Aerospace Career Education (ACE) Academy
Organization of Black Aerospace Professionals (OBAP)
Program overview
Middle and high school students interested in aviation, aerospace, aerodynamics, air traffic control, and aerospace careers.
Eligibility
Age requirements vary by academy (most are 13-18; some list 11-14 or 12-18). Non-U.S. citizens must have a valid passport. Application requires uploading student transcripts and all required information. · U.S. citizenship is not required; non-U.S. citizens may attend with a valid passport.
Key details
- Organization
- Organization of Black Aerospace Professionals (OBAP)
- Type
- Summer academy / aerospace career exposure program
- Location
- Multiple U.S. locations nationwide (46 locations including Honolulu, Puerto Rico, and U.S. Virgin Islands)
- Format
- in-person
- Eligible grades
- Middle school, High school
- Application deadline
- Varies by academy; 2026 deadlines range from 4/30/2026 to 7/13/2026, or earlier if capacity is met.
- Cost
- USD $175 per academy; Louisville ADVANCED ACE Academy is $300. Need-based scholarships and fee waivers are available.
- Time commitment
- One week during summer; daily attendance.
- Application status
- 2026 registration is open; individual academies may close early when capacity is met (listed 2026 academies currently show CLOSED).
How to apply
Apply on the program's own site. Details here were read from that page and can change — confirm them there before applying.