Overview
Northwood University in Midland, Michigan has competed in varsity esports since 2019, with affiliations including NECC. Its teams currently compete in VALORANT, Overwatch 2, Rocket League, Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, Counter-Strike 2, League of Legends, Fortnite, Call of Duty, Rainbow Six Siege, Marvel Rivals and Deadlock. The program publishes esports scholarship terms: up to $3,000 at launch; now merit-based, set by the coach (esports.northwood.edu, 2019). Federal College Scorecard data shows an average net price of $27,232 per year, an acceptance rate of 65% and a graduation rate of 63% across 1,974 undergraduates.
Esports details verified 2026-10-10 · Federal data retrieved 2026-10-10
Esports scholarships at Northwood
Up to $3,000 at launch; now merit-based, set by the coach
The largest stated award ($3,000) equals about 11% of Northwood's average annual net price of $27,232. Actual awards depend on tryouts, roster spot and other aid.
The esports program
- Level
- Varsity
- Founded
- 2019
- Conference / league
- NECC
- Facility
- 2,000+ sq ft gaming center
- Titles fielded
- 11
Cost & outcomes vs. other esports schools
Compared with the median of all 405 esports programs we track.
| Tuition | $34,400 |
|---|---|
| Average net price (after grants) | $27,232 |
| Students receiving Pell grants | 26% |
| Median debt at graduation | $20,842 |
| Student-to-faculty ratio | 14:1 |
Who studies at Northwood
1,974 undergraduates, shown as 100 people.
- White 72%
- Hispanic/Latino 8%
- Black 9%
- Asian 1%
- Two or more races 3%
- International 2%
- Other / unknown 5%
- Women
- 37%
- First-generation
- 40%
- Pell recipients
- 26%
Frequently asked questions
Does Northwood offer esports scholarships?
The program publishes esports scholarship terms: up to $3,000 at launch; now merit-based, set by the coach (esports.northwood.edu, 2019). Scholarship terms can change each season, so confirm with the program before applying.
What games does Northwood esports compete in?
Northwood fields varsity teams in VALORANT, Overwatch 2, Rocket League, Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, Counter-Strike 2, League of Legends, Fortnite, Call of Duty, Rainbow Six Siege, Marvel Rivals and Deadlock, according to the program's published information.
How much does Northwood cost per year?
The average annual net price — cost after grants and scholarships for students receiving aid — is $27,232. Published tuition is $34,400 (U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard).
How hard is it to get into Northwood?
Northwood admits 65% of applicants, per the College Scorecard.
When did Northwood start varsity esports?
Northwood's varsity esports program began in 2019.
Sources
- Esports program and scholarship terms: esports.northwood.edu (2019)
- Cost, admissions, outcomes and demographics: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved 2026-10-10
- Photo: User:Mgreason, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
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