WHAT IS STELLARXPLORERS?

Launching students into STEM careers

The StellarXplorers Space STEM Program, created by the Air & Space Forces Association (AFA), inspires 6-12 grade students toward careers in aerospace, aviation, and other science, technology, engineering, and mathematics disciplines critical to our nation’s future.

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WHAT DO STUDENTS LEARN?

Solve real-world space design challenges

The StellarXplorers National Space Design Competition is a fun space system design competition that challenges teams of students to solve orbit planning, satellite component, and launch vehicle selection scenarios in a series of online rounds.

​Registration for the current competition season has closed. Check back in the spring for next season's registration info!

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

StellarXplorers IX National Space Design Competition Finalists Announced! Click here to see which 10 teams are making the trip to Houston, TX for the National Finals Competition.