Emerson
Emerson College
Emerson is an NCAA Division III program in the NEWMAC, based in Boston, MA, with both men's and women's lacrosse programs. Acceptance is selective at 47%, with an average SAT of 1359. Total undergraduate enrollment is about 4,145. The school's six-year graduation rate is 79%.
Lacrosse Programs at Emerson
The Emerson women's lacrosse program competes at the NCAA Division III level in the NEWMAC. The team went 4-13 in the 2026 season. Recruit Plan currently ranks the program #440 nationally (Tier 12).
The Emerson men's lacrosse program competes at the NCAA Division III level in the NEWMAC. The team went 4-11 in the 2026 season. Recruit Plan currently ranks the program #232 nationally (Tier 9).
Where Emerson Lacrosse Recruits Come From
Across the classes of 2020–2027, our commitment data tracks 40 men's lacrosse recruits landing at Emerson from 11 states. The largest share arrives from California (14 commits). This is a nationally recruited roster — only 10% of commits come from Massachusetts itself. Nationally, New York produces the most tracked men's lacrosse commits (4,074), which makes Emerson's California-led pipeline a distinctive footprint. Club pipelines matter here: ADVNC, IGLOO, RONIN appear most often among tracked commits.
- California14
- Connecticut7
- New York6
- Massachusetts4
- Florida2
- ADVNC4
- IGLOO3
- RONIN3
- EXPRESS2
- HGR2
Based on commitments tracked through the class of 2027. How this data is built
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Who Gets Recruited to Play at Emerson
Of 7 tracked Emerson women's lacrosse commits with a Recruit Plan tier, the median recruit is Tier 12.
Of 40 tracked Emerson men's lacrosse commits with a Recruit Plan tier, the median recruit is Tier 10.
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
Emerson women's lacrosse is trending up among Division III programs: from #182 in 2023 to #177 in 2026 in our rating history.
Emerson men's lacrosse has slipped among Division III programs in our rating history, from #97 in 2023 to #104 in 2026.
Academic & School Profile
Emerson lists tuition at about $55,392 a year, before aid and scholarships. The six-year graduation rate is 79%. Undergraduate enrollment is about 4,145. Use these figures as a baseline — actual cost depends on aid, and the earlier that conversation happens, the better.
Emerson Lacrosse FAQ
Does Emerson have a women's lacrosse program?
Yes — Emerson fields a women's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division III level in the NEWMAC.
Does Emerson have a men's lacrosse program?
Yes — Emerson fields a men's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division III level in the NEWMAC.
What states do Emerson lacrosse players come from?
Tracked men's lacrosse commits to Emerson came from 11 states, led by CA (14), CT (7), NY (6). About 10% are in-state recruits.
How many lacrosse players does Emerson recruit each year?
Across the 2023–2027 classes, our data tracks an average of about 7 men's lacrosse commits per class at Emerson. Actual roster needs vary year to year by position and graduation.
What GPA do you need to play lacrosse at Emerson?
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 Emerson?
Among tracked men's lacrosse commits, the most frequent feeder clubs are ADVNC, IGLOO, RONIN. 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