Franklin
Franklin University
Franklin is a selective private university in Columbus, OH with a 28% acceptance rate and an average SAT of 1392. Franklin fields a women's lacrosse program but does not offer men's lacrosse — recruits should plan accordingly. The school competes in the Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference at the NCAA Division III level. Total undergraduate enrollment is about 5,111. The school's six-year graduation rate is 30%.
Who Gets Recruited to Play at Franklin
Academically, programs in this selectivity band typically look for a ~3.4+ unweighted GPA.
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Program Trajectory
Franklin women's lacrosse has slipped among Division III programs in our rating history, from #243 in 2023 to #256 in 2026.
Academic & School Profile
Franklin lists tuition at about $9,577 a year, before aid and scholarships. The six-year graduation rate is 30%. Undergraduate enrollment is about 5,111. For recruits, sticker price rarely equals net price — bring cost and aid questions into coach conversations early.
Franklin Lacrosse FAQ
Does Franklin have a women's lacrosse program?
Yes — Franklin fields a women's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division III level in the Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference.
Does Franklin have a men's lacrosse program?
No. Franklin does not currently field a men's lacrosse program in our database — only women's lacrosse.
What GPA do you need to play lacrosse at Franklin?
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.
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Data updated 2026-10-11 · methodology