Collegiate Partners
University of North Dakota
Esports at UND seeks to provide gaming-related education and activities to students of all skill levels. UND offers competitive varsity gaming, recreational gaming for the casual player and a bachelor’s degree in esports for those interested in pursuing a career in the industry. Participating in esports courses or joining a competitive team provides students with valuable lessons in leadership, sportsmanship, ethics and collaboration.
Competitive Titles:
Rainbow Six Siege
Overwatch 2
VALORANT
Call of Duty
Counter-Strike 2
Smash Bros Ultimate
Rocket League
St. Cloud State University
St. Cloud State University’s esports program is a rapidly growing and inclusive community that offers both competitive and casual gaming opportunities. With teams in many popular titles, students can hone their skills, compete at high levels, and connect with fellow gamers. The university’s state-of-the-art esports facilities and academic programs, such as the Esports Management Minor, provide students with pathways to careers in the dynamic esports industry.
Competitive Titles:
Smash Bros Ultimate
Rocket League
Collegiate Supporters
Concordia College, St. Paul
Concordia University – St. Paul is a Division 2 university in St. Paul, Minnesota. Established in 2019, the Esports program has quickly become one of the most successful in Minnesota and the Midwest, competing in six varsity titles: Valorant, League of Legends, Rocket League, Call of Duty, Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, and Overwatch 2. The program has a dedicated space with 29 high-end PCs, all equipped with Logitech peripherals, 280Hz monitors, height-adjustable desks, and Respawn gaming chairs, split into three rooms for noise control. CSP’s Valorant team has been nationally ranked as high as #26, with several teams claiming conference championships.
Competitive Titles:
Call of Duty
VALORANT
League of Legends
Smash Bros Ultimate
Rocket League
Overwatch
Halo Infinite
Hearthstone
NBA 2k
Madden
FIFA
Concordia College, Moorhead
Concordia College is a private, coed four-year liberal arts college of more than 1,800 students from 36 states and 63 countries. We are located in the ideal college community of Moorhead, Minn. At Concordia, you will be empowered to pursue your passions and achieve academic excellence. You will be challenged to push boundaries, think critically, and build skills that are crucial to today’s world. You will be valued for your unique talents and you will be encouraged to discover your clear sense of purpose.
Competitive Titles:
League of Legends
Rainbow 6 Siege
Overwatch
Rocket League
Smash Bros Ultimate
Dickinson State University
Joining Dickinson State University’s esports program provides students with a chance to compete at a high level in a state-of-the-art esports facility, featuring top-tier equipment. The university offers scholarships specifically for esports, helping students balance their academic and gaming careers while minimizing financial barriers. Additionally, Dickinson State fosters a supportive gaming community, giving students opportunities to grow both as players and leaders in the evolving world of esports.
Competitive Titles:
Chess
VALORANT
University of Wisconsin - River Falls
Joining the University of Wisconsin-River Falls esports program offers students access to a top-tier esports arena and the opportunity to compete in collegiate-level tournaments. With a dedicated coaching staff and cutting-edge equipment, students can develop their gaming skills while being part of a growing varsity program.
Competitive Titles:
League of Legends
Super Smash Bros Melee
SSBU
VALORANT
Rainbow 6 Siege
Overwatch
Rocket League
Fortnite
Minot State University
With a nod to the past and a vision for the future, Minot State University empowers generations for today’s world. Founded in 1913 as Minot Normal School, our history began in Model Hall, where future teachers prepared for service in Northwestern North Dakota. As the decades changed, so did our name, campus, and degree offerings. Today, we are proud to offer 100+ areas of study at the undergraduate and graduate level on a beautiful campus that has grown to over 100 acres in size. Students from our backyard to across the United States and over 55 countries call Minot State home.
Competitive Titles:
VALORANT
Super Smash Bros Ultimate
League of Legends
Rocket League
Overwatch
Gustavus Adolphus College
The mission of Gustavus Athletics is to provide equitable and competitive intercollegiate competitive experiences including club and recreational opportunities in an environment that supports the academic excellence, well-being, and holistic education of all student-athletes. Gustavus Esports aims to work within this mission to provide the same opportunities for all Esports student-Athletes and to create a culture of responsibility and competition among all players and staff.
Competitive Titles:
VALORANT
Super Smash Bros Ultimate
League of Legends
Overwatch
More Collegiate Programs
Augustana University (SD)
Augustana University Esports was established in 2022, and is the home of all organized gaming on campus — a place where students can put their gaming skills to the test and compete against other collegiate Esports teams.
AU Esports competes in the College League of Legends (CLoL) circuit, as part of its North Conference, as well as in the Collegiate Champions League (CCL).
Competitive Titles:
League of Legends
FIFA
Madden
NBA 2k
Overwatch 2
Super Smash Bros Ultimate
VALORANT
Buena Vista University (IA)
Buena Vista University’s Esports Program is a dynamic and competitive platform where students can level up their skills, both in gaming and in life. Our program offers a unique blend of top-tier esports competition, and a supportive community that fosters personal and professional growth. With state-of-the-art facilities, experienced coaching staff, and a robust curriculum, we empower our students to excel not only in the esports arena but also in the real world. Join us at Buena Vista University and become part of a winning team where passion meets opportunity, and where your journey to success begins in the world of esports.
Competitive Titles:
League of Legends
FIFA
Madden
NBA 2k
Overwatch 2
Super Smash Bros Ultimate
VALORANT
Rainbow Six: Siege
Fortnite
Call of Duty
Rocket League
Central Lakes College (MN)
Step into the future of gaming at Central Lakes College’s Esports Lounge! This state-of-the-art hub caters to all – whether you’re a casual gamer or a competitive esports enthusiast. Our lounge is the perfect campus spot to dive into the dynamic and rapidly growing world of esports well you work towards your future career at CLC. Come, connect, compete, and be part of a vibrant gaming community here at Central Lakes College.
Competitive Titles:
VALORANT
League of Legends
Super Smash Brother Ultimate
Rocket League
Overwatch
Halo Infinite
Fortnite
Call of Duty
NBA 2K
Madden
Edgewood College (WI)
Edgewood College, located in Madison, WI, is in it’s second season of Varsity Esports! We are looking for students who have a desire to earn a college degree from the best private school in Wisconsin, but to also make a mark on collegiate Esports and continue our current success! As you begin your collegiate Esports journey with us, you will have the benefit of practicing and competing in our brand new Esports arena and learn from coaches who aim to help us compete at any skill level. To top everything off, we understand the amount of effort it takes to be a collegiate athlete, so we are offering an Esports scholarship for our Varsity players.
Competitive Titles:
VALORANT
League of Legends
Super Smash Brother Ultimate
Rocket League
Overwatch
Fortnite
North Central University (MN)
The North Central University esports program is all about empowering our athletes. Our gaming lab is custom built to provide esports athletes a place to train, create content and develop skills that can be used beyond college. Complete with 25 gaming desktops with Ryzen R9 5900x processors and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 graphic cards, the lab also sports 3 console stations featuring Xbox, PlayStation and Nintendo Switch. Esports scholarships available to every competing athlete! We can’t wait to see you thrive, after being set up for success on and off the server at NCU!
Competitive Titles:
VALORANT
League of Legends
Super Smash Brother Ultimate
Rocket League
Fortnite
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