Illinois Wesleyan
Illinois Wesleyan University
Illinois Wesleyan is a small private college in Bloomington, IL, with about 1,570 undergraduates. The school competes in the CCIW at the NCAA Division III level, fielding both men's and women's lacrosse programs. Acceptance is selective at 45%, with an average SAT of 1242. The school's six-year graduation rate is 83%.
Lacrosse Programs at Illinois Wesleyan
The Illinois Wesleyan women's lacrosse program competes at the NCAA Division III level in the CCIW. The team went 6-11 in the 2026 season. In Recruit Plan's national rankings the program sits at #442, Tier 12.
The Illinois Wesleyan men's lacrosse program competes at the NCAA Division III level in the CCIW. The team went 11-7 in the 2026 season. In Recruit Plan's national rankings the program sits at #180, Tier 8.
Where Illinois Wesleyan Lacrosse Recruits Come From
Illinois Wesleyan women's lacrosse added 19 tracked commits from 6 states over the classes of 2020–2025. The pipeline is strongly local: Illinois leads with 10 commits (53% of the total). In-state recruits make up 53% of the pipeline — a regional program by the numbers. Nationally, New York produces the most tracked women's lacrosse commits (3,554), which makes Illinois Wesleyan's Illinois-led pipeline a distinctive footprint. Frequent feeder clubs include Team One, Black Lax, 410.
- Illinois10
- Missouri3
- Wisconsin3
- Kansas1
- Ohio1
- Team One4
- Black Lax2
- 4101
- MW Top Gun/KC Lax1
- OH Premier1
- Conant2
- Emery-Weiner School1
- Franklin1
Illinois Wesleyan men's lacrosse added 64 tracked commits from 18 states over the classes of 2020–2026. Illinois leads the pipeline with 19 commits. Nationally, New York produces the most tracked men's lacrosse commits (4,074), which makes Illinois Wesleyan's Illinois-led pipeline a distinctive footprint. Frequent feeder clubs include TRUE ILLINOIS, ALPHA, EAST AVE.
- Illinois19
- Wisconsin8
- Colorado5
- Washington5
- Minnesota4
- TRUE ILLINOIS7
- ALPHA4
- EAST AVE3
- TEAM 913
- TEAM ONE3
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 Illinois Wesleyan
The typical women's lacrosse recruit landing at Illinois Wesleyan is a Tier 12 player (median of 19 tracked commits).
The typical men's lacrosse recruit landing at Illinois Wesleyan is a Tier 9 player (median of 64 tracked commits).
Academically, programs in this selectivity band typically look for a ~3.4+ unweighted GPA.
Related: what SAT and GPA college lacrosse players actually need
Program Trajectory
The rating trend points down among Division III programs: #155 (2023) to #207 (2026).
The rating trend points down among Division III programs: #61 (2023) to #77 (2026).
Academic & School Profile
Published tuition is about $55,704 per year before financial aid. 83% of students graduate within six years. About 1,570 undergraduates attend. Use these figures as a baseline — actual cost depends on aid, and the earlier that conversation happens, the better.
Illinois Wesleyan Lacrosse FAQ
Does Illinois Wesleyan have a women's lacrosse program?
Yes — Illinois Wesleyan fields a women's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division III level in the CCIW.
Does Illinois Wesleyan have a men's lacrosse program?
Yes — Illinois Wesleyan fields a men's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division III level in the CCIW.
What states do Illinois Wesleyan lacrosse players come from?
Tracked men's lacrosse commits to Illinois Wesleyan came from 18 states, led by IL (19), WI (8), CO (5). About 30% are in-state recruits.
How many lacrosse players does Illinois Wesleyan recruit each year?
Across the 2023–2026 classes, our data tracks an average of about 9 men's lacrosse commits per class at Illinois Wesleyan. Actual roster needs vary year to year by position and graduation.
What GPA do you need to play lacrosse at Illinois Wesleyan?
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.
Which club teams send players to Illinois Wesleyan?
Among tracked men's lacrosse commits, the most frequent feeder clubs are TRUE ILLINOIS, ALPHA, EAST AVE. 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