Is Harrison Schmitt A-List?
NoC
No — Harrison Schmitt is currently ranked C tier — recognizable within their niche but with limited mainstream visibility.
Ranking Timeline
1964D$0.01M
USGS Geologist
Began career as geologist, USGS.
1965C▲$0.05M+$0.04M
NASA Astronaut Selection
Selected as a NASA astronaut, pivotal moment.
1972B▲$0.2M+$0.15000000000000002M
Apollo 17 Moonwalk
Walked on the Moon. Became a global icon.
1975C▼$0.3M+$0.09999999999999998M
NASA Resignation
Resigned from NASA to pursue politics.
1977B▲$0.8M+$0.5M
US Senator
Elected as a U.S. Senator for New Mexico.
1983C▼$1M+$0.19999999999999996M
Senate Loss
Lost his re-election bid for the Senate.
2026C$5M+$4M
Elder Statesman
Continues as a speaker and consultant, known for his Apollo 17 mission.
Last updated: February 24, 2026