Denver
University of Denver
Denver's lacrosse programs play in the Big East at the NCAA Division I level out of Denver, CO. Acceptance is broad at 71%, with an average SAT of 1344. Total undergraduate enrollment is about 6,059. The school's six-year graduation rate is 78%.
Lacrosse Programs at Denver
The Denver women's lacrosse program competes at the NCAA Division I level in the Big East. The team went 16-4 in the 2026 season. In Recruit Plan's national rankings the program sits at #13, Tier 2.
Denver plays men's lacrosse in the Big East, competing at the NCAA Division I level. The team went 5-8 in the 2026 season. In Recruit Plan's national rankings the program sits at #19, Tier 2.
Where Denver Lacrosse Recruits Come From
Our data covers 70 women's lacrosse commitments to Denver from 19 states across the classes of 2020–2027. Maryland leads the pipeline with 15 commits. Just 9% 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 Denver's Maryland-led pipeline a distinctive footprint. Frequent feeder clubs include MA Elite, Capital, FL Select.
- Maryland15
- Massachusetts10
- Colorado6
- California5
- Florida5
- MA Elite6
- Capital4
- FL Select4
- Laxachusetts3
- M&D3
- American Heritage Plantation3
- Good Counsel3
- Bishop Ireton2
Our data covers 148 men's lacrosse commitments to Denver from 29 states across the classes of 2020–2027. Colorado leads the pipeline with 29 commits. Just 20% 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 Denver's Colorado-led pipeline a distinctive footprint. Frequent feeder clubs include DENVER ELITE, MAD DOG, WC STARZ.
- Colorado29
- California10
- Massachusetts10
- New York10
- Ohio8
- DENVER ELITE14
- MAD DOG9
- WC STARZ8
- LEADING EDGE6
- CO KINGS5
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 Denver
The typical women's lacrosse recruit landing at Denver is a Tier 2 player (median of 70 tracked commits), and 100% were Top-4-tier recruits.
The typical men's lacrosse recruit landing at Denver is a Tier 2 player (median of 148 tracked commits), and 100% were Top-4-tier recruits.
Academically, programs in this selectivity band typically look for a ~3.4+ unweighted GPA.
Related: what SAT and GPA college lacrosse players actually need
Program Trajectory
The rating trend points down among Division I programs: #5 (2023) to #16 (2026).
The rating trend points down among Division I programs: #15 (2023) to #23 (2026).
Academic & School Profile
Published tuition is about $59,340 per year before financial aid. 78% of students graduate within six years. About 6,059 undergraduates attend. Use these figures as a baseline — actual cost depends on aid, and the earlier that conversation happens, the better.
Denver Lacrosse FAQ
Does Denver have a women's lacrosse program?
Yes — Denver fields a women's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division I level in the Big East.
Does Denver have a men's lacrosse program?
Yes — Denver fields a men's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division I level in the Big East.
What states do Denver lacrosse players come from?
Tracked men's lacrosse commits to Denver came from 29 states, led by CO (29), CA (10), MA (10). About 20% are in-state recruits.
How many lacrosse players does Denver recruit each year?
Across the 2024–2027 classes, our data tracks an average of about 19 men's lacrosse commits per class at Denver. Actual roster needs vary year to year by position and graduation.
What GPA do you need to play lacrosse at Denver?
There is no fixed cutoff, but selectivity sets the bar. Academically, programs in this selectivity band typically look for a ~3.4+ unweighted GPA. Coaches can sometimes support strong athletes below that band — grades widen or narrow your options.
Which club teams send players to Denver?
Among tracked men's lacrosse commits, the most frequent feeder clubs are DENVER ELITE, MAD DOG, WC STARZ. 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