New Orleans / Orleans Parish
Louisiana has submitted a bid to host the proposed U.S. Space Academy at LSU New Orleans, Louisiana Economic Development announced November 12. No location selection was announced.
The plan targets 300 cadets in fall 2028 and 1,200 by fall 2031, while preserving civilian programs on the lakefront campus. Separate academy housing, classrooms and formation grounds would be provided.
The state proposes campus readiness by the third quarter of 2027. Its offer includes LSU assets, startup funding and city infrastructure work. No overall cost or funding breakdown was provided.
Southern University at New Orleans and Tulane have committed facilities and academic resources. Nearby NASA Michoud facilities would support training.
LED says Louisiana will continue working with NASA and the presidential commission considering the academy. The release gives no date for a final decision.