Brown
Brown University
With a 5% acceptance rate and an average SAT of 1546, Brown sits among the more selective private universities fielding lacrosse. The school competes in the Ivy League at the NCAA Division I level, fielding both men's and women's lacrosse programs. Total undergraduate enrollment is about 7,273. The school's six-year graduation rate is 96%.
Lacrosse Programs at Brown
In women's lacrosse, Brown is a NCAA Division I program and a member of the Ivy League. The team went 8-7 in the 2026 season. In Recruit Plan's national rankings the program sits at #28, Tier 3.
Brown plays men's lacrosse in the Ivy League, competing at the NCAA Division I level. The team went 6-7 in the 2026 season. In Recruit Plan's national rankings the program sits at #33, Tier 3.
Where Brown Lacrosse Recruits Come From
Our data covers 74 women's lacrosse commitments to Brown from 19 states across the classes of 2020–2027. New York leads the pipeline with 14 commits. Just 1% of commits are in-state, so out-of-state recruits are the norm here. Frequent feeder clubs include MA Elite, Soundcrosse, Alliance.
- New York14
- Massachusetts10
- Connecticut9
- New Jersey7
- California6
- MA Elite7
- Soundcrosse4
- Alliance3
- STEPS-NJ3
- Big 4 HHH2
- McDonogh School3
- Coronado2
- Hockaday2
Our data covers 129 men's lacrosse commitments to Brown from 25 states across the classes of 2020–2027. New York leads the pipeline with 20 commits. Just 2% of commits are in-state, so out-of-state recruits are the norm here. Frequent feeder clubs include LAXACHUSETTS, SWEETLAX, WC STARZ.
- New York20
- California14
- Massachusetts14
- Connecticut13
- Pennsylvania11
- LAXACHUSETTS9
- SWEETLAX7
- WC STARZ7
- LEADING EDGE5
- PRIMETIME5
Based on commitments tracked through the class of 2027. How this data is built
Related: where college lacrosse players come from, state by state
Who Gets Recruited to Play at Brown
The typical women's lacrosse recruit landing at Brown is a Tier 3 player (median of 74 tracked commits), and 100% were Top-4-tier recruits.
The typical men's lacrosse recruit landing at Brown is a Tier 3 player (median of 129 tracked commits), and 100% were Top-4-tier recruits.
Academically, programs in this selectivity band typically look for a ~3.7+ unweighted GPA.
Related: what SAT and GPA college lacrosse players actually need
Program Trajectory
A program on the rise among Division I programs — climbing from #47 (2023) to #29 (2026).
The program's rating rank among Division I programs has been stable — #30 (2023) to #31 (2026).
Academic & School Profile
Published tuition is about $68,230 per year before financial aid. 96% of students graduate within six years. About 7,273 undergraduates attend. Use these figures as a baseline — actual cost depends on aid, and the earlier that conversation happens, the better.
Brown Lacrosse FAQ
Does Brown have a women's lacrosse program?
Yes — Brown fields a women's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division I level in the Ivy League.
Does Brown have a men's lacrosse program?
Yes — Brown fields a men's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division I level in the Ivy League.
What states do Brown lacrosse players come from?
Tracked men's lacrosse commits to Brown came from 25 states, led by NY (20), CA (14), MA (14). About 2% are in-state recruits.
How many lacrosse players does Brown recruit each year?
Across the 2024–2027 classes, our data tracks an average of about 17 men's lacrosse commits per class at Brown. Actual roster needs vary year to year by position and graduation.
What GPA do you need to play lacrosse at Brown?
There is no fixed cutoff, but selectivity sets the bar. Academically, programs in this selectivity band typically look for a ~3.7+ unweighted GPA. Coaches can sometimes support strong athletes below that band — grades widen or narrow your options.
Which club teams send players to Brown?
Among tracked men's lacrosse commits, the most frequent feeder clubs are LAXACHUSETTS, SWEETLAX, WC STARZ. 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