** Qualification Round 1 Scores NOW AVAILABLE! Scroll to the bottom of the page to view the scores. **
StellarXplorers IX Schedule
The competition consists of three online practice rounds, three online qualifying rounds, an online semifinal round, and an in-person National Finals Competition. After the three qualifying rounds, the top 64 teams earn a spot in the Semifinal Round. From there, the top 10 teams qualify for the in-person National Finals event. This is an all-expenses paid trip to compete for educational grants (awarded to the top three teams) and network with sponsor representatives and guest speakers.
See the full schedule of StellarXplorers IX (2022-2023) competition dates and registration deadlines below:
See the full schedule of StellarXplorers IX (2022-2023) competition dates and registration deadlines below:
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* The dates for these rounds were updated on 9/29/22
ROUND 1
Practice (PR1) | October 13-16, 2022 * Qualification (QR1) | October 27-30, 2022 ROUND 2
Practice (PR2) | November 17-20, 2022 Qualification (QR2) | December 8-11, 2022 * ROUND 3
Practice (PR3) | January 12-15, 2023 Qualification (QR3) | January 26-29, 2023 SEMIFINALS
February 16-19, 2023 NATIONAL FINALS
April 20-22, 2023
(In-Person Event - Held in Houston, TX. Teams travel on 4/19 and 4/23) |
Important Dates & Deadlines
Team Registration Opens | May 4, 2022 Team Registration Closes | October 17, 2022 Roster Finalization | October 26, 2022 Payment Due | November 15, 2022 Registration fees can be paid via credit card, purchase order, and check. To download a copy of AFA's W-9, click the button below:
Stay on track with your participation in the StellarXplorers Space Design Competition. Use the Team Checklist!
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Registration Fees
The registration fee for the first team registered at an organization is $200.*
The registration fee for an additional team is $100.
The fees for and single organization's third, fourth, and fifth teams registered are waived.
*Teams created in the registration system (with team director verification) prior to August 1 receive a 20% discount. The rate is locked-in until payment is due.
Additionally,
The registration fee for an additional team is $100.
The fees for and single organization's third, fourth, and fifth teams registered are waived.
*Teams created in the registration system (with team director verification) prior to August 1 receive a 20% discount. The rate is locked-in until payment is due.
Additionally,
- Fees are automatically waived for JROTC, Civil Air Patrol, and Naval Sea Cadet Corps teams
- Fees are waived upon request for Title I School (must provide proof of status – e.g. signed letter from school administrator)
Payment is due by November 15, 2022 (purchase order, check, and credit card are all accepted)
Registered Teams
The map below shows the organizations currently registered for StellarXplorers IX (2022-2023 season). Please contact the StellarXplorers Program Office if you wish to support a team in your area.
Scores
Scores for each competition round are posted as they become available. Click the button below for the scores you'd like to view.
