An Opportunity for Texas High School Juniors
The NASA High School Aerospace Scholars (HAS) program works with Spark! PK-12 Engineering Education Outreach to offer a unique opportunity for high school juniors across Texas. NASA wants today’s students to become tomorrow’s engineers, scientists, researchers and innovators. This program offers a one-of-a-kind experience for students to explore STEM-related majors or career opportunities. The highest achieving students earn the opportunity to attend the onsite summer experience at NASA's Johnson Space Center in Houston.
Apply to Texas High School Aerospace Scholars 2024-2025
Eligibility:
- U.S. citizen
- Texas resident
- Texas high school juniors
- Committed to a one-year relationship with NASA and Texas A&M University
- Internet access (from home, school or public library)
- Interactive lessons on NASA activities related to space exploration, earth science, technology and aeronautics.
- Design challenges such as 3D drawings, video creation, interactive poster design and more.
- Virtual chats with NASA engineers and scientists and Texas A&M Engineering Faculty.
- Team projects and briefings directed by NASA engineers and scientists.
- Hands-on design challenge and engineering activities planning an Artemis-themed mission.
- Tours of NASA facilities and Texas A&M Engineering.
- Potential to earn a half or full credit for Engineering Design and Problem-Solving, a Texas Education Agency-approved course.
- Field trip to local Texas A&M University System campuses.
- Internship and scholarship opportunities, too!
Interested students must register before Oct. 16, 2024, to meet the deadline!