Alien Go everything on college esports with the inaugural Alienware Collegiate Clash (AWCC25), with apex legends. The championship match starts today (April 12) at Midi Pacific at Purdue University, which houses an Alienware Purdue play fair at the cutting edge of technology.
Although Apex collegial tournaments were previously organized, this marks one of the first events in person, featuring professional production, in direct collaboration with Apex Legends.
Alienware said that it is not only a tournament – it’s a tent moment for the college program in Alienware, bringing together all universities with an Alienware game fair, as well as joker invitations for schools with an existing relationship with Alienware. More schools, more competition, more action with high issues.
With EA Sports on board, AWCC25 should redefine the collegial esports landscape.
The AWCC25 UNIT 20 best teams from North America in an elite competition powered by Alienware and E-Sport eSport. Designed to meet professional production standards, the tournament was launched with preliminary matches on March 10, narrowing the field to the best 10 teams heading to the final.
Competitors will fight in a winner will take all the competitors, through six intense Apex Legends games, all in the running for a trophy and custom -designed medals by Volpin Accessories and an Alienware game kit – The registration of winners dominates their campus scene.
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Alienware has teamed up with six eSports at the top of schools in North America to establish Alienware play fairs. More than high -performance play areas, these salons serve as community centers, creativity and career growth in the collegial esports ecosystem. Thanks to these partnerships, Alienware is investing in the growth of the game and sport industry, which involves developing talents and launching students in careers related to the game.
Each partner school has received two guaranteed list slots at AWCC25:
- University of Texas Austin
- Michigan State University (MSU)
- University of Colorado Boulder
- Purdue University
- Florida International University (FIU)
- St. Clair College
These institutions have completed 12 of the 20 spots, reflecting the deep collaboration between Alienware and its educational partners. The eight remaining invitations went to schools with existing links with Alienware, whether through material partnerships or Esports Salon initiatives. This approach balances experience and potential, strengthening the college Esports network.
Thanks to this collaboration, schools have access to advanced technology, industry expertise and community strengthening initiatives that extend beyond the game itself.
Meet the finalists

The 10 best teams of March playoffs won their shot in the final. By establishing Alienware gaming fairs, the company creates spaces so that students connect, compete and develop both academic and socially.
Beyond competition, Alienware said that he is devoting himself to helping students progress on all facets of the game, design and development industry, including technological infrastructure and esports management. The objective is clear: to stimulate innovation and promote growth in a rapidly evolving industry.
And this is only the beginning. Alienware extends its partnerships to even more schools in 2025.
Do you want to compete in AWCC26?
Do you think your team has what it takes? Keep an eye on Alienware’s social channels for updates to the 2026 tournament. When the time comes, make your cause to explain why your school deserves a list place.