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Astronaut
To become an
Astronaut you need at least a Bachelors degree in Engineering,
Biological Sciences, Physical Sciences, Mathematics, or something similar from
an accredited college or university. After receiving your degree you will need
at least 3 years
of related experience to qualify for their Astronaut candidate program. If you
want to be a Pilot Astronaut you will need more than
1,000 hours of experience as pilot-in-command of a jet in addition to
your degree. All applicants must pass a rigorous physical exam and meet strict
height and health requirements. Once accepted to the Astronaut candidate
program you will train for 2 years at NASAs
facility in Houston, Texas. There you
will take classes in Math, Astronomy, Physics, Geology, Meteorology,
Oceanography, Navigation, Orbital Mechanics, Materials Processing, and Space
Shuttle Systems. At the end of the 2 years you can become an astronaut. Once
you become one you will do more training until you are selected for a mission.
Astronauts must remain with NASA for at least
5 years and are paid between
$51,799 and $95,977 a year depending on their qualifications.
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