First Nations Launch Competition

Scholarship Description

NASA Wisconsin Space Grant Consortium’s First Nations Launch (FNL) National High-Power Rocket Competition is a NASA Artemis Student Challenge that provides an opportunity for students attending a Tribal College or University, a Native American-Serving Nontribal Institution (NASNTI), or who are members of an active American Indian Science and Engineering Society (AISES) collegiate chapter to design, build, and fly a high-powered rocket to be launched at a competition at the Richard Bong State Recreational Area in Kansasville, WI.

To participate, the following are required:

(1) be enrolled at a Tribal College/University, a Native American-Serving Nontribal Institution (NASNTI), or attending a university with an active AISES program;

(2) have a committed faculty mentor;

(3) should select a team leader;

(4) should be comprised of approximately 4-6 students; (5) shall seek advice/mentorship from Industry, Tripoli, NAR, and others.

There are multiple deadlines before the competition (month of April). Follow the WSGC website for more info. (https://spacegrant.carthage.edu/first-nations-launch/)

Eligibility Requirements

• For residents of the following states: Wisconsin
• Type of institution award is open to: four-year college
• Award is available to U.S. citizens

Application Requirements

• Application form required
• Special requirements exist (These are specified in text.)
• Rocket Launch Team Documentation

How To Apply