Audience
Students
Grade Levels
Grades K-4, Grades 5-8, Grades 9-12, Higher Education
Subject
Careers
Type
Read About It, Videos, Websites
Do you wonder what you should do to become a NASA astronaut? Do you wonder what classes to take or which degree is best? Learn from those who know the answers because they have accomplished their dream of becoming a NASA astronaut. Read articles and watch videos to help you prepare if becoming an astronaut is your dream job.
Articles
- Explorers Wanted: NASA to Hire More Artemis Generation Astronauts
- An Astronaut’s Guide to Applying to Be An Astronaut
- Astronaut Requirements
- 10 Ways Students Can Prepare to #BeAnAstronaut
- So You Want to Be an Astronaut?
- Meet Astronaut Graduate: Loral O’Hara
- Tumblr Article: Five Myths About Becoming an Astronaut
Video Resources
- Video Playlist: Want to Be an Astronaut? You’ll Need These 4 Skills
- #AskNASA: How Can I Be An Astronaut?
- Becoming Astronauts: Are You Next?
- From JPL Intern to NASA Astronaut: Jessica Watkins
- #askAstro: How To Be an Astronaut
- #askAstro: Should I Become a Pilot To Be an Astronaut?
- Astronaut Kate Rubins Gives Career Advice to Kids—My Path
- Astronauts—In Their Own Words
- Message for Aspiring Astronauts (Michael López-Alegría)
- Advice for Students (Dr. Franklin Chang-Díaz)
- Astronaut Mike Fincke’s Career Path