Collegiate Esports
Super Smash Bros. Ultimate
Published by Nintendo
About Super Smash Bros. Ultimate
The ultimate crossover fighting game featuring Nintendo characters and guest fighters from across gaming.
Collegiate Competitive Scene
Super Smash Bros. Ultimate is the premier collegiate fighting game, run primarily through Collegiate Smash League. The game features a massive grassroots community across hundreds of campuses with regular tournaments.
Prize Pools & Earnings
Collegiate Smash features scholarship prizes. The Smash community runs major events with thousands in prize pools.
Colleges Offering Super Smash Bros. Ultimate
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Maryville University
Maryville University is a powerhouse in collegiate esports, with national championships and one of the most successful programs in the country.
Ohio State University
Ohio State University features a comprehensive esports program with varsity teams, club organizations, and scholarship opportunities for competitive gamers.
University of Washington
UW Esports benefits from Seattle's thriving tech and esports industry, with a competitive varsity program and scholarship opportunities for talented gamers in the Pacific Northwest.
Boise State University
Boise State University has developed a strong esports program competing in multiple titles with scholarship opportunities.
University of California, Irvine
UCI's esports program is one of the most prestigious in the nation. Home to the first dedicated collegiate esports arena, UCI competes at the highest levels across multiple titles.
Robert Morris University
Robert Morris University was the first U.S. college to offer athletic scholarships for esports in 2014, pioneering the college esports movement.
Scholarships for Super Smash Bros. Ultimate
View AllHarrisburg University Full-Ride Esports Scholarship
Harrisburg University is nationally recognized as a premier esports destination, offering full-tuition scholarships for exceptional competitive gamers. HU has produced multiple national championship teams and offers a dedicated Esports & Entertainment Management degree program. Recipients train under Coach TK, one of collegiate esports' most accomplished coaches, and compete across 15+ titles.
Kennesaw State Owl Esports Scholarship
Kennesaw State University's esports program is one of the Southeast's most respected, having competed at the highest levels of collegiate play since its founding. The Owl Esports Scholarship rewards skilled gamers who also excel academically, providing funding that covers a significant portion of tuition. KSU's program features a dedicated esports arena, experienced coaching staff, and strong alumni network in the Atlanta tech corridor.
Frequently Asked Questions
What colleges offer Super Smash Bros. Ultimate esports programs?
Maryville University, Ohio State University, University of Washington, and 3 more programs offer Super Smash Bros. Ultimate varsity or club esports teams.
Are there esports scholarships for Super Smash Bros. Ultimate players?
Yes — 2 scholarships are currently available for Super Smash Bros. Ultimate players. Award amounts vary by program.
How competitive is Super Smash Bros. Ultimate at the collegiate level?
Super Smash Bros. Ultimate is the premier collegiate fighting game, run primarily through Collegiate Smash League. The game features a massive grassroots community across hundreds of campuses with regular tournaments.
How do I join a college Super Smash Bros. Ultimate team?
Most college Super Smash Bros. Ultimate 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 Super Smash Bros. Ultimate 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.