Collegiate Esports
Rainbow Six Siege
Published by Ubisoft
About Rainbow Six Siege
Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Siege is a tactical shooter featuring two asymmetric teams — attackers and defenders — in tight, destructible environments requiring precise teamwork and strategy.
Collegiate Competitive Scene
Rainbow Six Siege has a robust collegiate esports ecosystem run through Ubisoft and third-party organizers. The game is offered at hundreds of colleges through esports clubs and varsity programs.
Prize Pools & Earnings
The Six Invitational features $3M+ prize pools. Collegiate programs offer scholarships and career pathways into professional Siege.
Colleges Offering Rainbow Six Siege
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Boise State University
Boise State University has developed a strong esports program competing in multiple titles with scholarship opportunities.
Illinois State University
Illinois State University has a strong varsity esports program with multiple titles and scholarship support for student-athletes.
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.
University of Utah
The University of Utah has one of the top varsity esports programs in the country, competing in League of Legends, Overwatch, and more.
Maryville University
Maryville University is a powerhouse in collegiate esports, with national championships and one of the most successful programs in the country.
Scholarships for Rainbow Six Siege
View AllUT Austin Longhorn Esports Competitive Award
The University of Texas at Austin's Longhorn Esports program provides merit-based competitive awards to students who represent UT in NACE, Big 12 Esports, and other national competitions. As a flagship public research university, UT Austin combines academic excellence with a well-funded esports program, leveraging Austin's position as a major tech and gaming hub to offer students unique industry opportunities.
Georgia Tech Yellow Jacket Esports Grant
Georgia Tech's Yellow Jacket Esports Grant combines merit-based funding with academic achievement recognition. As one of the nation's top engineering schools, GT attracts technically skilled gamers who excel both in competition and in analytics-driven coaching environments. Recipients compete in NACE and collegiate circuits while gaining access to GT's unmatched tech industry network in Atlanta.
Frequently Asked Questions
What colleges offer Rainbow Six Siege esports programs?
Boise State University, Illinois State University, University of California, Irvine, and 3 more programs offer Rainbow Six Siege varsity or club esports teams.
Are there esports scholarships for Rainbow Six Siege players?
Yes — 2 scholarships are currently available for Rainbow Six Siege players. Award amounts vary by program.
How competitive is Rainbow Six Siege at the collegiate level?
Rainbow Six Siege has a robust collegiate esports ecosystem run through Ubisoft and third-party organizers. The game is offered at hundreds of colleges through esports clubs and varsity programs.
How do I join a college Rainbow Six Siege team?
Most college Rainbow Six Siege 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 Rainbow Six Siege 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.