Description
Webinar: Learn about the Extraterrestrial Materials Academy
November 18, 4 p.m. EST/ 3 p.m. CST/ 2 p.m. MST/ 1 p.m. PST
Join this webinar to learn more about the Summer 2026 Extraterrestrial Materials Academy at the Lunar and Planetary Institute in Houston, Texas. We will discuss ETMA’s goals and planned activities, the application process, and details such as the location, timeline, and financial support. Register now to join the webinar and ask your questions!
Requirements
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Have completed at least 36 credit hours by January 16, 2026, at an accredited degree-granting institution in the U.S. or its territories
- Be a U.S. citizen or U.S. permanent resident
- Be enrolled at an accredited degree-granting institution in the U.S. at the time of application (including Spring 2026) or have been enrolled for at least one semester in 2025 with plans to continue in 2026
- Students graduating with a bachelor’s degree in the winter or spring preceding the academy may apply, but they must demonstrate their intent to continue their education.
- Students majoring in physical or natural sciences, engineering, computer science, or mathematics are preferred, but all eligible students will be considered.
While applications are open to all qualified undergraduates, priority will be given to applicants from smaller or non-research-intensive universities. - Students enrolled in a graduate program and/or integrated program (i.e., pursuing a bachelor’s and master’s degree in parallel) are not eligible to apply.
Deadline to submit the online application, letters of recommendation, and transcripts: January 16, 2026, 11:59 p.m. U.S. CST
Financial Support
Selected participants will receive at least $13,351 in financial support to cover the costs associated with their stay in Houston during the academy. This amount covers the participant stipend ($8,876), travel costs to and from Houston ($1,000), and housing ($3,475). Housing costs will be paid directly to the housing vendor on the participant's behalf and deducted from the total amount ($13,351).
