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NASA Initiates U.S. Space Academy Establishment

NASA is actively working to establish the first United States Space Academy, following an executive order signed on August 28, 2026. The academy aims to develop America's future aerospace workforce and leadership.

NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman chaired the inaugural Presidential Commission meeting on September 9. The agency has issued a Request for Information (RFI) seeking states interested in hosting and sponsoring the academy.

Key commission members from various government agencies, including the Secretary of War, Director of the National Economic Council, and Secretary of the Air Force, participated in the initial meeting to discuss the academy's structure, curriculum, and partnerships.

The commission's 120-day mandate is to provide recommendations on establishing the academy and building a talent pipeline for America's long-term space goals.

States are being asked to submit proposals detailing their vision for the academy's location, including site readiness, environmental considerations, and proximity to supporting ecosystems.

Responses to the RFI are due by October 26, 2026. The timeline includes a groundbreaking by 2027, temporary hosting of the first 300 students in 2028, and a permanent location operational by 2031.

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