Southern New Hampshire University runs Esports Arena – one of New England’s earliest varsity esports venues

The SNHU Esports program is a student-centered competitive gaming hub and dedicated arena at Southern New Hampshire University, featuring an 18‑PC broadcast-ready arena supporting fully-funded varsity teams and designed to support both high-level competition and casual gaming in an inclusive, campus-driven environment.

With its recent expansion and dedicated facility located on campus, the program features 18 high-end gaming PCs, full console stations, broadcast/streaming capabilities, and varsity teams in titles such as Valorant, League of Legends, Overwatch 2, Rocket League and Super Smash Bros. Ultimate. Student careers are supported with roles in arena operations, broadcasting, social media, and content production—creating real-world experience alongside competition.

Gaming at a glance:
📍 2500 N. River Road Manchester, NH 03106
🕒 Typical open-arena hours: Weekdays ~11 AM–5 PM; varsity match nights ~8-9 PM (Times may vary)
💻 18 Alienware PCs (RTX 3080, 240 Hz monitors), spectator area, streaming booths, and a “Console Cave” lounge
🏆 Varsity teams compete in League of Legends, Rocket League, Overwatch, Valorant, Smash; open LAN-style club events and campus “Monthlies”
💲 Varsity programs offer scholarships; student drop‑in gaming is free when available
🎯 Great for SNHU students involved in varsity esports, club LAN nights, streaming ops, and broadcasting hands‑on experience

📞 +1 (603) 645‑9600
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