Did you know that your school group can go on a fun field trip to the Fleet Science Center? As a community-centered institution, the Fleet Science Center is committed to providing accessible and engaging science education for all. Our interactive exhibit galleries spark curiosity and inspire a love of science in your students.  

When you book a field trip to the Fleet Science Center, you're not just providing your students with an exciting and engaging educational experience—you're also supporting our community-centered mission. Here's what's included: 

  • Special discounted gallery admission for your school group 
  • Access to our interactive exhibit galleries (special events and limited engagement exhibitions excluded) 
  • The option to add an educational workshop or documentary film in the Heikoff Giant Dome Theater to your experience 
  • The opportunity to learn from our team of expert educators and scientists, who are dedicated to making science education accessible and inclusive for all members of our community 
  • A fun and engaging experience that will inspire your students to explore the wonders of science  

We are currently accepting field trip requests for Summer 2025. We will begin booking field trip reservations for the 2025-2026 school year in August 2025.

Ready to book your visit? Complete a Request Form, and a member of our education team will contact you to confirm your booking. We can't wait to see you and your group at the Fleet!

Request Form


Access Science Scholarships

Access Science Scholarships are available to Title 1 public schools of San Diego County for field trips to the Fleet Science Center. These funds are awarded upon application through the generosity of our corporate and private donors, with a mission of increasing access to the power and wonder of science! Applicants must provide proof of their school’s Title 1 status, as well as justification for scholarship need. Scholarships may be partially awarded and have a cap of $800 per school per August-July school year.   

The Access Science Scholarship Application for the 2024-2025 school year is currently closed. The application for the 2025-2026 school year will be made available in Fall 2025. 

 

For more information, contact our Education Team or call 619-238-1233 x 806.

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School Field trips have been sponsored in part by:

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Donate to the Rock-It Science Fund

Support comprehensive programming for all ages and communities. 

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