What is the scholarship that awards students for playing games? Roehampton’s esports scheme puts gaming on the university balance sheet

What if there could be a scholarship for playing games? Ta-da! Wish granted. The University of Roehampton in the UK is offering esports scholarships to students who can demonstrate excellence in competitive gaming while keeping their academic performance on track.The unusual scholarship comes at a time when the cost of going to university is weighing heavily on students and families. As tuition, accommodation, and everyday expenses continue to put pressure on household budgets, financial assistance can make the difference between studying comfortably and taking on additional work to stay afloat.According to a BBC report, millions of pounds in scholarships and bursary support go unclaimed every year because students often do not know what financial assistance they are eligible for.