Overview
University of Pikeville in Pikeville, Kentucky has competed in varsity esports since 2015, with affiliations including Appalachian Athletic Conference (NAIA). Its teams currently compete in League of Legends. Esports scholarships are offered, but a fixed amount is not published (upikebears.com, 2015-16). Federal College Scorecard data shows an average net price of $20,311 per year and a graduation rate of 42% across 1,135 undergraduates.
Esports details verified 2026-10-10 · Federal data retrieved 2026-10-10
Esports scholarships at UPIKE
Launched with 20 athletic scholarships; scholarship holders must meet the same academic/GPA standards as other athletes. No current amount published.
The esports program
- Level
- Varsity
- Founded
- 2015
- Conference / league
- Appalachian Athletic Conference (NAIA)
- Facility
- Not published
- Titles fielded
- 1
Cost & outcomes vs. other esports schools
Compared with the median of all 405 esports programs we track.
| Tuition | $24,850 |
|---|---|
| Average net price (after grants) | $20,311 |
| Students receiving Pell grants | 38% |
| Median debt at graduation | $20,679 |
| Student-to-faculty ratio | 14:1 |
Who studies at UPIKE
1,135 undergraduates, shown as 100 people.
- White 82%
- Hispanic/Latino 1%
- Black 7%
- Asian 1%
- Two or more races 2%
- International 6%
- Other / unknown 1%
- Women
- 52%
- First-generation
- 45%
- Pell recipients
- 38%
Frequently asked questions
Does UPIKE offer esports scholarships?
Esports scholarships are offered, but a fixed amount is not published (upikebears.com, 2015-16). Scholarship terms can change each season, so confirm with the program before applying.
What games does UPIKE esports compete in?
UPIKE fields varsity teams in League of Legends, according to the program's published information.
How much does UPIKE cost per year?
The average annual net price — cost after grants and scholarships for students receiving aid — is $20,311. Published tuition is $24,850 (U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard).
When did UPIKE start varsity esports?
UPIKE's varsity esports program began in 2015.
Sources
- Esports program and scholarship terms: upikebears.com (2015-16)
- Cost, admissions, outcomes and demographics: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved 2026-10-10
- Photo: Nyttend, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
Research notes
2026-27 roster (30 players) confirms active. Scholarship info is from 2015 launch press (WSAZ/CBS). Current games not listed; lol is the launch title only.
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