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Cedarville University Esports

Cedarville, OH · Varsity since 2025 · NACE · NECC

Esports aid
Aid terms not published
Avg. net price
$24,468
Acceptance
65%
Graduation rate
73%
Median earnings
$55,443
Undergraduates
4,024

Overview

Cedarville University in Cedarville, Ohio has competed in varsity esports since 2025, with affiliations including NACE · NECC. Its teams currently compete in Marvel Rivals, Rocket League and Super Smash Bros. Ultimate. The school does not publicly list esports scholarship terms (yellowjackets.cedarville.edu, 2025-26); contact the program directly. Federal College Scorecard data shows an average net price of $24,468 per year, an acceptance rate of 65% and a graduation rate of 73% across 4,024 undergraduates.

Esports details verified 2026-10-10 · Federal data retrieved 2026-10-10

Esports scholarships at Cedarville

No esports scholarships published
Aid terms not published As of 2025-26 · Source: yellowjackets.cedarville.edu

Cedarville doesn't publish esports scholarship terms. Ask the program staff about athletic or participation awards during recruiting.

The esports program

Level
Varsity
Founded
2025
Conference / league
NACE · NECC
Facility
Not published
Titles fielded
3

Cost & outcomes vs. other esports schools

Compared with the median of all 405 esports programs we track.

Average net price / year
$24,468
Median $14,187
Acceptance rate
65%
Median 77%
Graduation rate
73%
Median 49%
Median earnings, 10 yrs after entry
$55,443
Median $47,477
Median debt at graduation
$20,937
Median $19,500
Cost and financial aid for Cedarville University
Tuition$37,150
Average net price (after grants)$24,468
Students receiving Pell grants15%
Median debt at graduation$20,937
Student-to-faculty ratio14:1

Who studies at Cedarville

4,024 undergraduates, shown as 100 people.

  • White 85%
  • Hispanic/Latino 4%
  • Black 1%
  • Asian 3%
  • Two or more races 4%
  • International 3%
  • Other / unknown 0%
Women
54%
First-generation
13%
Pell recipients
15%

Frequently asked questions

Does Cedarville offer esports scholarships?

The school does not publicly list esports scholarship terms (yellowjackets.cedarville.edu, 2025-26); contact the program directly. Scholarship terms can change each season, so confirm with the program before applying.

What games does Cedarville esports compete in?

Cedarville fields varsity teams in Marvel Rivals, Rocket League and Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, according to the program's published information.

How much does Cedarville cost per year?

The average annual net price — cost after grants and scholarships for students receiving aid — is $24,468. Published tuition is $37,150 (U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard).

How hard is it to get into Cedarville?

Cedarville admits 65% of applicants, per the College Scorecard.

When did Cedarville start varsity esports?

Cedarville's varsity esports program began in 2025.

Sources

Research notes

First season is 2025-26. Program runs through the Yellow Jackets athletics site with full-time head coach Andrew Heath (hired Aug 2025). Tryouts were in Milner 140; no named arena. The athletics footer does not list esports among its 16 NCAA DII sports.

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