Kai Cenat Launches Streamers University – Immediately Receives 1 Million Applications

Twitch streamer Kai Cenat has launched Streamer University, a weekend event aimed at aspiring content creators. 

The streaming sensation first teased the idea during a Twitch stream on February 13, revealing plans to rent out a university campus for the experience.

Earlier this week, the 23-year-old unveiled the project with a Harry Potter–themed Instagram video captioned “Enroll Now.” 

Kai Cenat’s University For Streamers

According to The Independent, the enrollment website was overwhelmed with over one million applications within minutes, causing error messages for some users. However, as of today, the website does not appear to be experiencing any technical difficulties.

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“I’m excited to extend to you a most heartfelt welcome to the very first class of Streamer University,” the streamer said in his Instagram video. “Here, you will find a school where chaos is encouraged and content is king.”

Successful applicants enrolled in the university will spend a weekend on a college campus where content creators can partner on projects. “I’m going to put out enrolls and applications of people to enroll into the university, no matter if you’re big, no matter if you’re a small streamer, you can stream the entire weekend,” Cenat said.

No official details have been announced regarding which university will host the weekend, but Cenat, affectionately called “the mafia, shared on X that Streamer University will be an “all-inclusive paid trip.”

Kai Cenat a Digital Star

Born and raised in New York City, Kai Cenat grew up in the Bronx to a Haitian father and a Trinidadian mother. As a child, he dreamed of becoming a comedian. This early passion for entertainment led him to create short-form content on Facebook and Instagram during middle and high school, gradually building a loyal following.

At just 17, he launched his YouTube channel in 2018, focusing on prank and challenge videos. His relatable humor and dynamic personality struck a chord with viewers, accelerating his rise. A turning point came in 2020 when he joined Any Means Possible (AMP), a collaborative YouTube group that broadened his creative reach and audience.

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In November 2024, Cenat set a new record on Twitch, hitting almost 727,700 subscribers during his month-long “Mafiathon 2.” The marathon livestream also generated over $3 million in revenue, making it one of the platform’s most successful streaming events ever.

Cenat streamed nonstop for 30 days, with each new subscription extending the duration of the broadcast.  The event shattered Twitch’s previous subscriber record of 326,250, held by virtual streamer Ironmouse, and drew 50 million unique viewers throughout the month.