Who: Students Ages 15- 18

When: July 5^th- July 24^th, 2027

Where: Daytona Beach, FL

Tuition: TBD (Includes supervised housing, daily instruction, classroom materials, on-campus meals, and up to 4 guests for the graduation dinner.)

Graduation Dinner Date: July 23rd, 2027

Camp Description

Launch your interest in space into an exciting college-level experience! Through this program, campers will have the opportunity to complete SPAC 110: Introduction to Space Flight and earn three college credits while exploring the science, technology, and operations behind space exploration.

This immersive course combines classroom instruction, hands-on laboratory activities, and engaging projects to introduce campers to the fundamentals of space flight. Campers will investigate the history of crewed and uncrewed space exploration, including the Space Shuttle program, propulsion systems, orbital mechanics, Space Shuttle operations satellite and spacecraft operations, U.S. space policy, and the growing role of commercial, industrial, and military applications in space.

Through expert-led sessions, real-world applications, and collaborative activities, campers will:

• Explore how humans have advanced space exploration
• Examine the science behind propulsion and orbital motion
• Learn how spacecraft and space missions are designed and operated
• Discuss current U.S. space policy and the expanding commercial space industry
• Discover career opportunities connected to the future of space flight

Campers will also explore essential fields such as:

• Team Management
• Aerospace Engineering
• Space Technology
• Flight Operations

This program offers an exciting opportunity to experience college-level aerospace education, build valuable skills, and gain insight into the rapidly evolving space industry.

Please note: ERAU cannot guarantee that another college or university will accept the three credits earned through this program. Credit transfer decisions are determined by the receiving institution, as they are for all transfer campers.

Registration

Registration opens November 30^th, 2026.

Cancellation Policy

Cancellations must be received in writing to summer@erau.edu. Cancellation fees vary based on the cancellation dates listed below.

International Students

If you are not a U.S. citizen, youare required to obtain the appropriate student visa, such as an F-1 visa, toparticipate in this program. A visitor visa is not sufficient. Once yourregistration has been processed and your file has been reviewed, our officewill contact you with instructions regarding any additional required documentsand how to request your Form I-20.