Arcadia
Arcadia University
Arcadia is a small private college in Glenside, PA, with about 1,799 undergraduates. The school competes in the MAC Freedom at the NCAA Division III level, fielding both men's and women's lacrosse programs. Acceptance is broad at 79%, with an average SAT of 1210. The school's six-year graduation rate is 64%.
Lacrosse Programs at Arcadia
The Arcadia women's lacrosse program competes at the NCAA Division III level in the MAC Freedom. The team went 13-4 in the 2026 season. Recruit Plan currently ranks the program #344 nationally (Tier 11).
In men's lacrosse, Arcadia is a NCAA Division III program and a member of the MAC Freedom. The team went 12-7 in the 2026 season. Recruit Plan currently ranks the program #196 nationally (Tier 9).
Where Arcadia Lacrosse Recruits Come From
Across the classes of 2020–2027, our commitment data tracks 26 women's lacrosse recruits landing at Arcadia from 8 states. Pennsylvania — the program's home state — supplies the largest share, 12 of 26 commits. Nationally, New York produces the most tracked women's lacrosse commits (3,554), which makes Arcadia's Pennsylvania-led pipeline a distinctive footprint. Club pipelines matter here: Phantastix, Belles, Centercourt appear most often among tracked commits.
- Pennsylvania12
- New Jersey7
- New York2
- Connecticut1
- Delaware1
- Phantastix3
- Belles2
- Centercourt2
- Metro2
- AA Aim1
- Suffern2
- Bensalem1
- Bishop Eustace Prep1
Our data covers 94 men's lacrosse commitments to Arcadia from 11 states across the classes of 2020–2026. Pennsylvania — the program's home state — supplies the largest share, 38 of 94 commits. Nationally, New York produces the most tracked men's lacrosse commits (4,074), which makes Arcadia's Pennsylvania-led pipeline a distinctive footprint. Club pipelines matter here: BLAK WIDOW, FUSION, TEAM TURNPIKE appear most often among tracked commits.
- Pennsylvania38
- New Jersey27
- New York14
- Maryland7
- Massachusetts2
- BLAK WIDOW6
- FUSION6
- TEAM TURNPIKE4
- TRUE PENNSYLVANIA4
- BLACK BEAR3
Based on commitments tracked through the class of 2027. How this data is built
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Who Gets Recruited to Play at Arcadia
Of 26 tracked Arcadia women's lacrosse commits with a Recruit Plan tier, the median recruit is Tier 11.
Of 94 tracked Arcadia men's lacrosse commits with a Recruit Plan tier, the median recruit is Tier 9.
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
Arcadia women's lacrosse is trending up among Division III programs: from #143 in 2023 to #102 in 2026 in our rating history.
Arcadia men's lacrosse has held steady in our rating history among Division III programs: #82 in 2023, #80 in 2026.
Academic & School Profile
Arcadia lists tuition at about $48,290 a year, before aid and scholarships. The six-year graduation rate is 64%. Undergraduate enrollment is about 1,799. Use these figures as a baseline — actual cost depends on aid, and the earlier that conversation happens, the better.
Arcadia Lacrosse FAQ
Does Arcadia have a women's lacrosse program?
Yes — Arcadia fields a women's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division III level in the MAC Freedom.
Does Arcadia have a men's lacrosse program?
Yes — Arcadia fields a men's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division III level in the MAC Freedom.
What states do Arcadia lacrosse players come from?
Tracked men's lacrosse commits to Arcadia came from 11 states, led by PA (38), NJ (27), NY (14). About 40% are in-state recruits.
How many lacrosse players does Arcadia recruit each year?
Across the 2023–2026 classes, our data tracks an average of about 13 men's lacrosse commits per class at Arcadia. Actual roster needs vary year to year by position and graduation.
What GPA do you need to play lacrosse at Arcadia?
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 Arcadia?
Among tracked men's lacrosse commits, the most frequent feeder clubs are BLAK WIDOW, FUSION, TEAM TURNPIKE. 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