Utah Gaming & Esports Scholarships (2025): Amounts, Deadlines, How to Apply
By Tooele Free Gaming Lounge • Last updated
Looking for Utah gaming scholarships or Utah esports scholarships? This guide lists the best in-state options (University of Utah, Weber State, SLCC) plus national awards open to Utah students, with clear requirements and application links.
Colleges in Utah increasingly treat esports like traditional activities—some offer varsity roster scholarships and others provide games-related academic awards.
Below you’ll find verified, update-friendly entries for each school. We’ll refresh this page each semester so amounts and links stay current.
Utah Esports Scholarships & Gaming Awards (2025)
These Utah programs are your best starting points. Scholarship availability and amounts can change each year, so always confirm in the official portal or with coaches/financial aid.
University of Utah — Ken Garff Esports Scholarship
- Amount: ~$2,000
- Who qualifies: Alumni of a Ken Garff High School Esports Club; typical minimum GPA 2.5; advisor verification and transcript
- Deadline example: Mid-August (confirm exact date each cycle)
Apply in the University of Utah AcademicWorks portal →
Tip: While you’re there, search “esports” and “games” to catch related awards.
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University of Utah — Division of Games (Academic) Scholarships
- What it covers: Multiple games-related academic awards (amounts vary by year)
- Who qualifies: Students in the BS in Games / EAE programs; full-time enrollment and GPA criteria often apply
See Division of Games scholarships →
Look for “Division of Games Student Scholarship,” “NextGen,” and other named awards in the portal.
Weber State University — Esports Scholarships (Varsity)
- Amount: varies by roster and budget
- Titles: League of Legends, Rocket League, Valorant, Hearthstone, Super Smash Bros. Ultimate (subject to change)
- Also considered: Broadcast, team management, or coaching contributors
Scholarship info & coach contact →
Email the program lead early—varsity spots drive awards.
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Salt Lake Community College — Esports Athletic Scholarships
- Amount: varies (athletics/tuition waivers)
- Who qualifies: Recruited competitors or applicants who earn awards via tryouts
- Where details appear: Program news/FAQ and Discord announcements
Join the program Discord for current tryout windows and scholarship notes.
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Utah Tech University — Esports Club (Funding/Travel Support)
- Status: Club program with equipment/travel support
- Scholarship listing: No fixed esports scholarship page yet—ask Campus Recreation
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Quick Compare: Utah Esports & Gaming Awards
| School | What to Expect | Where to Apply |
|---|---|---|
| University of Utah | Ken Garff (~$2,000) + Games academic awards; GPA rules apply | AcademicWorks portal |
| Weber State | Varsity roster awards; titles vary; contributors may qualify | Esports scholarships |
| SLCC | Athletic/tuition waivers via program process; watch Discord | Esports FAQ |
| Utah Tech | Club with equipment/travel support; inquire about aid | Club page |
National Esports Scholarships (Open to Utah Students)
If you’ll consider studying outside Utah, hundreds of U.S. colleges offer varsity/JV esports scholarships. Compare award sizes and roster needs, then verify on the school’s official site.
How to Qualify & Stand Out for Utah Esports Scholarships
- Target 3–5 schools that field your game (LoL, Valorant, Rocket League, Smash).
- Create a one-page player profile with ranks, recent results, and a 60-second intro.
- Highlight reel: upload unlisted clips to YouTube/Twitch with timestamps.
- Email coaches early for tryout windows, roster needs, and scholarship ranges.
- Apply in the official portal (e.g., AcademicWorks) and complete FAFSA.
- Maintain GPA (many awards expect 2.5–3.0+).
- Calendar deadlines with reminders 30 and 7 days ahead.
FAQ: Utah Gaming & Esports Scholarships
Do I need to be varsity to get esports money?
Often, yes—varsity roster spots drive esports awards. Some programs also support key contributors like broadcast or team managers. Academic “games” awards are separate.
Can these stack with other scholarships?
Usually—up to cost of attendance. Confirm stacking rules with Financial Aid at your school.
When are Utah esports scholarship deadlines?
They vary. Expect late spring through mid-summer for fall entry. Check each portal and set calendar reminders.
Update Log (expand)
- Oct 19, 2025 — Initial Utah lineup added (U of U, Weber State, SLCC, Utah Tech club).
Official Sources
- University of Utah — AcademicWorks scholarship portal
- University of Utah — Division of Games scholarships
- Weber State University — Esports scholarships page
- Salt Lake Community College — Esports FAQ/news
- Utah Tech University — Esports Club page
- National directory — Esports scholarships (verify on school sites)
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