SPACE IS OURS TO BUILD.
Students for the Exploration and Development of Space (SEDS) is an international student organization founded in 1980 to promote space exploration and development among the world's best students. Our goal is to foster the development of future leaders and disruptors in the space industry.
Who we are
SEDS is an international student organization whose purpose is to promote space exploration and development through educational and engineering projects. The nationwide SEDS-USA organization oversees individual chapters, connecting them into a network that spans universities across the country.
We empower students to make an impact in space exploration, develop technical and leadership skills, attend space conferences, and pursue careers in industry, academia, and government.
SEDS Fosters Innovation
SEDS chapters around the world enable students to launch projects, build hardware, and connect with the professionals shaping the next era of spaceflight. See some of our work.
Since 1980
SEDS is founded
SEDS was founded at MIT primarily by Peter Diamandis, Scott Scharfman, Richard Sorkin, Robert D. Richards, and Todd B. Hawley.
First National SEDS Conference
SEDS held its first national conference, continuing annually — sometimes alongside the International Space Development Conference — through 1997. Today, SpaceVision continues that legacy each year.
Global institution
Holding the 35th SpaceVision in Seattle, Washington, SEDS enjoys an unrivaled position as the premier organization for students interested in the space industry, and as the largest student-run non-profit in the world.
SpaceVision
SpaceVision is SEDS-USA's annual national conference, continuing the legacy of the original SEDS National Conference — bringing together students, industry, and government from across the space sector for talks, competitions, and networking.
Support the next generation of space leaders
Your donation helps students attend conferences, build hardware, and launch their careers in the space industry.