Here's My Application For A One-Way Trip To Mars

WATCH: My video application to go to Mars

Before filling out your application, you must register with Mars One. Just enter your email address and come up with a password.

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You will receive an email with a link. The link takes you to a page that prompts you to pay before going any further. The application fee is $38, which will go toward funding the mission.

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Then it's time to fill out the application!

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First, fill out general profile information, like your name, age, and interests.

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The next part is slightly more labor intensive. It required making a short (30-70 second) video. In the video, you must explain why you want to go to Mars and why you make the perfect candidate.

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Then, you upload an image of yourself.

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The next part asks for a lot personal information. For now, I revealed the bare minimum in order to move onto the next step. I might spill more details if I move onto the next round.

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The private questionnaire asks a series of college-application-like questions. Since it's a one-way trip, they want to know how you'll deal with leaving your family and friends behind. Obviously you should be someone who adapts well.

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And finally, you're required to write a motivation letter.

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Then, submit! There was no indication of when I will hear back. In the meantime, you can check out the competition over on the Mars One homepage, which features the application videos of future Mars travelers.

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Here's a preview of my competition. Everyone gets a rating and you can sort based on popularity. Hopefully my application will be up there soon.

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