Holy Cross
College of the Holy Cross
With a 21% acceptance rate and an average SAT of 1354, Holy Cross sits among the more selective private universities fielding lacrosse. The school competes in the Patriot League at the NCAA Division I level, fielding both men's and women's lacrosse programs. Total undergraduate enrollment is about 3,015. The school's six-year graduation rate is 90%.
Lacrosse Programs at Holy Cross
Holy Cross plays women's lacrosse in the Patriot League, competing at the NCAA Division I level. The team went 7-10 in the 2026 season. Recruit Plan currently ranks the program #56 nationally (Tier 4).
In men's lacrosse, Holy Cross is a NCAA Division I program and a member of the Patriot League. The team went 6-7 in the 2026 season. Recruit Plan currently ranks the program #62 nationally (Tier 5).
Where Holy Cross Lacrosse Recruits Come From
Holy Cross women's lacrosse added 65 tracked commits from 17 states over the classes of 2020–2027. The largest share arrives from New York (25 commits). This is a nationally recruited roster — only 5% of commits come from Massachusetts itself. Club pipelines matter here: Capital, LI Jesters, NH Tomahawks appear most often among tracked commits.
- New York25
- New Jersey8
- New Hampshire6
- Connecticut5
- Florida3
- Capital4
- LI Jesters4
- NH Tomahawks4
- All Lax3
- PrimeTime3
- Garden City3
- Bishop Guertin2
- Darien2
Our data covers 133 men's lacrosse commitments to Holy Cross from 24 states across the classes of 2020–2027. The largest share arrives from New York (25 commits). This is a nationally recruited roster — only 14% of commits come from Massachusetts itself. Club pipelines matter here: LAXACHUSETTS, LI EXPRESS, ECLIPSE appear most often among tracked commits.
- New York25
- Massachusetts19
- Maryland14
- Connecticut13
- New Jersey12
- LAXACHUSETTS9
- LI EXPRESS8
- ECLIPSE7
- EXPRESS6
- 2WAY5
Based on commitments tracked through the class of 2027. How this data is built
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Who Gets Recruited to Play at Holy Cross
Of 64 tracked Holy Cross women's lacrosse commits with a Recruit Plan tier, the median recruit is Tier 4, and 100% were Top-4-tier recruits.
Of 133 tracked Holy Cross men's lacrosse commits with a Recruit Plan tier, the median recruit is Tier 4, and 100% were Top-4-tier recruits.
Academically, programs in this selectivity band typically look for a ~3.7+ unweighted GPA.
Related: what SAT and GPA college lacrosse players actually need
Program Trajectory
Holy Cross women's lacrosse is trending up among Division I programs: from #75 in 2023 to #57 in 2026 in our rating history.
Holy Cross men's lacrosse is trending up among Division I programs: from #66 in 2023 to #48 in 2026 in our rating history.
Academic & School Profile
Holy Cross lists tuition at about $60,850 a year, before aid and scholarships. The six-year graduation rate is 90%. Undergraduate enrollment is about 3,015. Recruits should treat these as starting numbers: net cost after aid varies widely, so ask about it early in the process.
Holy Cross Lacrosse FAQ
Does Holy Cross have a women's lacrosse program?
Yes — Holy Cross fields a women's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division I level in the Patriot League.
Does Holy Cross have a men's lacrosse program?
Yes — Holy Cross fields a men's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division I level in the Patriot League.
What states do Holy Cross lacrosse players come from?
Tracked men's lacrosse commits to Holy Cross came from 24 states, led by NY (25), MA (19), MD (14). About 14% are in-state recruits.
How many lacrosse players does Holy Cross recruit each year?
Across the 2024–2027 classes, our data tracks an average of about 16 men's lacrosse commits per class at Holy Cross. Actual roster needs vary year to year by position and graduation.
What GPA do you need to play lacrosse at Holy Cross?
There is no fixed cutoff, but selectivity sets the bar. Academically, programs in this selectivity band typically look for a ~3.7+ unweighted GPA. Coaches can sometimes support strong athletes below that band — grades widen or narrow your options.
Which club teams send players to Holy Cross?
Among tracked men's lacrosse commits, the most frequent feeder clubs are LAXACHUSETTS, LI EXPRESS, ECLIPSE. 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