06. If we want to become astronauts, how long would we have to go to school? (A K2S Question)

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Most astronauts have to attend not only college but also graduate school. The pilots must also complete a year-long, very difficult program called Test Pilot School.

Answer provided by Col. USAF (Ret.) Rick Searfoss


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