NASA is taking applications for its next astronaut class until 11:59 p.m. EST on December 3, under a November 7 call. Final selection is expected in late 2027.1
Applicants must be U.S. citizens. The basic route requires a STEM master's and three years' relevant experience after the qualifying degree; NASA lists degree and pilot-experience alternatives. Candidates must pass its long-duration flight physical.1
The agency says selected recruits could work on lunar missions. Applying is not a promised seat to the Moon.1
Bloomboff's take
Rocket science still has an HR department. Read the requirements before packing the space boots.
