Overview
Iowa State University in Ames, Iowa has competed in club esports since 2009, with affiliations including CSL · AVGL. The program is a student-run club rather than a varsity team run by the university. Its teams currently compete in VALORANT, Overwatch 2, Rocket League, Rainbow Six Siege, Counter-Strike 2, League of Legends, Call of Duty, Hearthstone, Apex Legends and Super Smash Bros. Ultimate. The school does not publicly list esports scholarship terms (cyclonehealth.iastate.edu, 2026); contact the program directly. Federal College Scorecard data shows an average net price of $18,589 per year, an acceptance rate of 89% and a graduation rate of 75% across 25,367 undergraduates.
Esports details verified 2026-10-10 · Federal data retrieved 2026-10-10
Esports scholarships at Iowa State
No esports scholarships published
Iowa State doesn't publish esports scholarship terms. Ask the program staff about athletic or participation awards during recruiting.
The esports program
- Level
- Club (student-run)
- Founded
- 2009
- Conference / league
- CSL · AVGL
- Facility
- Gaming and Esports Room (Beyer Hall)
- Titles fielded
- 10
Cost & outcomes vs. other esports schools
Compared with the median of all 405 esports programs we track.
| Tuition (in-state / out-of-state) | $10,787 / $28,881 |
|---|---|
| Average net price (after grants) | $18,589 |
| Students receiving Pell grants | 19% |
| Median debt at graduation | $22,869 |
| Student-to-faculty ratio | 18:1 |
Who studies at Iowa State
25,367 undergraduates, shown as 100 people.
- White 75%
- Hispanic/Latino 7%
- Black 2%
- Asian 4%
- Two or more races 3%
- International 4%
- Other / unknown 5%
- Women
- 45%
- First-generation
- 20%
- Pell recipients
- 19%
Frequently asked questions
Does Iowa State offer esports scholarships?
The school does not publicly list esports scholarship terms (cyclonehealth.iastate.edu, 2026); contact the program directly. Scholarship terms can change each season, so confirm with the program before applying.
What games does Iowa State esports compete in?
Iowa State fields club teams in VALORANT, Overwatch 2, Rocket League, Rainbow Six Siege, Counter-Strike 2, League of Legends, Call of Duty, Hearthstone, Apex Legends and Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, according to the program's published information.
How much does Iowa State cost per year?
The average annual net price — cost after grants and scholarships for students receiving aid — is $18,589. Published tuition is $10,787 in-state and $28,881 out-of-state (U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard).
How hard is it to get into Iowa State?
Iowa State admits 89% of applicants, per the College Scorecard.
When did Iowa State start club esports?
Iowa State's club esports program began in 2009.
Sources
- Esports program and scholarship terms: cyclonehealth.iastate.edu (2026)
- Cost, admissions, outcomes and demographics: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved 2026-10-10
Research notes
Student-run Gaming and Esports Club (founded 2009) supported at sport-club level by Recreation Services. Title list comes from the club's student-org page (undated); 2025-26 rosters not confirmed.
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