Akron
University of Akron Main Campus
Akron is an NCAA Division I program in the Mid-American Conference, based in Akron, OH. Akron fields a women's lacrosse program but does not offer men's lacrosse — recruits should plan accordingly. Acceptance is broad at 71%, with an average SAT of 1088. Total undergraduate enrollment is about 10,011. The school's six-year graduation rate is 48%.
Where Akron Lacrosse Recruits Come From
Across the classes of 2020–2027, our commitment data tracks 70 women's lacrosse recruits landing at Akron from 18 states. The largest share arrives from New York (15 commits). This is a nationally recruited roster — only 19% of commits come from Ohio itself. Club pipelines matter here: Major Force, Dynasty, LI Jesters appear most often among tracked commits.
- New York15
- Ohio13
- Pennsylvania9
- Maryland8
- Minnesota5
- Major Force5
- Dynasty3
- LI Jesters3
- ADK2
- Common Goal2
- Jackson Massillon2
- Long Beach2
- Penfield2
Based on commitments tracked through the class of 2027. How this data is built
Related: where college lacrosse players come from, state by state
Who Gets Recruited to Play at Akron
Of 70 tracked Akron women's lacrosse commits with a Recruit Plan tier, the median recruit is Tier 7.
Academically, programs in this selectivity band typically look for a ~3.0+ unweighted GPA.
Related: what SAT and GPA college lacrosse players actually need
Program Trajectory
Akron women's lacrosse is trending up among Division I programs: from #122 in 2023 to #88 in 2026 in our rating history.
Academic & School Profile
Published tuition runs about $12,799 in state and $17,239 for out-of-state students. The six-year graduation rate is 48%. Undergraduate enrollment is about 10,011. Recruits should treat these as starting numbers: net cost after aid varies widely, so ask about it early in the process.
Akron Lacrosse FAQ
Does Akron have a women's lacrosse program?
Yes — Akron fields a women's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division I level in the Mid-American Conference.
Does Akron have a men's lacrosse program?
No. Akron does not currently field a men's lacrosse program in our database — only women's lacrosse.
What states do Akron lacrosse players come from?
Tracked women's lacrosse commits to Akron came from 18 states, led by NY (15), OH (13), PA (9). About 19% are in-state recruits.
How many lacrosse players does Akron recruit each year?
Across the 2024–2027 classes, our data tracks an average of about 9 women's lacrosse commits per class at Akron. Actual roster needs vary year to year by position and graduation.
What GPA do you need to play lacrosse at Akron?
There is no fixed cutoff, but selectivity sets the bar. Academically, programs in this selectivity band typically look for a ~3.0+ unweighted GPA. Coaches can sometimes support strong athletes below that band — grades widen or narrow your options.
Which club teams send players to Akron?
Among tracked women's lacrosse commits, the most frequent feeder clubs are Major Force, Dynasty, LI Jesters. A club pipeline is a signal, not a requirement — coaches recruit from showcases and camps too.
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Data updated 2026-08-27 · methodology