Frequently Asked Questions
Are there scholarship opportunities?
Yes. Florida Institute of Technology will award 10 scholarships to graduating delegates of the Governor's School for Space Science and Technology. Governor's School scholarships will combine resources from Florida Tech and the state of Florida for a minimum guarantee of $15,000 per academic year up to full tuition for attendance at the university.
Where will the delegates stay?
Delegates will stay in a hotel near Kennedy Space Center. Details will be provided to families of accepted students.
How competitive will it be to get accepted?
Admission to the school is expected to be highly competitive, as applications may be accepted from students anywhere in Florida, but there are only eighteen slots.
Will there be chaperones?
Yes. There will be chaperones at all events and in the hotels.
Will delegates be able to drive cars?
Students will not be permitted to drive their own vehicles during the academy.
Are families invited?
Families will not be permitted to attend most summer academy events. However, families are invited to an orientation on July 5, an awards luncheon on July 17, and they are invited to visit over the weekend of July 11-12, including especially the flight of the F-104 Starfighter jet.
Are laptops allowed? Is internet available?
Laptops are allowed but not required. Internet will be available in the hotel.
Do delegates need spending money?
All activities at the school, including room and board, are covered by the academy itself at no cost to the students, so students will not need to bring money, though they may want to bring some for the purchase of souvenirs from their trip.
What are the transportation arrangements?
Delegates should arrive by 1pm July 5 at the Astronaut Hall of Fame. The Governor's School will provide transportation for all events in the academy. Delegates should be picked up on July 17.
How do we get there?
There will be directions provided for all accepted students.
Will we need badges?
Delegates will need badges to enter certain areas of Kennedy Space Center. We will provide the necessary badges.
Can we arrive late or leave early?
In short, no. Given the intensity of experience in a two-week program, we will not accept students who cannot attend the entire time.
Will delegates receive college credit?
There is no college credit for the academy, but some scholarship opportunities area available.
Are there special preparations or a required reading list?
Specific instructions for delegates will be sent out over the summer.