Central Michigan
Central Michigan University
Central Michigan sits in Mount Pleasant, MI in the Midwest region as a public university. Central Michigan 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 91%, with an average SAT of 1099. Total undergraduate enrollment is about 9,916. The school's six-year graduation rate is 62%.
Lacrosse Programs at Central Michigan
Where Central Michigan Lacrosse Recruits Come From
Central Michigan women's lacrosse added 49 tracked commits from 16 states over the classes of 2022–2027. Illinois leads the pipeline with 11 commits. Just 18% 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 Central Michigan's Illinois-led pipeline a distinctive footprint. Frequent feeder clubs include Lakeshore, 214, Triumph.
- Illinois11
- Michigan9
- Georgia5
- Texas5
- ON4
- Lakeshore6
- 2144
- Triumph4
- Southern Zone3
- Team One3
- Other3
- Blessed Trinity2
- Detroit Country Day2
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 Michigan
The typical women's lacrosse recruit landing at Central Michigan is a Tier 7 player (median of 47 tracked commits).
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
The rating trend points down among Division I programs: #80 (2023) to #111 (2026).
Academic & School Profile
Published tuition is about $14,190 per year before financial aid. 62% of students graduate within six years. About 9,916 undergraduates attend. Recruits should treat these as starting numbers: net cost after aid varies widely, so ask about it early in the process.
Central Michigan Lacrosse FAQ
Does Central Michigan have a women's lacrosse program?
Yes — Central Michigan fields a women's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division I level.
Does Central Michigan have a men's lacrosse program?
No. Central Michigan does not currently field a men's lacrosse program in our database — only women's lacrosse.
What states do Central Michigan lacrosse players come from?
Tracked women's lacrosse commits to Central Michigan came from 16 states, led by IL (11), MI (9), GA (5). About 18% are in-state recruits.
How many lacrosse players does Central Michigan recruit each year?
Across the 2024–2027 classes, our data tracks an average of about 9 women's lacrosse commits per class at Central Michigan. Actual roster needs vary year to year by position and graduation.
What GPA do you need to play lacrosse at Central Michigan?
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 Michigan?
Among tracked women's lacrosse commits, the most frequent feeder clubs are Lakeshore, 214, Triumph. 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