BA in esports
Rowan’s esports bachelor’s degree program combines communication, production, business and computing concepts to provide you with professional training in the gaming industry.
Why choose Rowan’s esports program?
Whether you imagine yourself planning and coordinating esports tournaments, leading an esports organization or creating the next big gaming experience, Rowan University’s Bachelor of Arts (BA) in esports degree program prepares you to thrive in one of the fastest-growing entertainment industries in the world.
Offered in a hybrid format, our program builds your understanding of the history, culture and business of competitive gaming while equipping you with transferable skills for careers in media, event production, marketing, broadcasting, management and game development.
Throughout the curriculum, you’ll explore the gaming industry from multiple perspectives by selecting one of three concentrations in communication, business or computing. At the same time, Rowan offers engaging hands-on learning opportunities, access to professional-grade gaming facilities and mentorship from experienced faculty. This is your chance to turn a passion for competitive gaming into a career that defines the next generation of global digital entertainment.
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Studying esports at Rowan
What You’ll Learn
Rowan University’s 120-credit esports bachelor’s degree program fully immerses you in the world of competitive gaming through a hybrid format that blends online learning with in-person experiences. The curriculum offers a comprehensive overview of the esports industry, from its history, cultural influence and global growth to the communication, business and technical skills that make professional gaming possible.
Through coursework and hands-on projects, you’ll develop knowledge in areas such as event coordination, live streaming production, social media strategy, data analysis, game design and stakeholder communication. You’ll also learn to analyze gaming trends, create engaging multimedia content and apply strategic thinking to real-world esports challenges.
To expand your knowledge further and explore the gaming industry from multiple perspectives, you’ll choose one of the following concentrations:
- Esports Business
- Esports Communication
- Esports Computing
Esports key courses
- Esports Characters & Communities
- Evolution of Esports
- Foundations of Esports
- Internship in Sports Communication & Media
Note: The course information above is not official and is subject to change. For an official list of available courses, please review the Rowan University Academic Catalog.
How You'll Learn
Your learning in the BA in esports degree program is hands-on and industry-connected from day one. You’ll have access to Localhost, a state-of-the-art gaming and event facility near campus, where you can practice hosting, broadcasting and streaming live tournaments. Professors with experience in some of the biggest esports arenas bring insider perspectives to the classroom, connecting your coursework to the realities of the field.
Through internships, project-based courses and collaborative work with peers, you’ll gain practical preparation in event coordination, media production and esports management. These opportunities not only help you apply classroom concepts in real-world contexts but also expand your professional network in one of the most popular entertainment industries.
Admission Requirements
Here, you can turn your passion for gaming into a successful career. Get started by reviewing the admission requirements below.
- First-year application through one of three platforms:
- Application fee of $65
- Official high school transcript(s)
- Letter(s) of recommendation/teacher evaluations
- Personal essay
Once you complete your application, a representative from Rowan’s Office of Admissions will confirm your application status and request any missing information. There may be additional actions or materials required for admission to the program.
Note: Rowan University is test-optional. You may submit your SAT or ACT scores, but you won’t be penalized if you choose not to.
Need assistance with your application? Our Office of Admissions team is here to support you—email admissions@rowan.edu to reach out.
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