From March 22-27, 2026, Caltech will welcome 32 talented and highly-motivated students for an intensive, five-day space-mission design competition themed “A Journey Through Blaze and Frost.”

Participants, working in two teams and guided by mentors from NASA, industry, and academia, will develop a complete mission concept, culminating in a competitive design review before a panel of experts. The Challenge offers a unique opportunity to sharpen technical and teamwork skills, gain feedback from leading professionals, and connect with like-minded peers from around the world.

The organizing committee invite talented students from Purdue University to apply. Applicants from all relevant fields, engineering, the sciences, and project management, are encouraged. 

Applications close on September 5, 2025.

All expenses at Caltech for the event are paid, including meals and lodging. Accepted participants are encouraged to seek travel funding from their home institutions.

Program details and the online application are available at Caltech Space Challenge 2026. Attached also is a flyer with details. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact them at caltechspacechallenge@gmail.com.

They look forward to hearing from our students!