Connecticut College
With about 1,960 undergraduates, Connecticut College is a small private college in New London, CT. The school competes in the NESCAC at the NCAA Division III level, fielding both men's and women's lacrosse programs. Acceptance is selective at 38%, with an average SAT of 1412. The school's six-year graduation rate is 84%.
Lacrosse Programs at Connecticut College
Connecticut College plays women's lacrosse in the NESCAC, competing at the NCAA Division III level. The team went 3-11 in the 2026 season. Recruit Plan currently ranks the program #184 nationally (Tier 8).
In men's lacrosse, Connecticut College is a NCAA Division III program and a member of the NESCAC. The team went 5-9 in the 2026 season. Recruit Plan currently ranks the program #114 nationally (Tier 7).
Where Connecticut College Lacrosse Recruits Come From
Connecticut College women's lacrosse added 34 tracked commits from 8 states over the classes of 2020–2026. The largest share arrives from Massachusetts (16 commits). This is a nationally recruited roster — only 6% of commits come from Connecticut itself. Nationally, New York produces the most tracked women's lacrosse commits (3,554), which makes Connecticut College's Massachusetts-led pipeline a distinctive footprint. Club pipelines matter here: Laxachusetts, REV, Lax+ appear most often among tracked commits.
- Massachusetts16
- New York7
- Rhode Island3
- Colorado2
- Connecticut2
- Laxachusetts8
- REV4
- Lax+2
- Nor'easter2
- 3D1
- Berkshire School2
- Duxbury2
- Moses Brown School2
Our data covers 130 men's lacrosse commitments to Connecticut College from 20 states across the classes of 2020–2026. The largest share arrives from Massachusetts (39 commits). This is a nationally recruited roster — only 7% of commits come from Connecticut itself. Nationally, New York produces the most tracked men's lacrosse commits (4,074), which makes Connecticut College's Massachusetts-led pipeline a distinctive footprint. Club pipelines matter here: FIGHTING CLAMS, LAXACHUSETTS, CT VALLEY appear most often among tracked commits.
- Massachusetts39
- New York18
- New Jersey15
- California11
- Connecticut9
- FIGHTING CLAMS9
- LAXACHUSETTS8
- CT VALLEY5
- PATRIOT4
- TEAM 914
Based on commitments tracked through the class of 2026. How this data is built
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Who Gets Recruited to Play at Connecticut College
Of 33 tracked Connecticut College women's lacrosse commits with a Recruit Plan tier, the median recruit is Tier 8.
Of 130 tracked Connecticut College men's lacrosse commits with a Recruit Plan tier, the median recruit is Tier 8.
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
Connecticut College women's lacrosse has slipped among Division III programs in our rating history, from #36 in 2023 to #43 in 2026.
Connecticut College men's lacrosse has slipped among Division III programs in our rating history, from #21 in 2023 to #29 in 2026.
Academic & School Profile
Connecticut College lists tuition at about $64,812 a year, before aid and scholarships. The six-year graduation rate is 84%. Undergraduate enrollment is about 1,960. Use these figures as a baseline — actual cost depends on aid, and the earlier that conversation happens, the better.
Connecticut College Lacrosse FAQ
Does Connecticut College have a women's lacrosse program?
Yes — Connecticut College fields a women's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division III level in the NESCAC.
Does Connecticut College have a men's lacrosse program?
Yes — Connecticut College fields a men's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division III level in the NESCAC.
What states do Connecticut College lacrosse players come from?
Tracked men's lacrosse commits to Connecticut College came from 20 states, led by MA (39), NY (18), NJ (15). About 7% are in-state recruits.
How many lacrosse players does Connecticut College recruit each year?
Across the 2023–2026 classes, our data tracks an average of about 20 men's lacrosse commits per class at Connecticut College. Actual roster needs vary year to year by position and graduation.
What GPA do you need to play lacrosse at Connecticut College?
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 Connecticut College?
Among tracked men's lacrosse commits, the most frequent feeder clubs are FIGHTING CLAMS, LAXACHUSETTS, CT VALLEY. 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