Do you want to become a NASA astronaut?

Do you want to become a NASA astronaut?

Applications are now open to join NASA's astronaut corps! 
Join NASA as it expands the frontiers of discovery in low Earth orbit, on the Moon, and beyond—apply by December 3, 2026.

Learn more here:
https://go.nasa.gov/4iGqLqu
https://www.nasa.gov/humans-in-space/astronauts/become-an-astronaut/

The basic requirements to apply include United States citizenship and a master’s degree in a STEM field, including engineering, biological science, physical science, or computer science from an accredited institution. The requirement for the master’s degree can also be met by:

Completion of at least two years of work toward a doctoral program in an appropriate technical field of engineering, biological science, physical science, computer science, or mathematics. 

Completion of a Doctor of Medicine, Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine, Physician Assistant, Doctor of Nursing Practice, Family Nurse Practitioner, or a related medical degree. 

Completion of, or current enrollment in, a nationally recognized Test Pilot School program, provided the program is completed by July 2027. If Test Pilot School is the only advanced technical degree, then completion of a bachelor’s degree in a STEM field, including engineering, biological science, physical science, or computer science is required.

Candidates must also have at least three years of related professional experience after completing their qualifying degree. 

For pilots, the professional experience requirement may be met through the following flight experience: 

High-performance jet aircraft: 750 hours of pilot-in-command time. 

Other fixed-wing aircraft: 1,500 total flight hours, including 750 hours as pilot in command. 

Rotary-wing aircraft: 1,000 total flight hours, including 300 hours as pilot in command. 

For medical doctors, residency training may count toward the professional experience requirement and must be completed by July 2027. 

Astronaut candidates must pass NASA’s long-duration astronaut flight physical and demonstrate strong leadership, teamwork, and communication skills. 

Science, Technology, Engineering, Math (STEM) Education

NASA STEM resources: https://www.nasa.gov/learning-resources/

How to Apply for NASA Jobs: https://www.nasa.gov/careers/

Search for NASA-related positions at USA Jobs
https://www.usajobs.gov/search/results/?k=NASA

Video Credit: NASA
Duration: 1 minute
Release Date: Nov. 7, 2026

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