Hope
Hope College
Hope, in Holland, MI, competes in the MIAA at the NCAA Division III level, fielding both men's and women's lacrosse programs. Acceptance is broad at 76%, with an average SAT of 1237. Total undergraduate enrollment is about 3,274. The school's six-year graduation rate is 82%.
Lacrosse Programs at Hope
Hope plays women's lacrosse in the MIAA, competing at the NCAA Division III level. The team went 15-4 in the 2026 season. In Recruit Plan's national rankings the program sits at #287, Tier 10.
The Hope men's lacrosse program competes at the NCAA Division III level in the MIAA. The team went 20-0 in the 2026 season. In Recruit Plan's national rankings the program sits at #173, Tier 8.
Where Hope Lacrosse Recruits Come From
Hope women's lacrosse added 35 tracked commits from 6 states over the classes of 2020–2026. The pipeline is strongly local: Michigan leads with 23 commits (66% of the total). In-state recruits make up 66% of the pipeline — a regional program by the numbers. Nationally, New York produces the most tracked women's lacrosse commits (3,554), which makes Hope's Michigan-led pipeline a distinctive footprint. Frequent feeder clubs include Pure Advantage, Triumph, Circle City.
- Michigan23
- Indiana8
- California1
- Illinois1
- Ohio1
- Pure Advantage7
- Triumph5
- Circle City3
- Indy United3
- Chaos1
- DeWitt4
- Rockford4
- Westfield3
Across the classes of 2020–2026, our commitment data tracks 77 men's lacrosse recruits landing at Hope from 10 states. The pipeline is strongly local: Michigan leads with 59 commits (77% of the total). In-state recruits make up 77% of the pipeline — a regional program by the numbers. Nationally, New York produces the most tracked men's lacrosse commits (4,074), which makes Hope's Michigan-led pipeline a distinctive footprint. Frequent feeder clubs include TRUE MICHIGAN, WESTSIDE, JUICED CHERRIES.
- Michigan59
- Colorado4
- Illinois3
- Washington3
- New Jersey2
- TRUE MICHIGAN16
- WESTSIDE10
- JUICED CHERRIES8
- OMNIA5
- WEST SIDE4
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 Hope
The typical women's lacrosse recruit landing at Hope is a Tier 10 player (median of 34 tracked commits).
The typical men's lacrosse recruit landing at Hope is a Tier 9 player (median of 77 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 #101 (2023) to #72 (2026).
A program on the rise among Division III programs — climbing from #71 (2023) to #50 (2026).
Academic & School Profile
Published tuition is about $40,420 per year before financial aid. 82% of students graduate within six years. About 3,274 undergraduates attend. For recruits, sticker price rarely equals net price — bring cost and aid questions into coach conversations early.
Hope Lacrosse FAQ
Does Hope have a women's lacrosse program?
Yes — Hope fields a women's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division III level in the MIAA.
Does Hope have a men's lacrosse program?
Yes — Hope fields a men's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division III level in the MIAA.
What states do Hope lacrosse players come from?
Tracked men's lacrosse commits to Hope came from 10 states, led by MI (59), CO (4), IL (3). About 77% are in-state recruits.
How many lacrosse players does Hope recruit each year?
Across the 2023–2026 classes, our data tracks an average of about 10 men's lacrosse commits per class at Hope. Actual roster needs vary year to year by position and graduation.
What GPA do you need to play lacrosse at Hope?
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 Hope?
Among tracked men's lacrosse commits, the most frequent feeder clubs are TRUE MICHIGAN, WESTSIDE, JUICED CHERRIES. 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