Averett
Averett University
Averett is a small private college in Danville, VA, with about 1,162 undergraduates. The school competes in the Old Dominion Athletic Conference at the NCAA Division III level, fielding both men's and women's lacrosse programs. Acceptance is selective at 48%, with an average SAT of 1054. The school's six-year graduation rate is 44%.
Lacrosse Programs at Averett
In women's lacrosse, Averett is a NCAA Division III program and a member of the Old Dominion Athletic Conference. The team went 5-6 in the 2025 season. Recruit Plan currently ranks the program #421 nationally (Tier 12).
The Averett men's lacrosse program competes at the NCAA Division III level in the Old Dominion Athletic Conference. The team went 1-15 in the 2026 season. Recruit Plan currently ranks the program #401 nationally (Tier 12).
Where Averett Lacrosse Recruits Come From
Across the classes of 2021–2026, our commitment data tracks 12 men's lacrosse recruits landing at Averett from 6 states. The largest share arrives from North Carolina (5 commits). This is a nationally recruited roster — only 17% of commits come from Virginia itself. Nationally, New York produces the most tracked men's lacrosse commits (4,074), which makes Averett's North Carolina-led pipeline a distinctive footprint. Club pipelines matter here: HILLTOPPERS, TRUE VIRGINIA, RED DEVIL appear most often among tracked commits.
- North Carolina5
- Georgia2
- Virginia2
- Colorado1
- New York1
- HILLTOPPERS2
- TRUE VIRGINIA2
- RED DEVIL1
- RED DEVILS1
- REIGN1
Based on commitments tracked through the class of 2026. How this data is built
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Who Gets Recruited to Play at Averett
Of 12 tracked Averett men's lacrosse commits with a Recruit Plan tier, the median recruit is Tier 11.
Academically, programs in this selectivity band typically look for a ~3.4+ unweighted GPA.
Related: what SAT and GPA college lacrosse players actually need
Program Trajectory
Averett women's lacrosse has slipped among Division III programs in our rating history, from #140 in 2023 to #188 in 2025.
Averett men's lacrosse has held steady in our rating history among Division III programs: #209 in 2023, #207 in 2026.
Academic & School Profile
Averett lists tuition at about $38,550 a year, before aid and scholarships. The six-year graduation rate is 44%. Undergraduate enrollment is about 1,162. Use these figures as a baseline — actual cost depends on aid, and the earlier that conversation happens, the better.
Averett Lacrosse FAQ
Does Averett have a women's lacrosse program?
Yes — Averett fields a women's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division III level in the Old Dominion Athletic Conference.
Does Averett have a men's lacrosse program?
Yes — Averett fields a men's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division III level in the Old Dominion Athletic Conference.
What states do Averett lacrosse players come from?
Tracked men's lacrosse commits to Averett came from 6 states, led by NC (5), GA (2), VA (2). About 17% are in-state recruits.
How many lacrosse players does Averett recruit each year?
Across the 2021–2026 classes, our data tracks an average of about 3 men's lacrosse commits per class at Averett. Actual roster needs vary year to year by position and graduation.
What GPA do you need to play lacrosse at Averett?
There is no fixed cutoff, but selectivity sets the bar. Academically, programs in this selectivity band typically look for a ~3.4+ unweighted GPA. Coaches can sometimes support strong athletes below that band — grades widen or narrow your options.
Which club teams send players to Averett?
Among tracked men's lacrosse commits, the most frequent feeder clubs are HILLTOPPERS, TRUE VIRGINIA, RED DEVIL. 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