Collegiate Esports
Call of Duty
Published by Activision
About Call of Duty
A first-person shooter franchise with competitive multiplayer modes played at the collegiate level.
Collegiate Competitive Scene
Call of Duty is a staple of collegiate esports through the CDL Collegiate program and third-party organizers. Many NACE member schools field Call of Duty teams competing in regional and national brackets alongside professional development programs.
Prize Pools & Earnings
The Call of Duty League features $6M+ in annual prize pools. Collegiate CoD programs offer scholarships at select institutions with pathways to CDL careers.
Colleges Offering Call of Duty
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University of Michigan
The University of Michigan Esports program combines academic excellence with competitive gaming, featuring both varsity and club programs across multiple titles with scholarship opportunities.
University of Florida
UF Esports offers one of Florida's top collegiate programs, with a newly built esports arena and multiple varsity teams competing at the national level with scholarship support.
New York University
NYU Esports is New York City's premier collegiate esports program, leveraging its urban location to connect students with the professional esports industry and competitive gaming community.
Texas A&M University
Texas A&M Esports is one of the largest collegiate programs in the South, with a dedicated esports arena, varsity teams, and a 12th Man gaming community spanning dozens of titles.
University of Houston
UH Esports operates out of one of the largest esports arenas in Texas, with varsity scholarship teams and robust club programs across competitive gaming titles.
University of Central Florida
UCF Knights Esports is one of Florida's premier collegiate esports programs, with varsity teams, a dedicated esports complex, and substantial scholarship opportunities.
Frequently Asked Questions
What colleges offer Call of Duty esports programs?
University of Michigan, University of Florida, New York University, and 3 more programs offer Call of Duty varsity or club esports teams.
Are there esports scholarships for Call of Duty players?
While dedicated Call of Duty scholarships are limited, many colleges offer general esports scholarships that include Call of Duty players. Check the scholarships directory for current opportunities.
How competitive is Call of Duty at the collegiate level?
Call of Duty is a staple of collegiate esports through the CDL Collegiate program and third-party organizers. Many NACE member schools field Call of Duty teams competing in regional and national brackets alongside professional development programs.
How do I join a college Call of Duty team?
Most college Call of Duty programs hold open tryouts or recruit through platforms like Discord and LinkedIn. Build a ranked profile, maintain a highlight reel, and contact the coach or esports director directly. Some programs also post recruitment information on their esports website.
What GPA do I need to get a Call of Duty esports scholarship?
GPA requirements vary by institution. Most competitive esports scholarship programs require a minimum 2.5–3.0 GPA. Academic performance is typically weighted alongside your in-game rank, teamwork skills, and professionalism during tryouts.