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NASA is taking applications for its next class of astronauts.

The Verge •
November 08, 2026 • 04:15 PM
• By Terrence O'Brien
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From now through December 3rd, would-be spacefarers can throw their hat in the ring to join NASA. This is the first time in two years the agency has opened up astronaut applications. Those who are selected are expected to start training sometime in 2028. You can file your own application here. [Link: NASA Seeks Next Generation of Explorers to Join Astronaut Corps | https://www.nasa.gov/news-release/nasa-seeks-next-generation-of-explorers-to-join-astronaut-corps/ | NASA]

NASA is taking applications for its next class of astronauts.

From now through December 3rd, would-be spacefarers can throw their hat in the ring to join NASA. This is the first time in two years the agency has opened up astronaut applications . Those who are selected are expected to start training sometime in 2028. You can file your own application here .

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