Overview
McKendree University in Lebanon, Illinois has competed in varsity esports since 2026, with affiliations including NECC. Its teams currently compete in Overwatch 2 and Marvel Rivals. Esports scholarships are offered, but a fixed amount is not published (mckendree.edu, 2026-27). Federal College Scorecard data shows an average net price of $24,717 per year, an acceptance rate of 72% and a graduation rate of 53% across 1,752 undergraduates.
Esports details verified 2026-10-06 · Federal data retrieved 2026-10-10
Esports scholarships at McKendree
Scholarship opportunities for new students; varsity players receive coaching, scholarships, and a dedicated space and computer on campus. No amount published.
The esports program
- Level
- Varsity
- Founded
- 2026
- Conference / league
- NECC
- NACE member
- Not listed
- Facility
- Not published
- Titles fielded
- 2
Cost & outcomes vs. other esports schools
Compared with the median of all 428 esports programs we track.
| Tuition | $34,740 |
|---|---|
| Average net price (after grants) | $24,717 |
| Students receiving Pell grants | 34% |
| Median debt at graduation | $23,250 |
| Student-to-faculty ratio | 16:1 |
Who studies at McKendree
1,752 undergraduates, shown as 100 people.
- White 54%
- Hispanic/Latino 5%
- Black 9%
- Asian 1%
- Two or more races 5%
- International 10%
- Other / unknown 16%
- Women
- 54%
- First-generation
- 33%
- Pell recipients
- 34%
Frequently asked questions
Does McKendree offer esports scholarships?
Yes. McKendree offers esports scholarships but doesn't publish an amount; awards are decided by the program. Esports scholarships are offered, but a fixed amount is not published (mckendree.edu, 2026-27). Scholarship terms can change each season, so confirm with the program before applying.
Is McKendree esports varsity or club?
Varsity. McKendree University runs or formally sponsors its esports program, which competes in NECC.
What games does McKendree esports compete in?
McKendree fields varsity teams in Overwatch 2 and Marvel Rivals, according to the program's published information.
How much does McKendree cost per year?
The average annual net price — cost after grants and scholarships for students receiving aid — is $24,717. Published tuition is $34,740 (U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard).
How hard is it to get into McKendree?
McKendree admits 72% of applicants, per the College Scorecard.
When did McKendree start varsity esports?
McKendree's varsity esports program began in 2026.
Sources
- Esports program and scholarship terms: mckendree.edu (2026-27)
- Cost, admissions, outcomes and demographics: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved 2026-10-10
- Photo: Unknown, CC BY-SA 2.5, via Wikimedia Commons
Research notes
Brand-new varsity program announced Nov 2025; first season Fall 2026. Facility opening 2026, unnamed. Colors approximate.
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