Elon
Elon University
Elon's lacrosse programs play in the CAA at the NCAA Division I level out of Elon, NC. Elon fields a women's lacrosse program but does not offer men's lacrosse — recruits should plan accordingly. Acceptance is broad at 67%, with an average SAT of 1222. Total undergraduate enrollment is about 6,402. The school's six-year graduation rate is 83%.
Where Elon Lacrosse Recruits Come From
Across the classes of 2020–2027, our commitment data tracks 62 women's lacrosse recruits landing at Elon from 16 states. New York leads the pipeline with 12 commits. Just 7% of commits are in-state, so out-of-state recruits are the norm here. Frequent feeder clubs include LI Elite, BBL, Heros.
- New York12
- New Jersey9
- Maryland8
- Connecticut6
- Massachusetts4
- LI Elite5
- BBL4
- Heros2
- LI Jesters2
- Laxachusetts2
- Chapel Hill2
- Maryvale Prep2
- Northern Highlands2
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 Elon
The typical women's lacrosse recruit landing at Elon is a Tier 5 player (median of 61 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
A program on the rise among Division I programs — climbing from #77 (2023) to #60 (2026).
Academic & School Profile
Published tuition is about $44,536 per year before financial aid. 83% of students graduate within six years. About 6,402 undergraduates attend. Use these figures as a baseline — actual cost depends on aid, and the earlier that conversation happens, the better.
Elon Lacrosse FAQ
Does Elon have a women's lacrosse program?
Yes — Elon fields a women's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division I level in the CAA.
Does Elon have a men's lacrosse program?
No. Elon does not currently field a men's lacrosse program in our database — only women's lacrosse.
What states do Elon lacrosse players come from?
Tracked women's lacrosse commits to Elon came from 16 states, led by NY (12), NJ (9), MD (8). About 7% are in-state recruits.
How many lacrosse players does Elon recruit each year?
Across the 2024–2027 classes, our data tracks an average of about 9 women's lacrosse commits per class at Elon. Actual roster needs vary year to year by position and graduation.
What GPA do you need to play lacrosse at Elon?
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 Elon?
Among tracked women's lacrosse commits, the most frequent feeder clubs are LI Elite, BBL, Heros. 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