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Our Story

We foster dynamic relationships among academic, research, and industry partners, facilitating collaboration with federal agencies to strengthen Member Institutions’ capabilities in NASA related activities.

Established by Congress in 1988 and implemented by the National Aeronautics and Space Administration, the National Space Grant College and Fellowship Program (also known as Space Grant) contributes to the nation’s science enterprise by funding research, education, and public service projects through a national network of 52 university-based Space Grant consortia

Together, we serve:

1250

affiliates and
partners

52

consortia in 50
states, DC, & PR

531

academic
institutions

Our Objectives:

  • Create unique opportunities for students and the public to contribute to NASA’s work in exploration and discovery.
  • Build a robust future STEM workforce by engaging students in authentic learning experiences with NASA people, content, and facilities.
  • Strengthen public understanding by enabling powerful connections to NASA’s mission and work.

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