Bucknell
Bucknell University
Bucknell's lacrosse programs play in the Patriot League at the NCAA Division I level out of Lewisburg, PA. Acceptance is selective at 32%, with an average SAT of 1389. Total undergraduate enrollment is about 3,818. The school's six-year graduation rate is 86%.
Lacrosse Programs at Bucknell
Bucknell plays women's lacrosse in the Patriot League, competing at the NCAA Division I level. The team went 10-7 in the 2026 season. In Recruit Plan's national rankings the program sits at #76, Tier 5.
The Bucknell men's lacrosse program competes at the NCAA Division I level in the Patriot League. The team went 8-7 in the 2026 season. In Recruit Plan's national rankings the program sits at #46, Tier 4.
Where Bucknell Lacrosse Recruits Come From
Bucknell women's lacrosse added 70 tracked commits from 17 states over the classes of 2020–2027. Connecticut leads the pipeline with 14 commits. Just 9% 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 Bucknell's Connecticut-led pipeline a distinctive footprint. Frequent feeder clubs include CT Grizzlies, STEPS, Capital.
- Connecticut14
- New Jersey12
- New York11
- Pennsylvania6
- Massachusetts5
- CT Grizzlies5
- STEPS5
- Capital3
- Centercourt3
- Gold Coast3
- Darien3
- Wilton3
- Bronxville2
Our data covers 116 men's lacrosse commitments to Bucknell from 18 states across the classes of 2020–2027. New York leads the pipeline with 22 commits. Just 5% of commits are in-state, so out-of-state recruits are the norm here. Frequent feeder clubs include ECLIPSE, EXPRESS, MADLAX.
- New York22
- Maryland18
- New Jersey16
- Connecticut15
- Massachusetts6
- ECLIPSE7
- EXPRESS5
- MADLAX5
- SWEETLAX5
- TEAM 915
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 Bucknell
The typical women's lacrosse recruit landing at Bucknell is a Tier 5 player (median of 70 tracked commits).
The typical men's lacrosse recruit landing at Bucknell is a Tier 4 player (median of 116 tracked commits), and 100% were Top-4-tier recruits.
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
A program on the rise among Division I programs — climbing from #78 (2023) to #55 (2026).
A program on the rise among Division I programs — climbing from #50 (2023) to #38 (2026).
Academic & School Profile
Published tuition is about $64,772 per year before financial aid. 86% of students graduate within six years. About 3,818 undergraduates attend. Use these figures as a baseline — actual cost depends on aid, and the earlier that conversation happens, the better.
Bucknell Lacrosse FAQ
Does Bucknell have a women's lacrosse program?
Yes — Bucknell fields a women's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division I level in the Patriot League.
Does Bucknell have a men's lacrosse program?
Yes — Bucknell fields a men's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division I level in the Patriot League.
What states do Bucknell lacrosse players come from?
Tracked men's lacrosse commits to Bucknell came from 18 states, led by NY (22), MD (18), NJ (16). About 5% are in-state recruits.
How many lacrosse players does Bucknell recruit each year?
Across the 2024–2027 classes, our data tracks an average of about 16 men's lacrosse commits per class at Bucknell. Actual roster needs vary year to year by position and graduation.
What GPA do you need to play lacrosse at Bucknell?
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 Bucknell?
Among tracked men's lacrosse commits, the most frequent feeder clubs are ECLIPSE, EXPRESS, MADLAX. 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