The AIAS Foundation, the philanthropic arm of the Academy of Interactive Arts & Sciences (AIAS), has opened submissions for its annual scholarship programs benefiting students pursuing a dream career in the video games industry. The Randy Pausch and Mark Beaumont Scholarships are provided to four talented students in game design, production or business who aspire to make a mark on the games industry through their dedication, passion and interest in pushing forward the medium of interactive entertainment.

These scholarships support aspiring game makers in undergraduate or graduate level programs who are planning on pursuing a career in development or leadership.  Included in their scholarship is a chance to participate in a mentorship program at the 2016 D.I.C.E. Summit and D.I.C.E. Awards ceremony:

• The Randy Pausch Scholarship, which awards two $2,500 scholarships, was established in 2008 to honor the memory of Computer Science Professor and Co-Founder of the Entertainment Technology Center at Carnegie Mellon University, Dr. Randy Pausch. The Pausch Scholarships support students are pursuing careers in the development of interactive entertainment, including art, animation, programming, engineering, game direction, game design, sound design, and music composition.
• The Mark Beaumont Scholarship, which awards two $2,500 scholarships, was established in 2010 to honor the memory of the previous COO of Capcom North America and Europe, Mark Beaumont. The Beaumont Scholarships support students pursuing careers specializing in the business of interactive entertainment, including management, law, marketing, public relations, and business development.

Submissions must be postmarked by Tuesday June 30th, 2015 to be eligible. 

Click here for eligibility rules and to download the application.
Click here to read about last year’s scholarship winners.
Click here to read the full release.