National Association of Collegiate Esports (NACE)

The National Association of Collegiate Esports (NACE) is an organization that supports and promotes competitive video gaming—known as esports—at colleges and universities in the United States. It provides a platform for schools to coordinate, compete, and develop their esports programs, fostering student-athletes’ growth, sportsmanship, and community engagement. NACE also offers resources, standards, and events to advance the legitimacy and professionalism of collegiate esports, helping institutions integrate gaming competitions into their campus activities much like traditional sports.