Duke
Duke University
Duke is a selective private university in Durham, NC with a 7% acceptance rate and an average SAT of 1539. The school competes in the ACC at the NCAA Division I level, fielding both men's and women's lacrosse programs. Total undergraduate enrollment is about 6,417. The school's six-year graduation rate is 96%.
Lacrosse Programs at Duke
In women's lacrosse, Duke is a NCAA Division I program and a member of the ACC. The team went 9-8 in the 2026 season. Recruit Plan currently ranks the program #21 nationally (Tier 2).
The Duke men's lacrosse program competes at the NCAA Division I level in the ACC. The team went 10-4 in the 2026 season. Recruit Plan currently ranks the program #3 nationally (Tier 1).
Where Duke Lacrosse Recruits Come From
Our data covers 65 women's lacrosse commitments to Duke from 14 states across the classes of 2020–2027. The largest share arrives from New York (22 commits). This is a nationally recruited roster — only 2% of commits come from North Carolina itself. Club pipelines matter here: CT Grizzlies, Capital, LI Elite appear most often among tracked commits.
- New York22
- Maryland10
- Connecticut7
- New Jersey5
- Pennsylvania5
- CT Grizzlies4
- Capital4
- LI Elite4
- MA Elite3
- Philly Blast3
- Potomac School4
- Manhasset3
- St Anthonys3
Across the classes of 2020–2027, our commitment data tracks 113 men's lacrosse recruits landing at Duke from 23 states. The largest share arrives from Pennsylvania (21 commits). This is a nationally recruited roster — only 3% of commits come from North Carolina itself. Nationally, New York produces the most tracked men's lacrosse commits (4,074), which makes Duke's Pennsylvania-led pipeline a distinctive footprint. Club pipelines matter here: BIG 4 HHH, LAXACHUSETTS, LEADING EDGE appear most often among tracked commits.
- Pennsylvania21
- New York19
- New Jersey13
- California10
- Massachusetts9
- BIG 4 HHH8
- LAXACHUSETTS7
- LEADING EDGE7
- MAD DOG6
- TEAM 91 LONG ISLAND5
Based on commitments tracked through the class of 2027. How this data is built
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Who Gets Recruited to Play at Duke
Of 63 tracked Duke women's lacrosse commits with a Recruit Plan tier, the median recruit is Tier 2, and 100% were Top-4-tier recruits.
Of 113 tracked Duke men's lacrosse commits with a Recruit Plan tier, the median recruit is Tier 1, 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
Duke women's lacrosse has slipped among Division I programs in our rating history, from #19 in 2023 to #23 in 2026.
Duke men's lacrosse has slipped among Division I programs in our rating history, from #3 in 2023 to #7 in 2026.
Academic & School Profile
Duke lists tuition at about $65,805 a year, before aid and scholarships. The six-year graduation rate is 96%. Undergraduate enrollment is about 6,417. For recruits, sticker price rarely equals net price — bring cost and aid questions into coach conversations early.
Duke Lacrosse FAQ
Does Duke have a women's lacrosse program?
Yes — Duke fields a women's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division I level in the ACC.
Does Duke have a men's lacrosse program?
Yes — Duke fields a men's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division I level in the ACC.
What states do Duke lacrosse players come from?
Tracked men's lacrosse commits to Duke came from 23 states, led by PA (21), NY (19), NJ (13). About 3% are in-state recruits.
How many lacrosse players does Duke recruit each year?
Across the 2024–2027 classes, our data tracks an average of about 14 men's lacrosse commits per class at Duke. Actual roster needs vary year to year by position and graduation.
What GPA do you need to play lacrosse at Duke?
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 Duke?
Among tracked men's lacrosse commits, the most frequent feeder clubs are BIG 4 HHH, LAXACHUSETTS, LEADING EDGE. 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