Virtual Analog Astronaut Lab

Winter Mission Application · Fields marked * are required.

Student details

First name *

Last name *

Email *

Phone *

Grade *

School name *

City *

Country *

Parent / guardian details

First name *

Last name *

Email *

Phone *

Academic Interests and Experience

Have you previously participated in any science projects, research programs, competitions or technical courses? *

yesno

Prior experience is not required to apply.

Motivation

Why do you want to join the Virtual Analog Astronaut Lab? *

Tell us what interests you about designing an experiment and working with a certified analog astronaut. 150 words maximum.

0 / 150 words

What is your most meaningful extracurricular activity, and what have you done to contribute to or develop it? *

150 words maximum

0 / 150 words

Choose one concept, problem or recent development in space or aerospace that interests you. Explain what you find compelling about it and one question you would like to investigate further. *

150 words maximum

0 / 150 words

Availability and Scheduling

The program brings together students from multiple countries. Live weekend sessions and team meetings will be coordinated across time zones. Scheduling preferences will be collected during onboarding, but flexibility will be required.

What time zone will you be joining from? *

Search by city (e.g. Mumbai). India is listed as Asia/Kolkata — that covers Mumbai, Delhi, Bangalore and the rest of India. If you cannot find yours, choose Other.

Are there any dates between 19 December 2026 and 9 January 2027 when you will be unavailable? *

24 December, 25 December and 1 January are program holidays. Write “None” if you have no additional conflicts.

Are you willing to coordinate team meetings with students joining from different time zones? *

YesTo some extentNo

Please describe any scheduling restrictions we should consider.

Final schedules will be communicated after onboarding. Preferences will be considered but cannot be guaranteed.

Can you commit 5–6 hours per week throughout the three-week program? *

yesno

Technical Requirements

Do you have access to a laptop, a stable internet connection and a quiet space for live sessions? *

YesNo

Program Tuition

Tuition for the Virtual Analog Astronaut Lab is $1,950 USD. Payment is required only after the student successfully completes the application review process, receives a formal offer and accepts their place.

I understand that the program fee is payable only after I receive and accept a formal offer. *

Partial Scholarship Awards

Five partial scholarship awards of up to $200 USD are available for students with demonstrated financial need. Awards are limited and assessed alongside the program application.

Would you like to be considered for a partial scholarship award? *

yesno

Final Confirmation

Student declaration * — I confirm that the information provided is accurate and that the written responses are my own work.Parent or guardian consent * — I confirm that my parent or guardian is aware of this application and has consented to my participation if I am admitted.