Fitchburg State
Fitchburg State University
Fitchburg State is an NCAA Division III program in the MASCAC, based in Fitchburg, MA. Fitchburg State fields a women's lacrosse program but does not offer men's lacrosse — recruits should plan accordingly. Acceptance is broad at 90%, with an average SAT of 1114. Total undergraduate enrollment is about 2,825. The school's six-year graduation rate is 53%.
Lacrosse Programs at Fitchburg State
Where Fitchburg State Lacrosse Recruits Come From
Our data covers 17 women's lacrosse commitments to Fitchburg State from 4 states across the classes of 2020–2026. The pipeline is strongly local: Massachusetts leads with 9 commits (53% of the total). In-state recruits make up 53% of the pipeline — a regional program by the numbers. Nationally, New York produces the most tracked women's lacrosse commits (3,554), which makes Fitchburg State's Massachusetts-led pipeline a distinctive footprint. Frequent feeder clubs include Lax+, Equinox, HGR.
- Massachusetts9
- Connecticut4
- Vermont3
- New Hampshire1
- Lax+2
- Equinox1
- HGR1
- Houlagan/Granite State1
- MACH 11
- Bethel2
- Billerica Memorial1
- Coe-Brown1
Based on commitments tracked through the class of 2026. How this data is built
Related: where college lacrosse players come from, state by state
Who Gets Recruited to Play at Fitchburg State
The typical women's lacrosse recruit landing at Fitchburg State is a Tier 12 player (median of 17 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 III programs — climbing from #205 (2023) to #182 (2026).
Academic & School Profile
As a public school, Fitchburg State lists tuition at about $11,046 for in-state students and $17,126 out of state. 53% of students graduate within six years. About 2,825 undergraduates attend. For recruits, sticker price rarely equals net price — bring cost and aid questions into coach conversations early.
Fitchburg State Lacrosse FAQ
Does Fitchburg State have a women's lacrosse program?
Yes — Fitchburg State fields a women's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division III level in the MASCAC.
Does Fitchburg State have a men's lacrosse program?
No. Fitchburg State does not currently field a men's lacrosse program in our database — only women's lacrosse.
What states do Fitchburg State lacrosse players come from?
Tracked women's lacrosse commits to Fitchburg State came from 4 states, led by MA (9), CT (4), VT (3). About 53% are in-state recruits.
How many lacrosse players does Fitchburg State recruit each year?
Across the 2023–2026 classes, our data tracks an average of about 4 women's lacrosse commits per class at Fitchburg State. Actual roster needs vary year to year by position and graduation.
What GPA do you need to play lacrosse at Fitchburg State?
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 Fitchburg State?
Among tracked women's lacrosse commits, the most frequent feeder clubs are Lax+, Equinox, HGR. 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