Rowan Online

Online Esports Industry and Experience Certificate

Advance your skills with a flexible, fully online program with esports courses. Students in this program will gain expertise with the technologies and across the media used by professionals on the cutting edge of this burgeoning field.

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Why choose Rowan Online’s esports industry and experience certificate program?

A flexible online esports industry and entertainment certificate

The Online Esports Industry and Entertainment Certificate of Undergraduate Study program is currently open to transfer students only. This program helps students develop key communication, collaboration, problem-solving, critical reflection, and leadership skills essential for success in the esports workplace and related fields. With strong overlap across disciplines such as Sports Communication & Media, Journalism, Sports Management, Radio/Television/Film, and Public Relations, the program offers relevance and interdisciplinary value. Students also gain expertise with the technologies and media tools used by professionals in this rapidly expanding industry.

2025-2026 Academic Year

Credits, Cost & Completion Time

12

Credits

$589

Per Credit

12

Months to Complete

Application Deadlines

8/18

Fall Entry Term

12/15

Spring Entry Term

4/28

Summer Entry Term

Start Dates

9/2

Fall Module A Start Date

1/20

Spring Module A Start Date

5/12

Summer Module A Start Date

Studying esports online at Rowan

Take a closer look at what to expect in the online esports industry and experience certification program. Explore course content, admission requirements, Rowan’s transfer-friendly format and an unmatched online learning experience.

What You'll Learn

Our esports industry and experience undergraduate certificate program requires the completion of 12 credits (four courses).

Online esports courses

  • Foundations of Esports
  • Esports Characters and Communities
  • Esports Reporting
  • Esports Streaming and Social Platforms
  • Esports Coverage: Shoutcasting and In-Game Observing
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.

The Rowan Online Experience

Earning your undergraduate certificate online doesn’t mean missing out on impactful experiences or meaningful support. Rowan Online combines the flexibility you need with access to internships, engaged faculty and a learning environment that helps you stay connected and on track.

Transfer Credit Information

Rowan Online makes it easy to build on the work you’ve already completed at a previous institution. Our operating systems fundamentals program requires the completion of 12 credits.

Our advising team is here to help you evaluate your transcript and build a plan to complete your degree as efficiently as possible. 

Admission Requirements

To apply to Rowan’s online esports industry and experience certification program, start by submitting the materials listed below. Once your documents are received, the Rowan University Office of Admissions will follow up with confirmation or let you know if anything is missing. There may be additional action or materials required for admission to the program.

  • Submit an application
  • No application fee! The application fee is waived for all Rowan Online undergraduate programs.
  • Official transcripts from all colleges attended (regardless of number of credits earned)

Tuition and Aid

As a Rowan Online student, you’ll receive a high-quality education that’s affordable and accessible. The cost for the online certificate in network fundamentals program is $589 per credit.

Careers and Outcomes

As a student in our Esports Industry and Entertainment Experience Certificate of Undergraduate Study program, you will strengthen your skills and better position yourself to pursue a variety of careers in the field of Esports. Check out the projected career outlook for a variety of job opportunities in Esports.
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Upcoming virtual information sessions and events

From general information sessions to specific admission meetings, these events are a great way to ask questions, meet your future faculty members, explore the program in more depth and see what Rowan Online is all about. We can’t wait to meet you!

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Get started with the esports industry and experience certificate to develop critical communication, collaboration, problem-solving, and leadership skills necessary for success in the esports workforce and beyond.