Butler
Butler University
Butler, in Indianapolis, IN, competes in the Big East at the NCAA Division I level. Butler fields a women's lacrosse program but does not offer men's lacrosse — recruits should plan accordingly. Acceptance is broad at 86%, with an average SAT of 1282. Total undergraduate enrollment is about 4,383. The school's six-year graduation rate is 80%.
Where Butler Lacrosse Recruits Come From
Butler women's lacrosse added 41 tracked commits from 16 states over the classes of 2023–2027. Ohio leads the pipeline with 11 commits. Just 10% 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 (2,711), which makes Butler's Ohio-led pipeline a distinctive footprint. Frequent feeder clubs include Major Force / YJ Yellow Jackets Midwest, 410 West, Capital.
- Ohio11
- Missouri5
- Indiana4
- Maryland3
- Virginia3
- Major Force / YJ Yellow Jackets Midwest5
- 410 West4
- Capital4
- Impact4
- Lucky Lax3
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 Butler
The typical women's lacrosse recruit landing at Butler is a Tier 8 player (median of 41 tracked commits).
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
The rating trend points down among Division I programs: #105 (2023) to #116 (2026).
Academic & School Profile
Published tuition is about $45,980 per year before financial aid. 80% of students graduate within six years. About 4,383 undergraduates attend. For recruits, sticker price rarely equals net price — bring cost and aid questions into coach conversations early.
Butler Lacrosse FAQ
Does Butler have a women's lacrosse program?
Yes — Butler fields a women's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division I level in the Big East.
Does Butler have a men's lacrosse program?
No. Butler does not currently field a men's lacrosse program in our database — only women's lacrosse.
What states do Butler lacrosse players come from?
Tracked women's lacrosse commits to Butler came from 16 states, led by OH (11), MO (5), IN (4). About 10% are in-state recruits.
How many lacrosse players does Butler recruit each year?
Across the 2024–2027 classes, our data tracks an average of about 9 women's lacrosse commits per class at Butler. Actual roster needs vary year to year by position and graduation.
What GPA do you need to play lacrosse at Butler?
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 Butler?
Among tracked women's lacrosse commits, the most frequent feeder clubs are Major Force / YJ Yellow Jackets Midwest, 410 West, Capital. A club pipeline is a signal, not a requirement — coaches recruit from showcases and camps too.
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Data updated 2026-10-11 · methodology