Welcome to the NASA Nebraska Space Grant Consortium

NASA Nebraska Space Grant is part of NASA’s National Space Grant College and Fellowship Program.  We are one of 52 Space Grant Consortiums in the United States and have been successfully promoting aerospace-related activities within the state since 1991.

Mission

The Nebraska Space Grant Consortium is awarded funds to develop research infrastructure and enhance the quality of aerospace research and education throughout the state. 

Vision

To enhance the quality of life for Nebraskans through continuous research, fellowship and scholarship funding, and public service related to aeronautics and aerospace.

Benefits

This grant allows Nebraska colleges and universities to engage in research, education, and public service programs related to aeronautics, space sciences, and technology.

OPPORTUNITIES

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Also check the NASA Nebraska EPSCoR website for additional opportunities.  

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Nebraska Space Grant Mini-Grants

(Applications Due TBD - see announcement above)

The Nebraska Space Grant offers Higher Education Mini-Grants and Research Mini-Grants.  These grants are available to Nebraska educators and researchers.

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Nebraska Space Grant Fellowships 

(Applications Due TBD - see announcement above)

The Nebraska Space Grant awards fellowships for student research and educational opportunities.

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Please see the Opportunities page for more information and deadlines regarding the Mini-Grant, Fellowship, and Internship opportunities. 

PROGRAMS

Nebraska Space Grant supports several aerospace-education and outreach efforts within the state.  These include High Altitude Ballooning (HAB), NASA-specific professional development for teachers, the Annual Meeting of the Nebraska Academy of Sciences, and other conferences and events.