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Space Studies

Welcome to Space Studies at Georgetown.

At Georgetown University’s Space Studies, we explore the frontiers of science, security and society beyond Earth.

Drawing on Georgetown’s Jesuit tradition and global perspective, we unite scholars and practitioners to study the evolving dynamics of space—from astrobiology and planetary exploration to space diplomacy, security and ethics. Situated in the heart of Washington, DC, we bring research to action, fostering dialogue and discovery that shape the future of space.

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Academics

Enhance your understanding of the dynamic space field at Georgetown University. Explore our unique array of courses in space studies that cover policy development, environmental science, biology, law and technological advancements in space exploration, and discover our graduate and undergraduate program offerings.

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Resources

Take part in the study of space at Georgetown University. Explore our resources to engage and learn more about the exciting space field.

Research opportunities

Explore various research opportunities in the space field to enhance your education and career. Engaging in space research lets you apply theoretical knowledge in practical ways.

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Student organizations

Georgetown University has student-run organizations focused on space exploration, where you can connect with industry professionals, compete and work on projects to deepen your knowledge.

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The Heyden Observatory

The Heyden Observatory, a historic site in Washington, DC, established in 1841, has made significant contributions to our understanding of the universe and educated countless students in astronomy.

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Faculty

At Georgetown, we have over forty faculty members researching space, from astrobiology and astronaut health to physics, history and nuclear security.

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Research

Georgetown University faculty actively conduct research in space studies, focusing on critical areas such as space law, biosignatures, human health and the application of emerging technologies for space security.

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Featured news

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    How Space Shapes Human History and Why the Future May Be in Asteroids

    This story is a part of our Ask a Professor series, in which Georgetown faculty members break down complex issues and use their research to inform trending conversations, from the…

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    SFS to Launch Space Studies Concentration

    The Georgetown University Edmund A. Walsh School of Foreign Service (SFS) approved a new space studies concentration as part of its science, technology and international affairs (STIA) program Nov. 5.

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  • Ripples on the Cosmic Ocean

    What happens in space doesn’t stay in space. Historian Dagomar Degroot joins Planetary Radio host Sarah Al-Ahmed to explore how shifting solar cycles, volcanic eruptions on Venus, Martian dust storms,…

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  • Kenzie Mounir stands on a ridge in front of Hawai'i's Mauna Loa volcano.
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    ‘The Limit is Past the Sky’ for Ph.D. Student Seeking Extraterrestrial Life

    Kenzie Mounir (G’30) is used to having to explain astrobiology to others. More often than not, she’s met with blank stares.

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  • A plaque reads The Garden of the Stars in a garden at the Hayden Observatory.

    Garden of the Stars

    When students returned to Georgetown this fall, many stepped into new spaces and new buildings across campuses. The university opened residences for junior and seniors on the Hilltop Campus and…

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