Seneca Esports
Scholarship Proposal
The Problem: Our athletes compete at national championship levels with $0 scholarship funding while other Ontario schools invest $2,580/year per athlete on average.
It's time to invest in our student athletes
Presented by Lucas Krawczak, Supervisor of Seneca Esports | February 2026
The Funding Gap
Seneca Esports competes unfunded against scholarship programs
SENECA ESPORTS
$0
Annual Scholarship Funding
ONTARIO AVERAGE
$2,580
Per Student Athlete / Year
What Other Schools Invest
St. Clair College
$1,000-$4,000/yr
Formal varsity structure
uOttawa
$2,500/yr
Annual esports scholarship
Lambton College
$2,500-$5,000
Provincial funding
Georgian College
$50,000+
Total distributed 2022-23
UBC Esports
Entrance Awards
+ Service/leadership awards
Seneca
$0
No scholarship program
13+ Ontario institutions offer esports scholarships. Seneca does not.
See Our Proposed SolutionThe Solution
Implementing esports scholarships at Seneca
The Solution
Close the funding gap by implementing esports scholarships at Seneca, matching the $2,580/year provincial average.
- ✓ Funding Gap: 13+ Ontario institutions offer scholarships — Seneca does not
- ✓ Investment: $2,500-$5,000 per student athlete (matches provincial average)
- ✓ Proven Excellence: National champions with zero institutional support
- ✓ Clear ROI: Improves retention, recruitment, and engagement
Alignment with Your Platform
How esports scholarships advance your priorities:
Flexible Support
Scholarships reduce financial barriers for students
Enhanced Services
Elevates Seneca's competitive offerings
Inclusivity
Creates pathways for diverse student athletes
Representation
Recognizes and values the esports community
Excellence Despite Zero Funding
Our opponents receive scholarships. Our players pay their own way.
All achievements below were earned with $0 scholarship support
Rocket League
Top 1 in Division A (ECAC)
Competing against funded programs
Valorant
Top 4 in Division D (ECAC)
Outperforming scholarship teams
PUBG Mobile
1st Place National Championship
Won without institutional backing
Competed at semi-professional level in PUBG Mobile Pro League (PMPL)
Imagine what we could achieve with proper investment
Meet Our Athletes
PUBG Mobile Team — National Champions
Won $6,000 USD at PMCC with $0 institutional support
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Rocket League Team — #1 in ECAC Division A
Top ranked while competing against funded programs
Benefits & Impact
Evidence-based research from 12 US universities
Average GPA
13% achieve perfect 4.0
STEM Majors
Supporting academic diversity
Retention Boost
Increased desire to stay
Skills Growth
Teamwork & leadership
Strategic Value for SSF
Recruitment
Attracts high-performing students to Seneca
Retention
Students stay engaged and complete programs
Engagement
Creates vibrant campus community and school spirit
Differentiation
Positions Seneca as esports leader in GTA
The Competitive Disadvantage
Our players compete against schools investing $2,580 CAD/year per athlete on average
Proposed Scholarship Structure
Elite Athletes
For national-level competitors demonstrating exceptional skill and dedication
- ✓ National championship participants
- ✓ Top-tier competitive rankings
- ✓ Team leadership roles
Varsity Players
For active varsity team members with strong performance records
- ✓ Active varsity participation
- ✓ Consistent competitive performance
- ✓ Good academic standing
Year 1 Pilot Program Budget
| Category | Athletes | Amount Each | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elite Athletes | 3 | $4,500 | $13,500 |
| Varsity Players | 7 | $2,500 | $17,500 |
| Total Investment | $31,000 | ||
Targets top performers in Rocket League, Valorant, and PUBG Mobile
Ontario Esports Scholarship
Provincial program available
SSF Enhancement Fund
Student services investment
Corporate Sponsorships
Gaming industry partnerships
Alumni Donations
Dedicated esports fund
Implementation Roadmap
SSF Approval
Board approval and funding commitment secured
Criteria Development
Develop scholarship criteria and application process
Application Period
Open applications and conduct selection process
Program Launch
First cohort begins their academic year
Measuring Success
Retention & GPA
Scholar retention rates and academic performance
Tournament Results
Competitive results and rankings improvement
Satisfaction
Student satisfaction and community engagement
Visibility
Program visibility and recruitment impact
Recommended Next Steps
Present proposal to SSF Board for funding approval
Connect with provincial Ontario Esports Scholarship program
Engage Seneca administration for institutional support
Develop scholarship criteria with esports community input
Thank You, SSF
Together we can elevate student success through esports
Let's make Seneca a leader in competitive collegiate gaming