Silicon Valley Space Week Scholarship 2026 in USA

Overview

The Silicon Valley Space Week Scholarship provides five young space entrepreneurs, founders, or team members with a full conference pass to Silicon Valley Space Week 2026 in the USA. Offered by the Space Generation Advisory Council (SGAC) in collaboration with Silicon Valley Space Week (SVSW), the programme aims to help early-career innovators connect with investors, industry leaders, and government stakeholders. The event takes place from 27 to 29 October 2026.

Benefits

Five winners receive a Silicon Valley Space Week Full Access Pass, valued at USD $1,895 each.
Full access to the Satellite Innovation Symposium and the MilSat Symposium.
Access to all conference sessions, breakfasts, lunches, coffee breaks, and the evening reception.
Note that travel, lodging, visa fees, and other personal expenses are not covered by the scholarship.

Eligibility

Applicants must have an economically viable space-related idea or venture.
Must be a registered, eligible SGAC member between the ages of 18 and 35 on October 29, 2026.
Must be a founder, entrepreneur, startup team member, or working on a commercial space-related project.
Must be able to attend the entire event in person in the United States and independently obtain any required travel visas or documentation before October 26, 2026.
Only one entry per individual and per endeavor is permitted.

How to Apply

Candidates must submit their applications through the official SGAC platform. The application process requires the following steps and materials:

Complete the official application form online.
Provide a current CV or resume.
Submit two distinct, English-language, one-minute YouTube videos at a standard playback speed: one describing your venture pitch, and another detailing your motivation and what you hope to gain from the event.
Upload proof of a valid visa or confirmed visa appointment as required by SGAC.

Deadline

The application deadline is 15 September 2026.

Overview

Benefits

Five winners receive a Silicon Valley Space Week Full Access Pass, valued at USD $1,895 each.

Full access to the Satellite Innovation Symposium and the MilSat Symposium.

Access to all conference sessions, breakfasts, lunches, coffee breaks, and the evening reception.

Note that travel, lodging, visa fees, and other personal expenses are not covered by the scholarship.

Eligibility

Applicants must have an economically viable space-related idea or venture.

Must be a registered, eligible SGAC member between the ages of 18 and 35 on October 29, 2026.

Must be a founder, entrepreneur, startup team member, or working on a commercial space-related project.

Must be able to attend the entire event in person in the United States and independently obtain any required travel visas or documentation before October 26, 2026.

Only one entry per individual and per endeavor is permitted.

How to Apply

Candidates must submit their applications through the official SGAC platform. The application process requires the following steps and materials:

Complete the official application form online.

Provide a current CV or resume.

Submit two distinct, English-language, one-minute YouTube videos at a standard playback speed: one describing your venture pitch, and another detailing your motivation and what you hope to gain from the event.

Upload proof of a valid visa or confirmed visa appointment as required by SGAC.