Elms
College of Our Lady of the Elms
Elms is a small private college in Chicopee, MA, with about 951 undergraduates. 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 88%, with an average SAT of 1240. The school's six-year graduation rate is 65%.
Lacrosse Programs at Elms
The Elms women's lacrosse program competes at the NCAA Division III level in the Great Northeast Athletic Conference. The team went 3-14 in the 2026 season. Recruit Plan currently ranks the program #542 nationally (Tier 12).
Elms plays men's lacrosse in the Great Northeast Athletic Conference, competing at the NCAA Division III level. The team went 1-3 in the 2026 season. Recruit Plan currently ranks the program #432 nationally (Tier 12).
Who Gets Recruited to Play at Elms
Academically, programs in this selectivity band typically look for a ~3.0+ unweighted GPA.
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Program Trajectory
Elms women's lacrosse has slipped among Division III programs in our rating history, from #206 in 2023 to #248 in 2026.
Elms men's lacrosse has slipped among Division III programs in our rating history, from #200 in 2024 to #225 in 2026.
Academic & School Profile
Elms lists tuition at about $42,061 a year, before aid and scholarships. The six-year graduation rate is 65%. Undergraduate enrollment is about 951. Use these figures as a baseline — actual cost depends on aid, and the earlier that conversation happens, the better.
Elms Lacrosse FAQ
Does Elms have a women's lacrosse program?
Yes — Elms fields a women's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division III level in the Great Northeast Athletic Conference.
Does Elms have a men's lacrosse program?
Yes — Elms fields a men's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division III level in the Great Northeast Athletic Conference.
What states do Elms lacrosse players come from?
Tracked men's lacrosse commits to Elms came from 2 states, led by MA (2), CT (1). About 67% are in-state recruits.
How many lacrosse players does Elms recruit each year?
Across the 2023–2026 classes, our data tracks an average of about 2 men's lacrosse commits per class at Elms. Actual roster needs vary year to year by position and graduation.
What GPA do you need to play lacrosse at Elms?
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 Elms?
Among tracked men's lacrosse commits, the most frequent feeder clubs are COYOTES, CT VALLEY, NE OAKS. 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