PRGDA’s GDC 2024 Scholarship for our Game Development Community!
The Puerto Rico Game Developers Association (PRGDA) in collaboration with the LATAM Video Game Federation is excited to announce the 2024 GDC Scholarship!
The goal is to provide an opportunity for our community to attend one of the most important gatherings in the video game industry. We hope that by attending GDC, attendees will gain valuable knowledge and connections that allow them to grow professionally and share it with the rest of the community on the island.
WHAT DOES THE SCHOLARSHIP COVER?
The GDC Scholarship covers the “All Access Pass” entrance to the event (a $2,000+ value)!
WHO IS ELIGIBLE?
All applicants must be over 18 years old, residents of Puerto Rico, identify as Puerto Rican.
In addition, they must be actively involved or have a clear, proven interest in pursuing a career in the video games industry. This application only covers the ticket entry for GDC 2024, each applicant is responsible for their travel expenses, lodging, food, etc.
Note: The PRGDA is exploring options for those who need financial assistance to travel. However, we cannot make any promises.
HOW DO I APPLY?
The application process is simple: Fill out our online application form by February 1st along with any additional required documents. All applicants will be asked to make themselves available for a 10-15 minute video call on February 2nd-6th for a brief interview. Scholarship grantees will be announced on February 9th.
ARE YOU A STUDENT?
All students need to provide a recommendation letter from a professor at your university.
If selected as one of our scholars, you must adhere to the following:
You will sign an Agreement and Liability Waiver.
You will be responsible for your travel and stay expenses and must submit proof of purchase for the flight to San Francisco, California by March 1st, 2024.
You will attend our virtual meetings and orientations.
You will follow all COVID travel, safety, and health guidelines for both San Francisco (California) and Puerto Rico. More information from GDC is here!
You will provide a day-by-day recap of your experience either via the social media platform(s) of your preference or the PR Game Devs Discord.
You will fill out a post-event survey after your visit.
We are incredibly proud of our local game development community here in Puerto Rico, and we are thrilled to provide this opportunity once again to let them gain new connections and continue their professional development at GDC 2024!
If you or someone you know meets the eligibility requirements, please don’t hesitate to share this information and/or apply today!
