Coast Guard
United States Coast Guard Academy
Coast Guard, a federal service academy in New London, CT, has a recruiting context all its own. The school competes in the NEWMAC at the NCAA Division III level, fielding both men's and women's lacrosse programs. Acceptance is selective at 24%, with an average SAT of 1290. Total undergraduate enrollment is about 1,081. The school's six-year graduation rate is 88%.
Lacrosse Programs at Coast Guard
Coast Guard plays women's lacrosse in the NEWMAC, competing at the NCAA Division III level. The team went 14-3 in the 2026 season. In Recruit Plan's national rankings the program sits at #240, Tier 10.
Coast Guard plays men's lacrosse in the NEWMAC, competing at the NCAA Division III level. The team went 5-10 in the 2026 season. In Recruit Plan's national rankings the program sits at #191, Tier 9.
Where Coast Guard Lacrosse Recruits Come From
Across the classes of 2020–2027, our commitment data tracks 26 women's lacrosse recruits landing at Coast Guard from 13 states. Maryland leads the pipeline with 9 commits. Just 12% 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 Coast Guard's Maryland-led pipeline a distinctive footprint. Frequent feeder clubs include MD United, VA Metro, Bay State Bullets.
- Maryland9
- Connecticut3
- New Jersey3
- Virginia2
- Colorado1
- MD United3
- VA Metro2
- Bay State Bullets1
- Carolina Miners1
- Eastern Shore1
- Archbishop Spalding3
- Severna Park2
- Annapolis1
Coast Guard men's lacrosse added 46 tracked commits from 15 states over the classes of 2021–2026. New York leads the pipeline with 7 commits. Just 9% of commits are in-state, so out-of-state recruits are the norm here. Frequent feeder clubs include TEAM 91, MAD DOG, TOP CALIBER.
- New York7
- North Carolina6
- Virginia6
- Connecticut4
- Maryland4
- TEAM 913
- MAD DOG2
- TOP CALIBER2
- TRUE NORTH CAROLINA2
- UNRL2
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 Coast Guard
The typical women's lacrosse recruit landing at Coast Guard is a Tier 10 player (median of 26 tracked commits).
The typical men's lacrosse recruit landing at Coast Guard is a Tier 9 player (median of 46 tracked commits).
Academically, programs in this selectivity band typically look for a ~3.7+ unweighted GPA.
Related: what SAT and GPA college lacrosse players actually need
Program Trajectory
A program on the rise among Division III programs — climbing from #64 (2023) to #54 (2026).
The rating trend points down among Division III programs: #58 (2023) to #81 (2026).
Academic & School Profile
88% of students graduate within six years. About 1,081 undergraduates attend. Use these figures as a baseline — actual cost depends on aid, and the earlier that conversation happens, the better.
Coast Guard Lacrosse FAQ
Does Coast Guard have a women's lacrosse program?
Yes — Coast Guard fields a women's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division III level in the NEWMAC.
Does Coast Guard have a men's lacrosse program?
Yes — Coast Guard fields a men's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division III level in the NEWMAC.
What states do Coast Guard lacrosse players come from?
Tracked men's lacrosse commits to Coast Guard came from 15 states, led by NY (7), NC (6), VA (6). About 9% are in-state recruits.
How many lacrosse players does Coast Guard recruit each year?
Across the 2023–2026 classes, our data tracks an average of about 10 men's lacrosse commits per class at Coast Guard. Actual roster needs vary year to year by position and graduation.
What GPA do you need to play lacrosse at Coast Guard?
There is no fixed cutoff, but selectivity sets the bar. Academically, programs in this selectivity band typically look for a ~3.7+ unweighted GPA. Coaches can sometimes support strong athletes below that band — grades widen or narrow your options.
Which club teams send players to Coast Guard?
Among tracked men's lacrosse commits, the most frequent feeder clubs are TEAM 91, MAD DOG, TOP CALIBER. 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