Parents may help set up the login information but should put the account in the child’s name. There is a place on the form for parental information. Parents and other adults may provide technical help, such as help with uploading documents and adults are welcome to offer guidance. The child is expected to complete the application components.
It is permitted but as a general rule, there should be no need to upload anything beyond what is requested within the body of the application. Links to videos and PowerPoint presentations will not be reviewed.
Each letter of recommendation should be from an adult who is not related to the applicant. This may be a teacher, principal, after-school activity leader, scout leader, neighbor or family friend. Letters will need to be scanned and uploaded with the online application. They should not be mailed separately.
Supporting documentation for a category counts for 10 out of a possible 100 points for the completed application. So, it is usually best to apply in the strongest category. Be sure to include information about other strengths, including those that would apply to a secondary category, in the body of the application.
Be sure to follow instructions carefully. For example, if the instructions say, “must include photos,” then be sure to include photos for that section. You are responsible for uploading photos and other required uploads in the designated formats.
For the patch requirement, be neat with your drawing or illustration. For your description, give the reviewers a full understanding of accomplishments, who you are as a person and your goals and inspirations.
Applications undergo a three-stage review process with a panel comprised of Space Camp alumni, staff and volunteers. Applications are graded on a 100-point system with the following components:
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