The Entertaiment Software Association's ESA Foundation today announced the 2009 winners of its scholarship program for women and minority students who strive to work in the computer and video game industry. 30 student video game developers from across the nation will be receiving $90,000 in scholarships ($3,000 each) for the 2009-2010 academic year.
“We are delighted to support these young men and women working to transform their passion for games into careers,” said Michael Gallagher, president and CEO of the Entertainment Software Association. “We look forward to these awards enabling them to realize their dreams and become leaders in our innovative and artistic industry.”
The ESA noted that there are now more than 200 U.S. colleges, universities and trade schools offering video game courses or degrees. "This vast range of educational options comes at an ideal time for students, academia and the entertainment software industry with the increasing need for a diverse pool of developers," the trade group said.
Students looking towards the 2010-2011 academic year can apply for the next round of scholarships here.
Below is a list of this year's scholarship winners, provided by the ESA. Perhaps one of these students will design the Gears of War or LittleBigPlanet of the future.
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