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Have you considered a career at NASA? 

Don't think it is for you?  Did you know that NASA hires all types of majors?  NASA needs you! 

Have you heard of the NASA Community College Aerospace Scholars (NCAS) program? It is a national program run by NASA strictly for Community College students and it is an excellent way to get your foot in the door! We are bringing this opportunity to YOU at Cerritos College!

 

  • THERE IS NO MINIMUM GPA REQUIREMENT.
  • ALL MAJORS ARE WELCOME (and needed!  Yes, that includes YOURS!) 

Join NASA Community College Aerospace Scholars (NCAS) at Cerritos College!

This October 15-18, Cerritos College will host the prestigious NCAS Robotics Competition, an exciting four-day event that brings NASA’s mission directly to our campus. You’ll step into the role of an aerospace professional, working with a team to design, budget, and build a rover while competing for a simulated NASA contract. Along the way, you’ll visit local universities and industry leaders, meet STEM experts, and gain insider knowledge about NASA’s missions — from Artemis to Mars exploration.

Why should you participate?

NCAS is more than a competition — it’s a launchpad for your future. You’ll build technical and professional skills, strengthen your resume, and discover pathways to internships, research opportunities, and careers with NASA and beyond. Best of all, no previous knowledge or experience is required — just curiosity and a willingness to learn. Open to all Cerritos College students, regardless of major or GPA, NCAS is your chance to challenge yourself, make lasting connections, and be part of a one-of-a-kind NASA experience.

APPLY NOW AT:  https://forms.gle/pqyW3HKVe1gNeQpV6 

DEADLINE: SEP 7, 2025!

Eligibility:

  • High school graduate or equivalent and at least 18 years of age
  • US Citizen AND Legal Permanent Resident
  • Registered at a U.S. community college during the semester of the team experience
  • Concurrent enrollment or completion of 9+ hours (units) of STEM coursework.  If you aren't sure if your class counts, please ask! (They can be very liberal.)

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Learn more about NCAS:

 

Visit the Physics/Astronomy/Engineering Department website to learn about our program