Catholic
The Catholic University of America
Catholic, in Washington, DC, competes in the Landmark Conference at the NCAA Division III level, fielding both men's and women's lacrosse programs. Acceptance is broad at 84%, with an average SAT of 1300. Total undergraduate enrollment is about 3,063. The school's six-year graduation rate is 81%.
Lacrosse Programs at Catholic
In women's lacrosse, Catholic is a NCAA Division III program and a member of the Landmark Conference. The team went 11-8 in the 2026 season. Recruit Plan currently ranks the program #189 nationally (Tier 9).
In men's lacrosse, Catholic is a NCAA Division III program and a member of the Landmark Conference. The team went 13-6 in the 2026 season. Recruit Plan currently ranks the program #179 nationally (Tier 8).
Where Catholic Lacrosse Recruits Come From
Our data covers 64 women's lacrosse commitments to Catholic from 12 states across the classes of 2020–2027. The largest share arrives from Pennsylvania (17 commits). This is a nationally recruited roster — only 0% of commits come from District of Columbia itself. Nationally, New York produces the most tracked women's lacrosse commits (3,554), which makes Catholic's Pennsylvania-led pipeline a distinctive footprint. Club pipelines matter here: SJ Select, Dynasty, NXT appear most often among tracked commits.
- Pennsylvania17
- New Jersey13
- New York10
- Maryland9
- Florida3
- SJ Select8
- Dynasty3
- NXT3
- Reign3
- Team 913
- Moorestown6
- Garden City2
- Gwynedd-Mercy Academy2
Catholic men's lacrosse added 94 tracked commits from 12 states over the classes of 2020–2026. The largest share arrives from Pennsylvania (29 commits). This is a nationally recruited roster — only 0% of commits come from District of Columbia itself. Nationally, New York produces the most tracked men's lacrosse commits (4,074), which makes Catholic's Pennsylvania-led pipeline a distinctive footprint. Club pipelines matter here: ROUGHRIDERS, FREEDOM, BIG 4 HHH appear most often among tracked commits.
- Pennsylvania29
- New Jersey14
- Florida13
- Maryland12
- New York10
- ROUGHRIDERS6
- FREEDOM5
- BIG 4 HHH4
- BLUE STAR3
- FCA3
Based on commitments tracked through the class of 2027. How this data is built
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Who Gets Recruited to Play at Catholic
Of 63 tracked Catholic women's lacrosse commits with a Recruit Plan tier, the median recruit is Tier 9.
Of 94 tracked Catholic men's lacrosse commits with a Recruit Plan tier, the median recruit is Tier 9.
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
Catholic women's lacrosse has slipped among Division III programs in our rating history, from #30 in 2023 to #36 in 2026.
Catholic men's lacrosse has held steady in our rating history among Division III programs: #59 in 2023, #61 in 2026.
Academic & School Profile
Catholic lists tuition at about $55,834 a year, before aid and scholarships. The six-year graduation rate is 81%. Undergraduate enrollment is about 3,063. For recruits, sticker price rarely equals net price — bring cost and aid questions into coach conversations early.
Catholic Lacrosse FAQ
Does Catholic have a women's lacrosse program?
Yes — Catholic fields a women's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division III level in the Landmark Conference.
Does Catholic have a men's lacrosse program?
Yes — Catholic fields a men's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division III level in the Landmark Conference.
What states do Catholic lacrosse players come from?
Tracked men's lacrosse commits to Catholic came from 12 states, led by PA (29), NJ (14), FL (13). About 0% are in-state recruits.
How many lacrosse players does Catholic recruit each year?
Across the 2023–2026 classes, our data tracks an average of about 17 men's lacrosse commits per class at Catholic. Actual roster needs vary year to year by position and graduation.
What GPA do you need to play lacrosse at Catholic?
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 Catholic?
Among tracked men's lacrosse commits, the most frequent feeder clubs are ROUGHRIDERS, FREEDOM, BIG 4 HHH. 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