ESPORTS

Amazing happens when every student has a place to compete.

From K–12 school districts to college campuses, esports is turning gameplay into engagement, opportunity and real-world skills. CDW helps schools and institutions plan, build and grow esports programs from a handful of gaming stations to a full competitive arena.

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Esports Matter More Than Ever

Esports has moved from the sidelines to center stage in education. What began as after-school clubs has grown into competitive teams, broadcast productions, degree pathways and career programs. For K–12 schools, purpose-built esports programs motivate and engage students who may not connect with traditional activities, while building teamwork, communication and problem-solving skills. For colleges and universities, esports have become a powerful tool for recruitment, retention and revenue and a launchpad for careers in a fast-growing industry.

CDW partners with K–12 and higher education institutions to design programs that fit their goals, space and budget, and grow alongside them.

Gaming PCs and Devices

From ready-to-go gaming laptops to high-performance desktops and monitors, CDW's esports experts equip competitors with the right devices for your specs, scale and budget, so your team has a winning foundation.

Peripherals and Accessories

Precision, timing and communication win matches. Outfit players with responsive gaming keyboards, mice, headsets and components to turn workstation into a competitive advantage.

Network Infrastructure

Competitive play depends on a reliable, low-latency network. CDW assesses your existing connectivity, makes firewall and content-filter adjustments, and upgrades wired and wireless infrastructure so your program runs without lag.

Arena Design and Classroom Layout

From repurposing an underused lecture hall to designing a purpose-built arena, CDW helps you plan spaces that account for multi-use flexibility, classroom flow and the full spectator experience.

Streaming and Broadcasting

CDW's audiovisual experts design spectator and player feeds, webcams, video switchers, direct-view LED displays, lighting and commentator tools to give students real-world production and shoutcasting experience on live esports platforms.

Curriculum and Career Pathways

Esports is more than competition. CDW helps connect your program to curriculum, content creation, podcasting and STEAM initiatives that prepare students for college scholarships and careers in the esports economy.