Franklin Pierce
Franklin Pierce University
Franklin Pierce is a small private college in Rindge, NH, with about 1,055 undergraduates. The school competes in the Northeast-10 Conference at the NCAA Division II level, fielding both men's and women's lacrosse programs. Acceptance is broad at 90%, with an average SAT of 1030. The school's six-year graduation rate is 46%.
Lacrosse Programs at Franklin Pierce
The Franklin Pierce women's lacrosse program competes at the NCAA Division II level in the Northeast-10 Conference. The team went 5-11 in the 2026 season. In Recruit Plan's national rankings the program sits at #280, Tier 10.
In men's lacrosse, Franklin Pierce is a NCAA Division II program and a member of the Northeast-10 Conference. The team went 2-9 in the 2026 season. In Recruit Plan's national rankings the program sits at #249, Tier 10.
Where Franklin Pierce Lacrosse Recruits Come From
Across the classes of 2020–2027, our commitment data tracks 27 women's lacrosse recruits landing at Franklin Pierce from 6 states. Massachusetts leads the pipeline with 13 commits. Just 19% of commits are in-state, so out-of-state recruits are the norm here. Nationally, New York produces the most tracked women's lacrosse commits (3,554), which makes Franklin Pierce's Massachusetts-led pipeline a distinctive footprint. Frequent feeder clubs include Aces, HGR, Laxachusetts.
- Massachusetts13
- New Hampshire5
- Connecticut3
- Maine2
- New York2
- Aces3
- HGR3
- Laxachusetts3
- NH Tomahawks3
- Maineiax2
- Tyngsborough2
- American Fork1
- Amsterdam1
Across the classes of 2020–2027, our commitment data tracks 43 men's lacrosse recruits landing at Franklin Pierce from 9 states. Massachusetts leads the pipeline with 16 commits. Just 23% of commits are in-state, so out-of-state recruits are the norm here. Nationally, New York produces the most tracked men's lacrosse commits (4,074), which makes Franklin Pierce's Massachusetts-led pipeline a distinctive footprint. Frequent feeder clubs include HGR, NH TOMAHAWKS, CT VALLEY.
- Massachusetts16
- New Hampshire10
- Connecticut6
- New York4
- Maine3
- HGR7
- NH TOMAHAWKS6
- CT VALLEY3
- ME MUSSELS3
- RI BULLDOGS3
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 Franklin Pierce
The typical women's lacrosse recruit landing at Franklin Pierce is a Tier 10 player (median of 27 tracked commits).
The typical men's lacrosse recruit landing at Franklin Pierce is a Tier 7 player (median of 43 tracked commits).
Academically, programs in this selectivity band typically look for a ~2.5+ unweighted GPA.
Related: what SAT and GPA college lacrosse players actually need
Program Trajectory
The rating trend points down among Division II programs: #52 (2023) to #64 (2026).
The rating trend points down among Division II programs: #51 (2023) to #55 (2026).
Academic & School Profile
Published tuition is about $44,963 per year before financial aid. 46% of students graduate within six years. About 1,055 undergraduates attend. Recruits should treat these as starting numbers: net cost after aid varies widely, so ask about it early in the process.
Franklin Pierce Lacrosse FAQ
Does Franklin Pierce have a women's lacrosse program?
Yes — Franklin Pierce fields a women's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division II level in the Northeast-10 Conference.
Does Franklin Pierce have a men's lacrosse program?
Yes — Franklin Pierce fields a men's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division II level in the Northeast-10 Conference.
What states do Franklin Pierce lacrosse players come from?
Tracked men's lacrosse commits to Franklin Pierce came from 9 states, led by MA (16), NH (10), CT (6). About 23% are in-state recruits.
How many lacrosse players does Franklin Pierce recruit each year?
Across the 2024–2027 classes, our data tracks an average of about 5 men's lacrosse commits per class at Franklin Pierce. Actual roster needs vary year to year by position and graduation.
What GPA do you need to play lacrosse at Franklin Pierce?
There is no fixed cutoff, but selectivity sets the bar. Academically, programs in this selectivity band typically look for a ~2.5+ unweighted GPA. Coaches can sometimes support strong athletes below that band — grades widen or narrow your options.
Which club teams send players to Franklin Pierce?
Among tracked men's lacrosse commits, the most frequent feeder clubs are HGR, NH TOMAHAWKS, CT VALLEY. 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