Established in 2007, the ESA Foundation’s Computer and Video Game Arts and Sciences Scholarship has been awarded to more than 450 women and under-represented students across the country, enabling them to follow their dream of earning video game-related degrees. Aside from providing students with funding, the scholarship offers non-monetary opportunities, including networking and mentoring sessions and access to major industry events, like the Game Developers Conference.
Applicants Must Be:
- Woman or member of an under-represented group
- Have financial need
- Pursuing a degree leading to a career in computer and video game arts and sciences
- Current high school senior or college freshman, sophomore or junior
- Enrolled full-time in an undergraduate program at an accredited four-year college or university university in the upcoming Fall
- U.S. citizen
How to Apply
APPLICATIONS FOR 2025-26 ARE CLOSED. 2026-27 APPLICATIONS WILL BE AVAILABLE IN FEBRUARY, 2026.