Bentley
Bentley University
Bentley is an NCAA Division II program in the Northeast-10 Conference, based in Waltham, MA, with both men's and women's lacrosse programs. Acceptance is selective at 48%, with an average SAT of 1340. Total undergraduate enrollment is about 4,288. The school's six-year graduation rate is 88%.
Lacrosse Programs at Bentley
The Bentley women's lacrosse program competes at the NCAA Division II level in the Northeast-10 Conference. The team went 8-9 in the 2026 season. Recruit Plan currently ranks the program #172 nationally (Tier 8).
The Bentley men's lacrosse program competes at the NCAA Division II level in the Northeast-10 Conference. The team went 6-8 in the 2026 season. Recruit Plan currently ranks the program #146 nationally (Tier 8).
Where Bentley Lacrosse Recruits Come From
Across the classes of 2020–2027, our commitment data tracks 44 women's lacrosse recruits landing at Bentley from 10 states. Massachusetts — the program's home state — supplies the largest share, 18 of 44 commits. Nationally, New York produces the most tracked women's lacrosse commits (3,554), which makes Bentley's Massachusetts-led pipeline a distinctive footprint. Club pipelines matter here: Gold Star, Laxachusetts, Bay State Bullets appear most often among tracked commits.
- Massachusetts18
- New York11
- New Hampshire5
- Connecticut2
- Maine2
- Gold Star5
- Laxachusetts4
- Bay State Bullets3
- NH Tomahawks3
- 3D2
- Hopkinton4
- Reading Memorial3
- Bedford2
Across the classes of 2020–2026, our commitment data tracks 84 men's lacrosse recruits landing at Bentley from 17 states. Massachusetts — the program's home state — supplies the largest share, 37 of 84 commits. Nationally, New York produces the most tracked men's lacrosse commits (4,074), which makes Bentley's Massachusetts-led pipeline a distinctive footprint. Club pipelines matter here: NH TOMAHAWKS, FIGHTING CLAMS, HGR appear most often among tracked commits.
- Massachusetts37
- New Hampshire14
- Connecticut4
- Florida4
- New Jersey4
- NH TOMAHAWKS14
- FIGHTING CLAMS7
- HGR6
- LAXACHUSETTS6
- 3D NEW ENGLAND4
Based on commitments tracked through the class of 2027. How this data is built
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Who Gets Recruited to Play at Bentley
Of 44 tracked Bentley women's lacrosse commits with a Recruit Plan tier, the median recruit is Tier 8.
Of 84 tracked Bentley men's lacrosse commits with a Recruit Plan tier, the median recruit is Tier 6.
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
Bentley women's lacrosse has slipped among Division II programs in our rating history, from #14 in 2023 to #29 in 2026.
Bentley men's lacrosse has slipped among Division II programs in our rating history, from #14 in 2023 to #30 in 2026.
Academic & School Profile
Bentley lists tuition at about $58,150 a year, before aid and scholarships. The six-year graduation rate is 88%. Undergraduate enrollment is about 4,288. For recruits, sticker price rarely equals net price — bring cost and aid questions into coach conversations early.
Bentley Lacrosse FAQ
Does Bentley have a women's lacrosse program?
Yes — Bentley fields a women's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division II level in the Northeast-10 Conference.
Does Bentley have a men's lacrosse program?
Yes — Bentley fields a men's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division II level in the Northeast-10 Conference.
What states do Bentley lacrosse players come from?
Tracked men's lacrosse commits to Bentley came from 17 states, led by MA (37), NH (14), CT (4). About 44% are in-state recruits.
How many lacrosse players does Bentley recruit each year?
Across the 2023–2026 classes, our data tracks an average of about 11 men's lacrosse commits per class at Bentley. Actual roster needs vary year to year by position and graduation.
What GPA do you need to play lacrosse at Bentley?
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 Bentley?
Among tracked men's lacrosse commits, the most frequent feeder clubs are NH TOMAHAWKS, FIGHTING CLAMS, HGR. 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