerospace Scholars: Opens October 2024

There are two “missions” to complete before you can apply for Mission 3 of the NASA Community College Aerospace Scholars program.

Prerequisite

Must have successfully completed the most recent NCAS Mission 1: Discover and NCAS Mission 2: Explore

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Eligibility

Mission 1: Discover

• U.S. Citizenship
• High school graduate or equivalent
• At least 18 years of age by beginning of Mission 1: Discover.
• Currently attend a U.S. community college
• Completion or concurrent enrollment of 9+ college credits of STEM coursework
• Able to commit to a 5-week online session
• Internet access
• Have not previously participated in NCAS

Mission 2: Explore – Successful completion of previous Mission 1: Discover

Mission 3: Innovate – Successful completion of previous Mission 1: Discover and Mission 2: Explore

How to Apply

Next application period will open in October 2024. Check back for more information in mid-September.

To complete the NCAS application:

1. Sign up or Log in to the NASA STEM Gateway.
2. Explore Opportunities for College STEM Experiences.
3. Apply for NCAS Mission 1: Discover.

You will need to provide:

• Contact information.
• Community college transcripts (official or unofficial) must include the following:
  • Your name.
  • Your school’s name.
  • 9 credits of college STEM courses, either completed or in-progress.
  • Proof of current enrollment.
• 300-word (max) explanation of why you want to participate in NCAS.

Download this FAQ document for additional application help.

If you experience any technical difficulties with the application, please email to hq-nasa-stem-gateway@mail.nasa.gov.

NCAS Timeframe

NCAS has two consecutive schedules to engage community college students and institutions year-round.

• Schedule A: August through February; April – May recruiting
• Schedule B: February through August; October – November recruiting

You can jump to the full page and program description here.