{
  "id": 18767180,
  "title": "NASA Seeks Next Generation of Explorers to Join Astronaut Corps",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/07/nasa-seeks-next-generation-of-explorers-to-join-astronaut-corps",
  "topic": "science",
  "section": "Science",
  "published": "2026-11-07T18:11:57.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "NASA",
    "slug": "nasa",
    "url": "https://www.nasa.gov/news-release/nasa-seeks-next-generation-of-explorers-to-join-astronaut-corps/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "NASA has opened applications for its next class of astronauts, announcing the 2025 Astronaut Candidate Class on September 22, 2025, at Johnson Space Center in Houston. The agency aims to select explorers who will join the ongoing efforts to return to the Moon, construct a lunar base, and pave the way for the first crewed missions to Mars.\n\nThe call for applicants is open to U.S. citizens holding a master’s degree in a STEM field such as engineering, biological science, physical science, or computer science. Acceptable alternatives include completion of at least two years of work towards a doctoral program in a relevant technical field, completion of a medical degree, or completion of a nationally recognized Test Pilot School program. Candidates must also have three years of professional experience after obtaining their advanced degree.\n\nNASA aims to make its final selection in late 2027 to begin training as the next class of astronaut candidates. The agency anticipates an exceptional opportunity for those who apply, as they will have the chance to contribute to groundbreaking missions and inspire the next generation of scientists, engineers, and explorers.",
  "summary": "NASA is looking for the explorers who will help write the next chapter of human spaceflight. Applications are now open for the agency’s next class of astronauts, who will join NASA as America returns to the Moon, builds the Moon Base, and lays the groundwork for the first crewed missions to Mars. The next generation […]",
  "key_points": [
    "NASA opens applications for 2025 Astronaut Candidate Class on September 22, 2025.",
    "Candidates must hold master’s degree in STEM or related work experience.",
    "Selection expected in late 2027 for training of next astronaut class."
  ],
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  "coverage": {
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}