Meet NASA’s 2025 Astronaut Candidates | 8,000 Applied, Only the Best Were Chosen

After reviewing more than 8,000 applications, NASA proudly introduced its 2025 class of astronaut candidates during a special ceremony on September 22, 2025. These exceptional individuals represent the next generation of space explorers, preparing to support Artemis missions, the International Space Station, and future Mars exploration. Each candidate brings unique skills in science, engineering, aviation, and leadership, reflecting NASA’s commitment to innovation and discovery. Watch as these future astronauts take their first steps toward joining humanity’s journey beyond Earth and into deep space. Meet the newest faces shaping the future of NASA’s human spaceflight program.