Overview
North Central Michigan College in Petoskey, Michigan has competed in varsity esports since 2021, with affiliations including NJCAAE · Gateway Esports. Its teams currently compete in Rainbow Six Siege, Fortnite and Marvel Rivals. The school does not publicly list esports scholarship terms (ncmctimberwolves.com, 2026-27); contact the program directly. Federal College Scorecard data shows an average net price of $10,083 per year and a graduation rate of 29% across 942 undergraduates.
Esports details verified 2026-10-10 · Federal data retrieved 2026-10-10
Esports scholarships at North Central Michigan
No esports scholarships published
North Central Michigan doesn't publish esports scholarship terms. Ask the program staff about athletic or participation awards during recruiting.
The esports program
- Level
- Varsity
- Founded
- 2021
- Conference / league
- NJCAAE · Gateway Esports
- Facility
- Esports Arena (on campus)
- Titles fielded
- 3
Cost & outcomes vs. other esports schools
Compared with the median of all 405 esports programs we track.
| Tuition (in-state / out-of-state) | $5,430 / $10,590 |
|---|---|
| Average net price (after grants) | $10,083 |
| Students receiving Pell grants | 29% |
| Median debt at graduation | $14,000 |
| Student-to-faculty ratio | 15:1 |
Who studies at North Central Michigan
942 undergraduates, shown as 100 people.
- White 81%
- Hispanic/Latino 1%
- Black 4%
- Asian 1%
- Two or more races 4%
- International 0%
- Other / unknown 9%
- Women
- 62%
- First-generation
- 42%
- Pell recipients
- 29%
Frequently asked questions
Does North Central Michigan offer esports scholarships?
The school does not publicly list esports scholarship terms (ncmctimberwolves.com, 2026-27); contact the program directly. Scholarship terms can change each season, so confirm with the program before applying.
What games does North Central Michigan esports compete in?
North Central Michigan fields varsity teams in Rainbow Six Siege, Fortnite and Marvel Rivals, according to the program's published information.
How much does North Central Michigan cost per year?
The average annual net price — cost after grants and scholarships for students receiving aid — is $10,083. Published tuition is $5,430 in-state and $10,590 out-of-state (U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard).
When did North Central Michigan start varsity esports?
North Central Michigan's varsity esports program began in 2021.
Sources
- Esports program and scholarship terms: ncmctimberwolves.com (2026-27)
- Cost, admissions, outcomes and demographics: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved 2026-10-10
Research notes
Timberwolves athletics (MCCAA) varsity team with a 2026-27 roster; coach Kline. First intercollegiate season was Fall 2021 (arena opened Winter 2021). The Fall 2025 schedule also had OW2, FC, Mario Kart, Warzone and SSBU; g uses only the Fall 2026 NJCAAE entries (plus Hearthstone 1v1, no code).
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