COLLEGIATE CONFERENCE
Where New Jersey Colleges Compete.
The nation’s first face-to-face collegiate esports league. Campus-hosted events, school pride, statewide rivalries, and college competition, built around community first.
THE LEAGUE
Built for College Competition
A true collegiate conference where institutions represent their school, compete on campuses across New Jersey, and build traditions that extend beyond a single tournament.
Home Matches
Host schools welcome visiting programs for face-to-face competition.
Rivalries
A year-long season creates meaningful rivalries and unforgettable championship moments.
Community
Students return to familiar campuses throughout the year, building friendships and lasting memories.
FOR COLLEGES
Why Colleges Join
Membership in the Collegiate Conference gives institutions more than a league schedule: it gives them a platform.
Host campus events
Bring competitive esports to your campus and create destination events for your community.
Increase student engagement
Give students a reason to stay on campus, connect with peers, and invest in school spirit.
Recruit prospective students
Showcase your gaming community to high school students already passionate about esports.
Strengthen campus community
Strengthen campus pride by creating the traditions, rivalries, and shared experiences that define collegiate athletics.
Connect academic programs
Create opportunities for students to produce, broadcast, organize, and promote live events.
Connect with statewide partners
Join a statewide network of educators, colleges, industry leaders, government agencies, and community partners.
SPOTLIGHT STORY
From Brookdale to a Full Scholarship
Brookdale gave him the platform and the support. Participating with GSE created the path to a full ride.
Tyler Sims, formerly of Manasquan High School, helped establish Brookdale Community College’s esports program from the ground up. As a foundational member of the Overwatch team, he grew with his teammates through leading practices, state and national tournaments, and a culture of consistent improvement.
“Competing in GSE for over 5 years throughout my high school and college career has allowed me to gain experience and a serious leg up on the competition. I would not be where I am now if I didn't compete with GSE.”
— Tyler Sims, on how gse prepared him for the future
Brookdale CC
Helped build Brookdale’s program; ranked top 32 nationally for a two-year college
GSE League
Competed in statewide collegiate events; gained visibility and real competitive experience
Cumberland U.
Full scholarship to Cumberland University’s varsity esports program
BEYOND THE SCOREBOARD
More Than a Competition
The Collegiate Conference is more than a season of matches. It is a statewide community where colleges strengthen campus life, collaborate, and create authentic opportunities for students beyond the competitive roster.
Every event brings together educators, industry professionals, community partners, and students to build relationships, share ideas, and create meaningful experiences that extend far beyond the final score.
“Championships matter. But the relationships, skills, and campus culture built along the way are what make this league worth joining.”
Sean Dwyer, Camden County College Esports Director
WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT
Learning Through Competition
Every event creates opportunities for students across campus to contribute as broadcasters, producers, marketers, photographers, tournament administrators, technology specialists, and event staff. Working alongside peers, faculty, and GSE professionals, students gain authentic experience that strengthens résumés, builds portfolios, and prepares them for careers in media, technology, communications, event management, and beyond.
THE FULL PATH
A Complete Esports Ecosystem
Students can continue growing with Garden State Esports long after high school. From their first league match to their first production shift.
This is what separates the Collegiate Conference from a recruiting pipeline. It’s a living ecosystem where competition, leadership, and career development connect.
Middle School
First exposure to structured esports
High School Competition
Leagues, teammates, and school pride
College Competition
Campus-hosted events and statewide rivalries
Broadcast & Production
Real skills supporting live events
Leadership Roles
Managing teams, events, and communities
Professional Experience
Résumé-ready work across the ecosystem
Industry Careers
Pathways into gaming, media, and tech
MEMBER INSTITUTIONS
New Jersey Colleges in the Conference
The nation’s first face-to-face collegiate esports league, launched in Spring 2023 and growing across the state.
Camden County College
Brookdale Community College
Stockton University
Seton Hall University
Princeton University
Georgian Court University
Rutgers New Brunswick
Rowan University
Caldwell University
Stevens Institute of Technology
Kean University
Rutgers Camden
Atlantic Cape Community College
New Jersey Institute of Technology
Montclair University
Monmouth University
Rider University
Ocean County College
Bring Your College Into New Jersey’s Collegiate Esports Community
Join the conference that puts campus competition, student leadership, and real-world experience at the center.