CanSat Student Satellite Design Competition
Catalog organization: American Astronautical Society (AAS)
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What Is CanSat Student Satellite Design Competition?
The AAS CanSat Competition is for teams from accredited colleges and universities, with a faculty advisor. Teams design, build, test and operate a container/PocketQube system through design reviews and a launch mission. The 2026–27 application closes November 1, 2026; selected-team payments are due December 15. The competition weekend is June 10–13, 2027, with launch in Monterey, Virginia. The nonrefundable fee is USD 300 per team, while teams fund construction, travel and lodging. Current rules do not establish entry for high-school-only teams.
CanSat Student Satellite Design Competition Key Facts: Cost, Deadline, and Eligibility
| Cost | $300 |
|---|---|
| Format | In person |
| Application deadline | Initial team application: November1,2026 (date only); later design deliverables separate |
| Listing last updated | August 30, 2026 |
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