Alma
Alma College
Alma is a small private college in Alma, MI, with about 1,208 undergraduates. The school competes in the MIAA at the NCAA Division III level, fielding both men's and women's lacrosse programs. Acceptance is broad at 66%. The school's six-year graduation rate is 64%.
Lacrosse Programs at Alma
In women's lacrosse, Alma is a NCAA Division III program and a member of the MIAA. The team went 1-10 in the 2026 season. Recruit Plan currently ranks the program #482 nationally (Tier 12).
Alma plays men's lacrosse in the MIAA, competing at the NCAA Division III level. The team went 3-11 in the 2026 season. Recruit Plan currently ranks the program #392 nationally (Tier 12).
Where Alma Lacrosse Recruits Come From
Our data covers 25 women's lacrosse commitments to Alma from 8 states across the classes of 2020–2026. Michigan — the program's home state — supplies the largest share, 17 of 25 commits. 68% of commits stay in-state, so Michigan players have a real edge in visibility. Nationally, New York produces the most tracked women's lacrosse commits (3,554), which makes Alma's Michigan-led pipeline a distinctive footprint. Club pipelines matter here: Big Foot, Fusz/STL Brave, GA Peaches appear most often among tracked commits.
- Michigan17
- Indiana2
- Delaware1
- Georgia1
- Illinois1
- Big Foot1
- Fusz/STL Brave1
- GA Peaches1
- MD Lax1
- MI Lax Academy1
- Lowell2
- Saline2
- Brunswick1
Based on commitments tracked through the class of 2026. How this data is built
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Who Gets Recruited to Play at Alma
Of 24 tracked Alma women's lacrosse commits with a Recruit Plan tier, the median recruit is Tier 12.
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
Alma women's lacrosse has slipped among Division III programs in our rating history, from #161 in 2023 to #228 in 2026.
Alma men's lacrosse has slipped among Division III programs in our rating history, from #184 in 2023 to #206 in 2026.
Academic & School Profile
Alma lists tuition at about $47,430 a year, before aid and scholarships. The six-year graduation rate is 64%. Undergraduate enrollment is about 1,208. Recruits should treat these as starting numbers: net cost after aid varies widely, so ask about it early in the process.
Alma Lacrosse FAQ
Does Alma have a women's lacrosse program?
Yes — Alma fields a women's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division III level in the MIAA.
Does Alma have a men's lacrosse program?
Yes — Alma fields a men's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division III level in the MIAA.
What states do Alma lacrosse players come from?
Tracked women's lacrosse commits to Alma came from 8 states, led by MI (17), IN (2), DE (1). About 68% are in-state recruits.
How many lacrosse players does Alma recruit each year?
Across the 2022–2026 classes, our data tracks an average of about 4 women's lacrosse commits per class at Alma. Actual roster needs vary year to year by position and graduation.
What GPA do you need to play lacrosse at Alma?
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 Alma?
Among tracked women's lacrosse commits, the most frequent feeder clubs are Big Foot, Fusz/STL Brave, GA Peaches. 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