Scholarships

We’re building a pipeline of future video game professionals. 

To inspire future creators in the video game industry and encourage diversity in Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Mathematics (STEAM), the ESA Foundation established a scholarship fund providing support for women and minority students across the United States. 

Since 2007, the program has awarded more than 400 scholarships, to power the dreams of underrepresented students earning a computer science or video game arts and sciences-related degree.

The 2021-22 ESA Foundation scholarship application is now open. Click below to begin applying.

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Meet the 2020-21 ESA Foundation Scholars

26 Scholars, 3 Scholarship Funds — a Wealth of Promise and Talent

Scholarship Opportunities

The ESA Foundation encourages and supports those who aspire to careers in the video game industry, whether it’s playing or helping to create games. We also know that a college education is expensive—and that the industry is continually seeking ways to increase its diversity. Our three scholarships offer opportunities for everyone. Take a look!

Past Scholarship Recipients

Get an insight into the passion it takes to be an ESA Foundation Scholar from our past scholarship recipients.