Columbia (SC)
Columbia College
Columbia (SC) is a small private college in Columbia, SC, with about 1,245 undergraduates. The school competes at the NAIA level, fielding both men's and women's lacrosse programs. Acceptance is broad at 96%, with an average SAT of 1553. The school's six-year graduation rate is 53%.
Lacrosse Programs at Columbia (SC)
The Columbia (SC) women's lacrosse program competes at the NAIA level. The team went 0-2 in the 2026 season. Recruit Plan currently ranks the program #602 nationally (Tier 12).
The Columbia (SC) men's lacrosse program competes at the NAIA level. The team went 1-0 in the 2026 season. Recruit Plan currently ranks the program #435 nationally (Tier 12).
Where Columbia (SC) Lacrosse Recruits Come From
Our data covers 17 women's lacrosse commitments to Columbia (SC) from 7 states across the classes of 2025–2026. South Carolina — the program's home state — supplies the largest share, 8 of 17 commits. Nationally, New York produces the most tracked women's lacrosse commits (3,554), which makes Columbia (SC)'s South Carolina-led pipeline a distinctive footprint. Club pipelines matter here: Team ON, Alpha, Baltimore City Gators appear most often among tracked commits.
- South Carolina8
- North Carolina2
- New York2
- ON2
- Maryland1
- Team ON2
- Alpha1
- Baltimore City Gators1
- Jamaica U201
- LaxLifeCarolina1
- Other3
- Spring Valley3
- Boiling Springs1
Columbia (SC) men's lacrosse added 9 tracked commits from 4 states over the classes of 2025–2026. South Carolina — the program's home state — supplies the largest share, 5 of 9 commits. 56% of commits stay in-state, so South Carolina players have a real edge in visibility. Nationally, New York produces the most tracked men's lacrosse commits (4,074), which makes Columbia (SC)'s South Carolina-led pipeline a distinctive footprint. Club pipelines matter here: COLUMBIA, AUGUSTA PATRIOTS, CLC appear most often among tracked commits.
- South Carolina5
- North Carolina2
- Connecticut1
- Missouri1
- COLUMBIA2
- AUGUSTA PATRIOTS1
- CLC1
- CT SHARKS1
- MW TOP GUNS1
Based on commitments tracked through the class of 2026. How this data is built
Related: where college lacrosse players come from, state by state
Who Gets Recruited to Play at Columbia (SC)
Of 16 tracked Columbia (SC) women's lacrosse commits with a Recruit Plan tier, the median recruit is Tier 6.
Of 9 tracked Columbia (SC) men's lacrosse commits with a Recruit Plan tier, the median recruit is Tier 12.
Academically, programs in this selectivity band typically look for a ~3.7+ unweighted GPA.
Related: what SAT and GPA college lacrosse players actually need
Academic & School Profile
Columbia (SC) lists tuition at about $21,450 a year, before aid and scholarships. The six-year graduation rate is 53%. Undergraduate enrollment is about 1,245. For recruits, sticker price rarely equals net price — bring cost and aid questions into coach conversations early.
Columbia (SC) Lacrosse FAQ
Does Columbia (SC) have a women's lacrosse program?
Yes — Columbia (SC) fields a women's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NAIA level.
Does Columbia (SC) have a men's lacrosse program?
Yes — Columbia (SC) fields a men's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NAIA level.
What states do Columbia (SC) lacrosse players come from?
Tracked women's lacrosse commits to Columbia (SC) came from 7 states, led by SC (8), NC (2), NY (2). About 47% are in-state recruits.
How many lacrosse players does Columbia (SC) recruit each year?
Across the 2025–2026 classes, our data tracks an average of about 9 women's lacrosse commits per class at Columbia (SC). Actual roster needs vary year to year by position and graduation.
What GPA do you need to play lacrosse at Columbia (SC)?
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 (SC)?
Among tracked women's lacrosse commits, the most frequent feeder clubs are Team ON, Alpha, Baltimore City Gators. 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