Esports Colleges & Scholarships
Texas Esports
United States
Texas is home to one of the country's largest and most competitive collegiate esports ecosystems. From flagship programs at UT Austin and Texas A&M to rising programs at Texas Tech, UNT, and Baylor, the Lone Star State offers an enormous range of competitive gaming opportunities with generous scholarship packages. The Big 12 Esports Conference features several Texas schools competing at the national level, and Dallas-Fort Worth's emergence as a major esports market has created strong industry ties for students pursuing careers in competitive gaming.
Featured Programs in Texas
All Programs in Texas
University of Texas at Austin
UT Austin has a growing esports program with competitive teams across multiple titles and dedicated practice facilities.
Baylor University
Baylor Esports has rapidly grown into one of Texas' notable collegiate programs, with dedicated practice facilities and competitive varsity teams.
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.
Texas Tech University
Texas Tech Red Raider Esports competes at the highest levels of collegiate play from the heart of West Texas. TTU offers varsity teams across major titles with merit scholarships, a state-of-the-art esports arena, and curriculum pathways in esports management through the Rawls College of Business.
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 North Texas
UNT Mean Green Esports has risen to national prominence in collegiate competition. North Texas offers one of the most comprehensive esports programs in the Big 12, featuring full scholarships for top recruits, a dedicated esports arena, and an esports management academic program through the College of Business.
Scholarships in Texas
All ScholarshipsFrequently Asked Questions
How many colleges offer esports programs in Texas?
There are currently 6 college esports programs listed in Texas. Programs range from varsity teams with scholarships to club-level competitive teams.
Are there esports scholarships available in Texas?
Yes — 1 scholarship is currently available through colleges in Texas. Award amounts and requirements vary by program.
What games do Texas colleges compete in?
Colleges in Texas compete across a wide range of esports titles including League of Legends, Valorant, Overwatch 2, Rocket League, CS2, Super Smash Bros., and more. Individual programs vary in their supported titles.
How do I get recruited by a Texas college esports team?
Build a strong competitive profile (rank, VODs, achievements), then reach out directly to the esports coach or athletic director at your target schools. Many Texas programs actively recruit through Discord, Twitter, and NACE's recruiting portal.
Do I need to be a top-ranked player to get an esports scholarship in Texas?
Not necessarily. Many Texas scholarship programs weight academic performance, leadership, and character alongside in-game skill. A strong GPA (2.5+) and genuine passion for competitive gaming can go a long way — especially at smaller programs.