Overview
Fresno Pacific University in Fresno, California has competed in varsity esports since 2024, with affiliations including NECC. Its teams currently compete in Overwatch 2, Rocket League, Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, Marvel Rivals and VALORANT. Esports scholarships are offered, but a fixed amount is not published (fresno.edu, 2026-27). Federal College Scorecard data shows an average net price of $13,630 per year, an acceptance rate of 64% and a graduation rate of 50% across 1,544 undergraduates.
Esports details verified 2026-10-10 · Federal data retrieved 2026-10-10
Esports scholarships at Fresno Pacific
esports scholarships available; amount not published
The esports program
- Level
- Varsity
- Founded
- 2024
- Conference / league
- NECC
- Facility
- Sunbird Esports Center
- Titles fielded
- 5
Cost & outcomes vs. other esports schools
Compared with the median of all 405 esports programs we track.
| Tuition | $36,660 |
|---|---|
| Average net price (after grants) | $13,630 |
| Students receiving Pell grants | 58% |
| Median debt at graduation | $23,146 |
| Student-to-faculty ratio | 10:1 |
Who studies at Fresno Pacific
1,544 undergraduates, shown as 100 people.
- White 20%
- Hispanic/Latino 62%
- Black 4%
- Asian 5%
- Two or more races 1%
- International 3%
- Other / unknown 5%
- Women
- 73%
- First-generation
- 47%
- Pell recipients
- 58%
Frequently asked questions
Does Fresno Pacific offer esports scholarships?
Esports scholarships are offered, but a fixed amount is not published (fresno.edu, 2026-27). Scholarship terms can change each season, so confirm with the program before applying.
What games does Fresno Pacific esports compete in?
Fresno Pacific fields varsity teams in Overwatch 2, Rocket League, Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, Marvel Rivals and VALORANT, according to the program's published information.
How much does Fresno Pacific cost per year?
The average annual net price — cost after grants and scholarships for students receiving aid — is $13,630. Published tuition is $36,660 (U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard).
How hard is it to get into Fresno Pacific?
Fresno Pacific admits 64% of applicants, per the College Scorecard.
When did Fresno Pacific start varsity esports?
Fresno Pacific's varsity esports program began in 2024.
Sources
- Esports program and scholarship terms: fresno.edu (2026-27)
- Cost, admissions, outcomes and demographics: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved 2026-10-10
- Photo: Jon Harder, CC BY 2.5, via Wikimedia Commons
Research notes
Began competing Sep 2024. It is on the athletics site with a 2026-27 roster and won the NECC Division 8 Overwatch title in spring 2026. Strong entry.
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