Aquinas
Aquinas College
With about 1,201 undergraduates, Aquinas is a small private college in Grand Rapids, MI. The school competes at the NAIA level, fielding both men's and women's lacrosse programs. Acceptance is broad at 71%, with an average SAT of 1087. The school's six-year graduation rate is 63%.
Lacrosse Programs at Aquinas
The Aquinas women's lacrosse program competes at the NAIA level. The team went 1-3 in the 2026 season. In Recruit Plan's national rankings the program sits at #499, Tier 12.
The Aquinas men's lacrosse program competes at the NAIA level. In Recruit Plan's national rankings the program sits at #273, Tier 10.
Where Aquinas Lacrosse Recruits Come From
Across the classes of 2020–2025, our commitment data tracks 23 women's lacrosse recruits landing at Aquinas from 4 states. The pipeline is strongly local: Michigan leads with 20 commits (87% of the total). In-state recruits make up 87% of the pipeline — a regional program by the numbers. Nationally, New York produces the most tracked women's lacrosse commits (3,554), which makes Aquinas's Michigan-led pipeline a distinctive footprint. Frequent feeder clubs include Pure Advantage, MI Elite, Triumph.
- Michigan20
- Colorado1
- Florida1
- North Carolina1
- Pure Advantage6
- MI Elite2
- Triumph2
- Westside2
- AFA1
- Caledonia3
- Portage Northern3
- Canton2
Aquinas men's lacrosse added 31 tracked commits from 6 states over the classes of 2020–2026. The pipeline is strongly local: Michigan leads with 21 commits (68% of the total). In-state recruits make up 68% of the pipeline — a regional program by the numbers. Nationally, New York produces the most tracked men's lacrosse commits (4,074), which makes Aquinas's Michigan-led pipeline a distinctive footprint. Frequent feeder clubs include PLG, TRUE INDIANA, TRUE MICHIGAN.
- Michigan21
- Illinois3
- Indiana3
- Minnesota2
- New York1
- PLG6
- TRUE INDIANA3
- TRUE MICHIGAN3
- 3132
- OMNIA2
Based on commitments tracked through the class of 2026. How this data is built
Related: where college lacrosse players come from, state by state
Who Gets Recruited to Play at Aquinas
The typical women's lacrosse recruit landing at Aquinas is a Tier 12 player (median of 23 tracked commits).
The typical men's lacrosse recruit landing at Aquinas is a Tier 12 player (median of 31 tracked commits).
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
The rating trend points down among NAIA programs: #8 (2023) to #23 (2026).
A program on the rise among NAIA programs — climbing from #8 (2023) to #3 (2026).
Academic & School Profile
Published tuition is about $38,520 per year before financial aid. 63% of students graduate within six years. About 1,201 undergraduates attend. Use these figures as a baseline — actual cost depends on aid, and the earlier that conversation happens, the better.
Aquinas Lacrosse FAQ
Does Aquinas have a women's lacrosse program?
Yes — Aquinas fields a women's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NAIA level.
Does Aquinas have a men's lacrosse program?
Yes — Aquinas fields a men's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NAIA level.
What states do Aquinas lacrosse players come from?
Tracked men's lacrosse commits to Aquinas came from 6 states, led by MI (21), IL (3), IN (3). About 68% are in-state recruits.
How many lacrosse players does Aquinas recruit each year?
Across the 2023–2026 classes, our data tracks an average of about 5 men's lacrosse commits per class at Aquinas. Actual roster needs vary year to year by position and graduation.
What GPA do you need to play lacrosse at Aquinas?
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 Aquinas?
Among tracked men's lacrosse commits, the most frequent feeder clubs are PLG, TRUE INDIANA, TRUE MICHIGAN. 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