Catawba
Catawba College
Catawba is a small private college in Salisbury, NC, with about 1,127 undergraduates. The school competes in the South Atlantic Conference at the NCAA Division II level, fielding both men's and women's lacrosse programs. Acceptance is broad at 78%, with an average SAT of 1136. The school's six-year graduation rate is 52%.
Lacrosse Programs at Catawba
In women's lacrosse, Catawba is a NCAA Division II program and a member of the South Atlantic Conference. The team went 7-10 in the 2026 season. Recruit Plan currently ranks the program #373 nationally (Tier 11).
Catawba plays men's lacrosse in the South Atlantic Conference, competing at the NCAA Division II level. The team went 11-4 in the 2026 season. Recruit Plan currently ranks the program #169 nationally (Tier 8).
Where Catawba Lacrosse Recruits Come From
Our data covers 53 women's lacrosse commitments to Catawba from 17 states across the classes of 2020–2027. North Carolina — the program's home state — supplies the largest share, 19 of 53 commits. Nationally, New York produces the most tracked women's lacrosse commits (3,554), which makes Catawba's North Carolina-led pipeline a distinctive footprint. Club pipelines matter here: Maxim, FLG, Team 91 appear most often among tracked commits.
- North Carolina19
- New York5
- Maryland4
- Ohio4
- Georgia3
- Maxim4
- FLG3
- Team 913
- AFA2
- Carolina Miners2
- Laney2
- Panther Creek2
- Pinecrest2
Catawba men's lacrosse added 65 tracked commits from 12 states over the classes of 2020–2027. North Carolina — the program's home state — supplies the largest share, 36 of 65 commits. 55% of commits stay in-state, so North Carolina players have a real edge in visibility. Nationally, New York produces the most tracked men's lacrosse commits (4,074), which makes Catawba's North Carolina-led pipeline a distinctive footprint. Club pipelines matter here: TEAM 91, FUSION, TEAM CAROLINA appear most often among tracked commits.
- North Carolina36
- Maryland13
- South Carolina3
- Virginia3
- ON2
- TEAM 917
- FUSION5
- TEAM CAROLINA5
- CAROLINA MINERS3
- CONRADS3
Based on commitments tracked through the class of 2027. How this data is built
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Who Gets Recruited to Play at Catawba
Of 51 tracked Catawba women's lacrosse commits with a Recruit Plan tier, the median recruit is Tier 11.
Of 65 tracked Catawba 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 ~3.0+ unweighted GPA.
Related: what SAT and GPA college lacrosse players actually need
Program Trajectory
Catawba women's lacrosse has held steady in our rating history among Division II programs: #86 in 2023, #84 in 2026.
Catawba men's lacrosse is trending up among Division II programs: from #47 in 2023 to #18 in 2026 in our rating history.
Academic & School Profile
Catawba lists tuition at about $33,400 a year, before aid and scholarships. The six-year graduation rate is 52%. Undergraduate enrollment is about 1,127. Recruits should treat these as starting numbers: net cost after aid varies widely, so ask about it early in the process.
Catawba Lacrosse FAQ
Does Catawba have a women's lacrosse program?
Yes — Catawba fields a women's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division II level in the South Atlantic Conference.
Does Catawba have a men's lacrosse program?
Yes — Catawba fields a men's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division II level in the South Atlantic Conference.
What states do Catawba lacrosse players come from?
Tracked men's lacrosse commits to Catawba came from 12 states, led by NC (36), MD (13), SC (3). About 55% are in-state recruits.
How many lacrosse players does Catawba recruit each year?
Across the 2024–2027 classes, our data tracks an average of about 9 men's lacrosse commits per class at Catawba. Actual roster needs vary year to year by position and graduation.
What GPA do you need to play lacrosse at Catawba?
There is no fixed cutoff, but selectivity sets the bar. Academically, programs in this selectivity band typically look for a ~3.0+ unweighted GPA. Coaches can sometimes support strong athletes below that band — grades widen or narrow your options.
Which club teams send players to Catawba?
Among tracked men's lacrosse commits, the most frequent feeder clubs are TEAM 91, FUSION, TEAM CAROLINA. 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