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Developing the next generation of explorers.

NC Space Grant is a NASA-funded grant program that promotes, develops and supports aeronautics and space-related science, engineering and technology education and training in North Carolina. We partner with NASA, industry, nonprofit organizations and state government agencies to conduct programs designed to equip the current and future aerospace workforce of North Carolina.

Our Mission

NC Space Grant strives to inspire and engage North Carolinians to explore the universe and our own planet by capitalizing on NASA’s unique contributions in exploration and discovery.

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Higher Education Opportunities

NASA is committed to investing in our Nation’s future workforce and fueling an increased interest in STEM disciplines in North Carolina.

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NASA Opportunities

North Carolina Space Grant collaborates with NASA centers, industry partners, research organizations and other national Space Grant partners to provide hands-on experiential and research experiences to higher education students through meaningful internships.

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2023 NC Space Symposium

Learn more about this year’s NC Space Grant Symposium, taking place on Friday, April 21, 2023 at the Jane S. McKimmon Center on the NC State University campus in Raleigh, NC. 

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NC Space Grant Symposium Archive

Check out previous NC Space Grant Symposia from years past.

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NC Space Grant News

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Statewide Star Party is a Stellar Success: Connecting People to Nature From the Mountains to the Sea

In April, the North Carolina Science Festival hosted the 11th annual Statewide Star Party, an opportunity to stargaze, celebrate and learn about the night sky. Approximately 8,500 people participated in these public skywatching events at 35 different locations from the mountains to the sea.  

Accepting Applications: North Carolina Space Education Ambassadors Program

NC Space Grant is pleased to announce the North Carolina Space Education Ambassadors (NCSEA) program application is open now until June 30. 
NASA Artemis Launch Director speaks to NC Space Symposium attendees during keynote presentation about Artemis missions and the future of space exploration.

Annual NC Space Symposium Returns In-Person to Celebrate Student Research

On April 21, North Carolina Space Grant hosted its annual NC Space Symposium at the McKimmon Center in Raleigh. The Symposium brought together over 200 students and professionals from all over the state of North Carolina to celebrate student research and learn from experts.  

Resources for STEM Education at Home

NC Space Grant is dedicated to providing information and resources to advance space-related and general STEM education for North Carolinians of all ages. In this unprecedented environment of changing educational norms and methods, we hope to provide useful resources for students, families, and formal and informal educators to utilize to continue learning remotely in the home. Explore the resources below and please feel free to contact us with others you find!

At-Home Resources