Overview
Arizona Western College in Yuma, Arizona has competed in varsity esports since 2020, with affiliations including NJCAAE. Esports scholarships are offered, but a fixed amount is not published (azwestern.edu, current page). Federal College Scorecard data shows an average net price of $8,983 per year and a graduation rate of 20% across 6,374 undergraduates.
Esports details verified 2026-10-10 · Federal data retrieved 2026-10-10
Esports scholarships at Arizona Western
Varsity (Tier 1) players are eligible for scholarship opportunities; amounts not published
The esports program
- Level
- Varsity
- Founded
- 2020
- Conference / league
- NJCAAE
- Facility
- Esports Arena (MAC-167)
- Titles fielded
- See program roster
Cost & outcomes vs. other esports schools
Compared with the median of all 405 esports programs we track.
| Tuition (in-state / out-of-state) | $3,060 / $9,870 |
|---|---|
| Average net price (after grants) | $8,983 |
| Students receiving Pell grants | 41% |
| Median debt at graduation | $4,826 |
| Student-to-faculty ratio | 22:1 |
Who studies at Arizona Western
6,374 undergraduates, shown as 100 people.
- White 11%
- Hispanic/Latino 75%
- Black 1%
- Asian 1%
- Two or more races 2%
- International 2%
- Other / unknown 8%
- Women
- 61%
- First-generation
- 61%
- Pell recipients
- 41%
Frequently asked questions
Does Arizona Western offer esports scholarships?
Esports scholarships are offered, but a fixed amount is not published (azwestern.edu, current page). Scholarship terms can change each season, so confirm with the program before applying.
How much does Arizona Western cost per year?
The average annual net price — cost after grants and scholarships for students receiving aid — is $8,983. Published tuition is $3,060 in-state and $9,870 out-of-state (U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard).
When did Arizona Western start varsity esports?
Arizona Western's varsity esports program began in 2020.
Sources
- Esports program and scholarship terms: azwestern.edu (current page)
- Cost, admissions, outcomes and demographics: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved 2026-10-10
- Photo: en:User:Nelro, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
Research notes
Entered in NJCAA Esports / Gateway Esports competition for Fall 2026; little other current information published. Earlier research note: no dated 2025-26+ roster, schedule, coach or news found (Gateway Fall 2026 enrollment unverified). Official page looks current (lists Marvel Rivals, Tekken 8, SF6, RL, Fortnite, SSBU, Valorant, OW2, R6; 13-PC arena) - include if Gateway entry is confirmed.
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