Overview
University of North Carolina at Greensboro in Greensboro, North Carolina has competed in varsity esports since 2024, with affiliations including NACE · NECC. Its teams currently compete in Overwatch 2 and Super Smash Bros. Ultimate. The school does not publicly list esports scholarship terms (esports.uncg.edu, 2025-26); contact the program directly. Federal College Scorecard data shows an average net price of $10,965 per year, an acceptance rate of 89% and a graduation rate of 56% across 14,062 undergraduates.
Esports details verified 2026-10-10 · Federal data retrieved 2026-10-10
Esports scholarships at UNC Greensboro
No esports scholarships published; Premier team members receive dedicated coaching, apparel, marketing and travel support
UNC Greensboro doesn't publish esports scholarship terms. Ask the program staff about athletic or participation awards during recruiting.
The esports program
- Level
- Varsity
- Founded
- 2024
- Conference / league
- NACE · NECC
- Facility
- UNCG Esports Arena
- Titles fielded
- 2
Cost & outcomes vs. other esports schools
Compared with the median of all 405 esports programs we track.
| Tuition (in-state / out-of-state) | $7,661 / $24,012 |
|---|---|
| Average net price (after grants) | $10,965 |
| Students receiving Pell grants | 50% |
| Median debt at graduation | $22,858 |
| Student-to-faculty ratio | 18:1 |
Who studies at UNC Greensboro
14,062 undergraduates, shown as 100 people.
- White 38%
- Hispanic/Latino 17%
- Black 31%
- Asian 6%
- Two or more races 6%
- International 1%
- Other / unknown 1%
- Women
- 66%
- First-generation
- 31%
- Pell recipients
- 50%
Frequently asked questions
Does UNC Greensboro offer esports scholarships?
The school does not publicly list esports scholarship terms (esports.uncg.edu, 2025-26); contact the program directly. Scholarship terms can change each season, so confirm with the program before applying.
What games does UNC Greensboro esports compete in?
UNC Greensboro fields varsity teams in Overwatch 2 and Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, according to the program's published information.
How much does UNC Greensboro cost per year?
The average annual net price — cost after grants and scholarships for students receiving aid — is $10,965. Published tuition is $7,661 in-state and $24,012 out-of-state (U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard).
How hard is it to get into UNC Greensboro?
UNC Greensboro admits 89% of applicants, per the College Scorecard.
When did UNC Greensboro start varsity esports?
UNC Greensboro's varsity esports program began in 2024.
Sources
- Esports program and scholarship terms: esports.uncg.edu (2025-26)
- Cost, admissions, outcomes and demographics: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved 2026-10-10
- Photo: Willthacheerleader18, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Research notes
University-run Premier Program (tryouts, recruitment form, dedicated coaching) in Overwatch 2 and Smash Ultimate; UNCG news (June 2025) calls 2024-25 'Year Zero' for 'varsity-like' teams, so classed varsity. Student-run Gaming & Esports Club (founded 2011/2012) competes in ~10 more titles but is not counted. Arena opened 2022. Administering unit not stated on site.
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