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 2026-10-10 · 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
- Facility
- Not published
- Titles fielded
- 2
Cost & outcomes vs. other esports schools
Compared with the median of all 405 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?
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.
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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