Grand Valley State
Grand Valley State University
Grand Valley State, in Allendale, MI, competes in the GLIAC at the NCAA Division II level. Grand Valley State fields a women's lacrosse program but does not offer men's lacrosse — recruits should plan accordingly. Acceptance is broad at 95%, with an average SAT of 1079. Total undergraduate enrollment is about 19,073. The school's six-year graduation rate is 69%.
Lacrosse Programs at Grand Valley State
Where Grand Valley State Lacrosse Recruits Come From
Our data covers 64 women's lacrosse commitments to Grand Valley State from 21 states across the classes of 2020–2027. Michigan leads the pipeline with 17 commits. Nationally, New York produces the most tracked women's lacrosse commits (3,554), which makes Grand Valley State's Michigan-led pipeline a distinctive footprint. Frequent feeder clubs include MN Elite, Triumph, Lucky Lax.
- Michigan17
- Ohio10
- Minnesota8
- New York6
- Maryland3
- MN Elite6
- Triumph6
- Lucky Lax4
- Major Force4
- Pure Advantage3
- Other4
- Brighton3
- Prior Lake3
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 Grand Valley State
The typical women's lacrosse recruit landing at Grand Valley State is a Tier 8 player (median of 63 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: #10 (2023) to #22 (2026).
Academic & School Profile
As a public school, Grand Valley State lists tuition at about $14,628 for in-state students and $20,820 out of state. 69% of students graduate within six years. About 19,073 undergraduates attend. For recruits, sticker price rarely equals net price — bring cost and aid questions into coach conversations early.
Grand Valley State Lacrosse FAQ
Does Grand Valley State have a women's lacrosse program?
Yes — Grand Valley State fields a women's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division II level in the GLIAC.
Does Grand Valley State have a men's lacrosse program?
No. Grand Valley State does not currently field a men's lacrosse program in our database — only women's lacrosse.
What states do Grand Valley State lacrosse players come from?
Tracked women's lacrosse commits to Grand Valley State came from 21 states, led by MI (17), OH (10), MN (8). About 27% are in-state recruits.
How many lacrosse players does Grand Valley State recruit each year?
Across the 2024–2027 classes, our data tracks an average of about 9 women's lacrosse commits per class at Grand Valley State. Actual roster needs vary year to year by position and graduation.
What GPA do you need to play lacrosse at Grand Valley State?
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 Grand Valley State?
Among tracked women's lacrosse commits, the most frequent feeder clubs are MN Elite, Triumph, Lucky Lax. 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