Dominican (CA)
Dominican University of California
Dominican (CA) is a small private college in San Rafael, CA, with about 1,178 undergraduates. The school competes in the Mountain East Conference at the NCAA Division II level, fielding both men's and women's lacrosse programs. Acceptance is broad at 96%, with an average SAT of 1194. The school's six-year graduation rate is 76%.
Lacrosse Programs at Dominican (CA)
The Dominican (CA) women's lacrosse program competes at the NCAA Division II level in the Mountain East Conference. The team went 11-4 in the 2026 season. Recruit Plan currently ranks the program #260 nationally (Tier 10).
In men's lacrosse, Dominican (CA) is a NCAA Division II program and a member of the Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference. The team went 0-11 in the 2026 season. Recruit Plan currently ranks the program #301 nationally (Tier 11).
Where Dominican (CA) Lacrosse Recruits Come From
Our data covers 53 women's lacrosse commitments to Dominican (CA) from 18 states across the classes of 2020–2026. The largest share arrives from California (17 commits). Nationally, New York produces the most tracked women's lacrosse commits (3,554), which makes Dominican (CA)'s California-led pipeline a distinctive footprint. Club pipelines matter here: Tenacity, TRUE, Wasatch appear most often among tracked commits.
- California17
- Utah5
- Washington4
- Minnesota3
- New York3
- Tenacity6
- TRUE3
- Wasatch3
- Diamond Cut Crew2
- Maineiax2
- Other4
- Lakeville South3
- Davis2
Our data covers 28 men's lacrosse commitments to Dominican (CA) from 6 states across the classes of 2020–2026. California — the program's home state — supplies the largest share, 15 of 28 commits. 54% of commits stay in-state, so California players have a real edge in visibility. Nationally, New York produces the most tracked men's lacrosse commits (4,074), which makes Dominican (CA)'s California-led pipeline a distinctive footprint. Club pipelines matter here: ADVNC, RONIN, 6 STAR appear most often among tracked commits.
- California15
- BC4
- Colorado4
- Arizona2
- Washington2
- ADVNC4
- RONIN3
- 6 STAR2
- FUSION2
- SADDLEBACK STAGS2
Based on commitments tracked through the class of 2026. How this data is built
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Who Gets Recruited to Play at Dominican (CA)
Of 51 tracked Dominican (CA) women's lacrosse commits with a Recruit Plan tier, the median recruit is Tier 8.
Of 28 tracked Dominican (CA) men's lacrosse commits with a Recruit Plan tier, the median recruit is Tier 7.
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
Dominican (CA) women's lacrosse is trending up among Division II programs: from #78 in 2024 to #47 in 2026 in our rating history.
Dominican (CA) men's lacrosse has slipped among Division II programs in our rating history, from #61 in 2024 to #72 in 2026.
Academic & School Profile
Dominican (CA) lists tuition at about $50,666 a year, before aid and scholarships. The six-year graduation rate is 76%. Undergraduate enrollment is about 1,178. Use these figures as a baseline — actual cost depends on aid, and the earlier that conversation happens, the better.
Dominican (CA) Lacrosse FAQ
Does Dominican (CA) have a women's lacrosse program?
Yes — Dominican (CA) fields a women's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division II level in the Mountain East Conference.
Does Dominican (CA) have a men's lacrosse program?
Yes — Dominican (CA) fields a men's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division II level in the Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference.
What states do Dominican (CA) lacrosse players come from?
Tracked women's lacrosse commits to Dominican (CA) came from 18 states, led by CA (17), UT (5), WA (4). About 32% are in-state recruits.
How many lacrosse players does Dominican (CA) recruit each year?
Across the 2023–2026 classes, our data tracks an average of about 9 women's lacrosse commits per class at Dominican (CA). Actual roster needs vary year to year by position and graduation.
What GPA do you need to play lacrosse at Dominican (CA)?
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 Dominican (CA)?
Among tracked women's lacrosse commits, the most frequent feeder clubs are Tenacity, TRUE, Wasatch. 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