Approximately what is the total cost to be an astronaut?
From school, college, university, various training, etc.
2006-06-07 20:16:49 · 27 answers · asked by ann d 1 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Astronomy & Space
The total 'cost' really depends on what field of study you choose and what college(s) you pick. But basically, the cost of your education will be no different than if you choose to be a mathematician, engineer, physicist, etc.
Here are some sites that explain what it takes to become an astronaut,
"So You Want To Be An Astronaut" http://liftoff.msfc.nasa.gov/academy/astronauts/wannabe.html
"Astronaut Selection" by NASA http://astronauts.nasa.gov/
"How Do I Become an Astronaut" http://people.howstuffworks.com/question534.htm
2006-06-07 21:36:50 · answer #1 · answered by Kevin 7 · 25⤊ 1⤋
The cost will depend on what college you go to and also if you take your college education to the Masters or Ph.d levels.
As far as training, subject-wise, you can study aerospace or mechanical engineering, robotics, biology, chemistry, astronomy, geology, medicine. Astronaut Dr. Sally K. Ride, I believe, has not only astrophysics in her education, but also an academic area unrelated to astronauts & space. You can check out some interesting things about her through the NASA website, of course, where they list astronaut bios. But, also, check out sallyridescience.com. You should try to go to one of the events they have. I went to see her speak at West Chester University. She was very inspiring! I took a couple of pictures of her, but unfortunately, I missed the time frame for autography signing.
You would just have to apply to the astronaut training program at NASA. Good luck to you with your steps toward being an astronaut!
2006-06-15 16:51:29 · answer #2 · answered by cassicad75 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The average cost of becoming an Astronaut is $347,765.03 United States Dollars.
2006-06-20 00:08:06 · answer #3 · answered by PandaPaw 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You don't actually study to be an "astronaut" per se. Astronauts are selected among people with varied expertise. A good idea would be to get a degree in engineering physics or something along those lines. Also, military pilot training I'm sure would help...
2006-06-07 20:49:06 · answer #4 · answered by schlance2003 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's not just money can make you an astronaut, although you may probably pay for space travel in the next 10-20 years.
For the instant, first, you need to be an expert in some particular field and has vast knowledge and ability to learn to be chosen as a candidate. You will need luck by your side as well.
Well, work hard and luck will come!
2006-06-19 22:49:53 · answer #5 · answered by niverpool 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
0 if you do it correctly...
First you join the navy and get flight experience (NASA for some reason has a special like for NAVY pilots) then you go to college with the money you got from the NAVY and study some kind of engineering and then you apply and cross your fingers, your chances are slim though as there are many qualified candidates... I think PhD will increase your chances and I know that some Universities will make you TA during your post-graduate degree and that will make your degree free... So still, total cost is 0!
2006-06-08 00:50:19 · answer #6 · answered by Ilya R 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There are so many ways to talk about this. One is after college you join the military on some sort fo flight contract. After that the gov pays for your schooling in the matter. This can be several years into your military career.
I suppose the other route could vary depending on college. Earn your degree in bio or some other field. Then once again the gov will pay for you training.
That should be about it, that's all I can think of anyway.
2006-06-20 01:37:41 · answer #7 · answered by WDubsW 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
To become an astronaut it costs nothing if you are intelligent,because then you will be called by Nasa or be given scholarship to join any training.
2006-06-08 06:00:58 · answer #8 · answered by rock star 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
This is a loaded question because there are many routes one can take to accomplish this. It can cost as little as $0 and upwards of many hundreds of thousands. The more costly part is time, effort, diligence, fortitude, and an exemplary record as a pilot. Still there is no guarantee that you will succeed, since few are selected by NASA.
2006-06-20 10:04:37 · answer #9 · answered by blessed1 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
For 20 million you can go to the space station with the Russians. That is the maximum.
If you get scholarships and a job at NASA and have them send you the cost is zero unless you count the time.
2006-06-18 08:26:52 · answer #10 · answered by CycloneSteve 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋