Dean
Dean College
With about 1,142 undergraduates, Dean is a small private college in Franklin, MA. The school competes in the Great Northeast Athletic Conference at the NCAA Division III level, fielding both men's and women's lacrosse programs. Acceptance is broad at 74%. The school's six-year graduation rate is 43%.
Lacrosse Programs at Dean
The Dean women's lacrosse program competes at the NCAA Division III level in the Great Northeast Athletic Conference. The team went 3-13 in the 2026 season. In Recruit Plan's national rankings the program sits at #525, Tier 12.
In men's lacrosse, Dean is a NCAA Division III program and a member of the Great Northeast Athletic Conference. The team went 9-7 in the 2026 season. In Recruit Plan's national rankings the program sits at #310, Tier 11.
Where Dean Lacrosse Recruits Come From
Dean men's lacrosse added 16 tracked commits from 5 states over the classes of 2020–2026. Connecticut leads the pipeline with 6 commits. Just 25% 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 Dean's Connecticut-led pipeline a distinctive footprint. Frequent feeder clubs include CT VALLEY, NH TOMAHAWKS, 4 LEAF.
- Connecticut6
- Massachusetts4
- New Hampshire4
- New York1
- Rhode Island1
- CT VALLEY2
- NH TOMAHAWKS2
- 4 LEAF1
- 4LEAF1
- CATAMOUNT1
Based on commitments tracked through the class of 2026. How this data is built
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Who Gets Recruited to Play at Dean
The typical men's lacrosse recruit landing at Dean is a Tier 10 player (median of 16 tracked commits).
Academically, programs in this selectivity band typically look for a ~3.0+ unweighted GPA.
Related: what SAT and GPA college lacrosse players actually need
Program Trajectory
The rating trend points down among Division III programs: #208 (2023) to #245 (2026).
The rating trend points down among Division III programs: #138 (2023) to #165 (2026).
Academic & School Profile
Published tuition is about $44,960 per year before financial aid. 43% of students graduate within six years. About 1,142 undergraduates attend. Recruits should treat these as starting numbers: net cost after aid varies widely, so ask about it early in the process.
Dean Lacrosse FAQ
Does Dean have a women's lacrosse program?
Yes — Dean fields a women's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division III level in the Great Northeast Athletic Conference.
Does Dean have a men's lacrosse program?
Yes — Dean fields a men's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division III level in the Great Northeast Athletic Conference.
What states do Dean lacrosse players come from?
Tracked men's lacrosse commits to Dean came from 5 states, led by CT (6), MA (4), NH (4). About 25% are in-state recruits.
How many lacrosse players does Dean recruit each year?
Across the 2022–2026 classes, our data tracks an average of about 3 men's lacrosse commits per class at Dean. Actual roster needs vary year to year by position and graduation.
What GPA do you need to play lacrosse at Dean?
There is no fixed cutoff, but selectivity sets the bar. Academically, programs in this selectivity band typically look for a ~3.0+ unweighted GPA. Coaches can sometimes support strong athletes below that band — grades widen or narrow your options.
Which club teams send players to Dean?
Among tracked men's lacrosse commits, the most frequent feeder clubs are CT VALLEY, NH TOMAHAWKS, 4 LEAF. 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