USA
Collegiate
Championships

February 20 – 21, 2027 | Anaheim Convention Center, Anaheim CA

About USA Collegiate Championships

Started in 1997, USA Collegiate Championships brings together community colleges and 4-year institutions from throughout the United States and abroad to compete in a fun-filled weekend of cheer, dance and mascoting. The event is held in Anaheim, CA in collaboration with Spirit Nationals, so that high school teams may experience what the college teams bring to the competition floor. Nearly 1,000 collegiate athletes compete in nearly 15 divisions.

Collegiate Championship Information

GENERAL INFORMATION/EVENT PAPERWORK

GENERAL INFORMATION

Coaches, CLICK HERE to register your team for the event.

COLLEGIATE CHAMPIONSHIPS AT A GLANCE

Date Divisions Estimated Timeframe Competition Format
Sat, Feb 20 College Cheer, Crowdleader™, Mascot, Partner Stunt & Group Stunt 1:00 PM-6:00 PM Prelims
Sat, Feb 20 College Game Day Cheer (excluding Crowdleader™ Teams) 7:00 PM-11:00 PM One Performance
Sat, Feb 20 All College Dance Divisions 6:00 PM-11:00 PM Prelims
Sat, Feb 20 College Game Day Dance 8:00 PM-11:00 PM One Performance
Sun, Feb 21 All College Dance Divisions 11:00 AM-3:00 PM Finals
Sun, Feb 21 College Cheer, Crowdleader™, Mascot, Partner Stunt & Group Stunt 2:00 PM-5:00 PM Finals

Planning Note: Times listed above are estimated competition windows to assist with travel and event planning. Specific division and team performance times will be provided with the event schedule and are subject to change based on final enrollment, facility requirements and event operations.

*One Performance: The division competes one time only; there are no preliminary or finals rounds.

KEY DEADLINES

Deadline What is Due
Dec 1, 2026 All Collegiate Championships registrations entered online
Dec 15, 2026 $40 per-person registration deposit or payment in full to secure performance order
Jan 18, 2027 Division and roster changes; after this date, no refunds for participant/team cancellations and full fees remain due (deadline subject to change)
Feb 5, 2027 Final balance due

 

  • Disney ticket information will be sent separately to registered schools when finalized.

COLLEGIATE CHAMPIONSHIPS PERFORMANCE AREAS

Division Performance Area
Show Cheer 42 ft front-to-back x 54 ft side-to-side carpet bonded foam mat (non-spring)
Group/Partner Stunt At least 28 ft front-to-back x 42 ft side-to-side carpet bonded foam mat (4 strips)
Dance Marley, parquet, stage, basketball/gym court or similar dance floor

All stunts and tumbling in Show Cheer must be completed on the mat surface. Warm-up surfaces may differ. Group/Partner Stunt warm-up floor size will be communicated approximately 14 days before the event.

AWARDS & SCORES

Finals Advancement

Competition Format Teams Advancing to Finals
Team Divisions, Group Stunt & Partner Stunt 50% of each division
Stand-Alone Game Day Divisions One Performance – No Finals

The number of teams advancing to finals may change based on final competition enrollment. All qualifying divisions compete in prelims on Saturday, with finalists advancing to Sunday competition.

  • For divisions with prelims and finals, finalist announcements may take place during scheduled awards sessions throughout the day or at the end of the day. Teams should plan to attend their designated awards/finalist announcement session.
  • For stand-alone Game Day divisions, awards will be presented at the conclusion of the competition section.
  • Trophies are presented to 50% of teams competing in each division. Teams placing 1st, 2nd and 3rd receive individual participant medallions.
  • First-place teams receive a Nationals Champion banner and backpack.
  • USA may combine, split, delete or add divisions and may adjust advancement percentages, performance days, venues or times based on enrollment and facility requirements.

All Around Award – New for 2027

The Collegiate Championships All Around Award recognizes versatile programs by honoring the top three highest-scoring eligible teams in College Cheer and College Dance.

Category Eligibility
College Cheer Must compete in both Crowdleader™ Teams and Show Cheer
College Dance Must compete in Game Day All-in-One plus two additional divisions

EVENT SCHEDULES

Visit the EVENT HUB for more information.

WATCH LIVE

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EVENT HOUSING

Beginning in 2027, USA Collegiate Championships will be designated as Housing Required. This means that all athletes and coaches are required to book with Team Travel Source. This change helps ensure the best rates, convenient locations, and a smoother experience for all attendees.

What to Expect:

  • Athletes competing in a College Show Cheer, Crowdleader, Partner Stunt, Group Stunt, or Dance division that are over 75 miles from the performance venue are required to book with TTS.
  • Guaranteed access to top hotels at the lowest available rates.
  • Exemptions available for military/government discounts or rewards points.
  • Dedicated specialists to help with team blocks.
  • A full Customer Experience team to support you throughout the booking process.

While we know this is a change, we’re committed to making your travel easier, affordable, and more consistent. More details coming prior to registration opening.

RULES & SCORING

Please visit our Divisions, Rules & Scoring page to view competition information!

COLLEGIATE EXPO

The USA Collegiate Expo has been a great opportunity for colleges to recruit athletes for their Spirit and Dance programs at our USA Spirit Nationals. Every year, the number of colleges involved and students recruited grow, making each event a success.

The USA Collegiate Expo will return in 2027.