Esports is a booming industry with quickly growing local and national job opportunities. This certificate prepares students for entry level work in an esports organization or team. Because esports merges many industries there is some level of choice within the certificate, depending on which skills the student is most interested in. The program will be offered at the Benton Harbor Campus, South Haven Campus, and online.
Quick Facts
Type
Sub-Associate Certificate or Credential Program
Length
1 Year if starting in the Fall
Format
In-person, Virtual, Hybrid
Location
Virtual / Located outside of the city of Kalamazoo
Career Field(s)
Next Start Date
09/05/2023
Next deadline
09/01/2023
Am I Eligible For This Program
Who might this program serve uniquely well?
Promise Scholars
Eligibility Requirements
Placement Test
Participants must take placement test(s) to enroll and may be placed on a particular track within the program based on score(s).
Acceptable Forms of Verification: Transcripts showing a GPA of 2.5 or higher, qualifying ACT/SAT test scores, a minimum grade of "C" in the equivalent of college-level courses for English and Algebra, or take a placement test at Lake Michigan College.
Prerequisite Coursework, Certification, or Experience
Participants must have a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
Acceptable Forms of Verification: High School diploma, GED, or equivalent
What documents will I need?
Transcripts showing a GPA of 2.5 or higher, qualifying ACT/SAT test scores, a minimum grade of "C" in the equivalent of college-level courses for English and Algebra, or take a placement test at Lake Michigan College.
High School diploma, GED, or equivalent
How Much Will I Earn Or Spend
Program Financial Information
Tuition and Fees (Without Financial Aid)
$4,000 estimate ($250 per contact hour if out-of district plus course fees)
Cost of Books and Supplies (Without Financial Aid)
Estimate of $100 - $150 per course for books
Qualification for Financial Aid
Application
Financial Aid
Promise Eligible
Pell Grants
Paid Program?
no
Program Free?
yes
Where Is This Program Located
Address
2755 East Napier Avenue
Benton Harbor , MI 49022
Location Information
Location Type
Virtual / Main Provider Address
Neighborhood
Virtual / Located outside of the city of Kalamazoo
What Other Resources Does This Program Offer
None
What Could This Training Lead To?
Credentials
Industry-Recognized Certificate or Certification
Other Esports Advanced Certificate
Job Titles
Esports Association
Esports Data and Analytics
Esports Broadcasting
Esports Coaching
Esports Event Planning
When And How Can I Start?
Application Instructions
Apply to Lake Michigan College through their online application. It is free and it takes about 10 minutes to complete. You will then be given next steps to complete your enrollment to Lake Michigan College.
Admissions
Rolling Admissions? no
Contact
Kyle Kelly
Director of Esports Program
kkelly@lakemichigancollege.edu