Central Connecticut
Central Connecticut State University
Central Connecticut is a public university in New Britain, CT. Central Connecticut fields a women's lacrosse program but does not offer men's lacrosse — recruits should plan accordingly. The school competes at the NCAA Division I level. Acceptance is broad at 76%, with an average SAT of 1091. Total undergraduate enrollment is about 7,670. The school's six-year graduation rate is 49%.
Lacrosse Programs at Central Connecticut
Where Central Connecticut Lacrosse Recruits Come From
Central Connecticut women's lacrosse added 39 tracked commits from 10 states over the classes of 2023–2027. The largest share arrives from New York (12 commits). Club pipelines matter here: Lax Plus, Noreaster, 3D VA Metro appear most often among tracked commits.
- New York12
- Connecticut11
- Massachusetts5
- Pennsylvania3
- California2
- Lax Plus3
- Noreaster3
- 3D VA Metro2
- Team 91 Long Island2
- 3D New England1
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 Central Connecticut
Of 39 tracked Central Connecticut women's lacrosse commits with a Recruit Plan tier, the median recruit is Tier 10.
Academically, programs in this selectivity band typically look for a ~2.5+ unweighted GPA.
Related: what SAT and GPA college lacrosse players actually need
Program Trajectory
Central Connecticut women's lacrosse has slipped among Division I programs in our rating history, from #121 in 2023 to #132 in 2026.
Academic & School Profile
Published tuition runs about $12,460 in state and $25,736 for out-of-state students. The six-year graduation rate is 49%. Undergraduate enrollment is about 7,670. Use these figures as a baseline — actual cost depends on aid, and the earlier that conversation happens, the better.
Central Connecticut Lacrosse FAQ
Does Central Connecticut have a women's lacrosse program?
Yes — Central Connecticut fields a women's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division I level.
Does Central Connecticut have a men's lacrosse program?
No. Central Connecticut does not currently field a men's lacrosse program in our database — only women's lacrosse.
What states do Central Connecticut lacrosse players come from?
Tracked women's lacrosse commits to Central Connecticut came from 10 states, led by NY (12), CT (11), MA (5). About 28% are in-state recruits.
How many lacrosse players does Central Connecticut recruit each year?
Across the 2024–2027 classes, our data tracks an average of about 8 women's lacrosse commits per class at Central Connecticut. Actual roster needs vary year to year by position and graduation.
What GPA do you need to play lacrosse at Central Connecticut?
There is no fixed cutoff, but selectivity sets the bar. Academically, programs in this selectivity band typically look for a ~2.5+ unweighted GPA. Coaches can sometimes support strong athletes below that band — grades widen or narrow your options.
Which club teams send players to Central Connecticut?
Among tracked women's lacrosse commits, the most frequent feeder clubs are Lax Plus, Noreaster, 3D VA Metro. 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