Dartmouth
Dartmouth College
With a 6% acceptance rate and an average SAT of 1533, Dartmouth sits among the more selective private universities fielding lacrosse. The school competes in the Ivy League at the NCAA Division I level, fielding both men's and women's lacrosse programs. Total undergraduate enrollment is about 4,367. The school's six-year graduation rate is 96%.
Lacrosse Programs at Dartmouth
The Dartmouth women's lacrosse program competes at the NCAA Division I level in the Ivy League. The team went 8-7 in the 2026 season. In Recruit Plan's national rankings the program sits at #31, Tier 3.
Dartmouth plays men's lacrosse in the Ivy League, competing at the NCAA Division I level. The team went 4-9 in the 2026 season. In Recruit Plan's national rankings the program sits at #39, Tier 4.
Where Dartmouth Lacrosse Recruits Come From
Our data covers 68 women's lacrosse commitments to Dartmouth from 17 states across the classes of 2020–2027. Massachusetts leads the pipeline with 11 commits. Just 0% 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 Dartmouth's Massachusetts-led pipeline a distinctive footprint. Frequent feeder clubs include STEPS, CT Grizzlies, MA Elite.
- Massachusetts11
- New York9
- Connecticut8
- New Jersey8
- California5
- STEPS9
- CT Grizzlies7
- MA Elite6
- Capital5
- Big 4 HHH3
- Darien4
- Summit3
- Georgetown Visitation2
Dartmouth men's lacrosse added 110 tracked commits from 21 states over the classes of 2020–2027. California leads the pipeline with 20 commits. Just 2% of commits are in-state, so out-of-state recruits are the norm here. Nationally, New York produces the most tracked men's lacrosse commits (4,074), which makes Dartmouth's California-led pipeline a distinctive footprint. Frequent feeder clubs include WC STARZ, LAXACHUSETTS, SWEETLAX.
- California20
- New York19
- Massachusetts15
- New Jersey9
- Maryland6
- WC STARZ12
- LAXACHUSETTS7
- SWEETLAX7
- LEADING EDGE5
- ADVNC4
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 Dartmouth
The typical women's lacrosse recruit landing at Dartmouth is a Tier 3 player (median of 66 tracked commits), and 100% were Top-4-tier recruits.
The typical men's lacrosse recruit landing at Dartmouth is a Tier 3 player (median of 110 tracked commits), and 100% were Top-4-tier recruits.
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 #54 (2023) to #33 (2026).
A program on the rise among Division I programs — climbing from #41 (2023) to #36 (2026).
Academic & School Profile
Published tuition is about $65,739 per year before financial aid. 96% of students graduate within six years. About 4,367 undergraduates attend. Recruits should treat these as starting numbers: net cost after aid varies widely, so ask about it early in the process.
Dartmouth Lacrosse FAQ
Does Dartmouth have a women's lacrosse program?
Yes — Dartmouth fields a women's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division I level in the Ivy League.
Does Dartmouth have a men's lacrosse program?
Yes — Dartmouth fields a men's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division I level in the Ivy League.
What states do Dartmouth lacrosse players come from?
Tracked men's lacrosse commits to Dartmouth came from 21 states, led by CA (20), NY (19), MA (15). About 2% are in-state recruits.
How many lacrosse players does Dartmouth recruit each year?
Across the 2024–2027 classes, our data tracks an average of about 16 men's lacrosse commits per class at Dartmouth. Actual roster needs vary year to year by position and graduation.
What GPA do you need to play lacrosse at Dartmouth?
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 Dartmouth?
Among tracked men's lacrosse commits, the most frequent feeder clubs are WC STARZ, LAXACHUSETTS, SWEETLAX. 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