Barton
Barton College
With about 1,020 undergraduates, Barton is a small private college in Wilson, NC. The school competes in the Conference Carolinas at the NCAA Division II level, fielding both men's and women's lacrosse programs. Acceptance is broad at 96%. The school's six-year graduation rate is 52%.
Lacrosse Programs at Barton
In women's lacrosse, Barton is a NCAA Division II program and a member of the Conference Carolinas. The team went 6-9 in the 2026 season. In Recruit Plan's national rankings the program sits at #320, Tier 11.
Barton plays men's lacrosse in the Conference Carolinas, competing at the NCAA Division II level. The team went 10-7 in the 2026 season. In Recruit Plan's national rankings the program sits at #208, Tier 9.
Where Barton Lacrosse Recruits Come From
Our data covers 45 women's lacrosse commitments to Barton from 15 states across the classes of 2020–2027. North Carolina leads the pipeline with 10 commits. Just 22% of commits are in-state, so out-of-state recruits are the norm here. Nationally, New York produces the most tracked women's lacrosse commits (3,554), which makes Barton's North Carolina-led pipeline a distinctive footprint. Frequent feeder clubs include Bogue, HGR, Uproar.
- North Carolina10
- Maryland7
- Florida6
- New York5
- Massachusetts3
- Bogue2
- HGR2
- Uproar2
- Wild Tide2
- ADK/Albany Power1
- Jacksonville2
- Apex1
- Austin Prep1
Our data covers 74 men's lacrosse commitments to Barton from 16 states across the classes of 2020–2026. The pipeline is strongly local: North Carolina leads with 43 commits (58% of the total). In-state recruits make up 58% of the pipeline — a regional program by the numbers. Nationally, New York produces the most tracked men's lacrosse commits (4,074), which makes Barton's North Carolina-led pipeline a distinctive footprint. Frequent feeder clubs include TEAM 91, TEAM 91 CAROLINA, CAPE FEAR SHAMROCKS.
- North Carolina43
- Virginia6
- Texas4
- Massachusetts3
- Maryland3
- TEAM 9111
- TEAM 91 CAROLINA9
- CAPE FEAR SHAMROCKS8
- HILLTOPPERS4
- ALBANY POWER2
Based on commitments tracked through the class of 2027. How this data is built
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Who Gets Recruited to Play at Barton
The typical women's lacrosse recruit landing at Barton is a Tier 11 player (median of 44 tracked commits).
The typical men's lacrosse recruit landing at Barton is a Tier 6 player (median of 74 tracked commits).
Academically, programs in this selectivity band typically look for a ~2.5+ unweighted GPA.
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Program Trajectory
The program's rating rank among Division II programs has been stable — #81 (2023) to #79 (2026).
The program's rating rank among Division II programs has been stable — #37 (2023) to #39 (2026).
Academic & School Profile
Published tuition is about $35,600 per year before financial aid. 52% of students graduate within six years. About 1,020 undergraduates attend. Recruits should treat these as starting numbers: net cost after aid varies widely, so ask about it early in the process.
Barton Lacrosse FAQ
Does Barton have a women's lacrosse program?
Yes — Barton fields a women's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division II level in the Conference Carolinas.
Does Barton have a men's lacrosse program?
Yes — Barton fields a men's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division II level in the Conference Carolinas.
What states do Barton lacrosse players come from?
Tracked men's lacrosse commits to Barton came from 16 states, led by NC (43), VA (6), TX (4). About 58% are in-state recruits.
How many lacrosse players does Barton recruit each year?
Across the 2023–2026 classes, our data tracks an average of about 9 men's lacrosse commits per class at Barton. Actual roster needs vary year to year by position and graduation.
What GPA do you need to play lacrosse at Barton?
There is no fixed cutoff, but selectivity sets the bar. Academically, programs in this selectivity band typically look for a ~2.5+ unweighted GPA. Coaches can sometimes support strong athletes below that band — grades widen or narrow your options.
Which club teams send players to Barton?
Among tracked men's lacrosse commits, the most frequent feeder clubs are TEAM 91, TEAM 91 CAROLINA, CAPE FEAR SHAMROCKS. 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