Columbia
Columbia University in the City of New York
With a 4% acceptance rate and an average SAT of 1547, Columbia sits among the more selective private universities fielding lacrosse. Columbia fields a women's lacrosse program but does not offer men's lacrosse — recruits should plan accordingly. The school competes in the Ivy League at the NCAA Division I level. Total undergraduate enrollment is about 8,899. The school's six-year graduation rate is 95%.
Where Columbia Lacrosse Recruits Come From
Columbia women's lacrosse added 54 tracked commits from 20 states over the classes of 2020–2027. New York leads the pipeline with 9 commits. Just 17% of commits are in-state, so out-of-state recruits are the norm here. Frequent feeder clubs include MA Elite, LI Liberty, Capital.
- New York9
- Massachusetts5
- New Jersey5
- California4
- Florida4
- MA Elite5
- LI Liberty4
- Capital3
- FL Select3
- STEPS3
- Manhasset3
- Buckingham B&N2
- Holton-Arms School2
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 Columbia
The typical women's lacrosse recruit landing at Columbia is a Tier 6 player (median of 54 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 I programs — climbing from #95 (2023) to #67 (2026).
Academic & School Profile
Published tuition is about $69,045 per year before financial aid. 95% of students graduate within six years. About 8,899 undergraduates attend. Use these figures as a baseline — actual cost depends on aid, and the earlier that conversation happens, the better.
Columbia Lacrosse FAQ
Does Columbia have a women's lacrosse program?
Yes — Columbia fields a women's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division I level in the Ivy League.
Does Columbia have a men's lacrosse program?
No. Columbia does not currently field a men's lacrosse program in our database — only women's lacrosse.
What states do Columbia lacrosse players come from?
Tracked women's lacrosse commits to Columbia came from 20 states, led by NY (9), MA (5), NJ (5). About 17% are in-state recruits.
How many lacrosse players does Columbia recruit each year?
Across the 2024–2027 classes, our data tracks an average of about 8 women's lacrosse commits per class at Columbia. Actual roster needs vary year to year by position and graduation.
What GPA do you need to play lacrosse at Columbia?
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 Columbia?
Among tracked women's lacrosse commits, the most frequent feeder clubs are MA Elite, LI Liberty, Capital. 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