Ithaca
Ithaca College
Ithaca, in Ithaca, NY, competes in the Liberty League at the NCAA Division III level, fielding both men's and women's lacrosse programs. Acceptance is broad at 70%, with an average SAT of 1285. Total undergraduate enrollment is about 4,350. The school's six-year graduation rate is 74%.
Lacrosse Programs at Ithaca
The Ithaca women's lacrosse program competes at the NCAA Division III level in the Liberty League. The team went 12-6 in the 2026 season. In Recruit Plan's national rankings the program sits at #167, Tier 8.
Ithaca plays men's lacrosse in the Liberty League, competing at the NCAA Division III level. The team went 11-7 in the 2026 season. In Recruit Plan's national rankings the program sits at #110, Tier 7.
Where Ithaca Lacrosse Recruits Come From
Our data covers 42 women's lacrosse commitments to Ithaca from 10 states across the classes of 2020–2027. The pipeline is strongly local: New York leads with 15 commits (36% of the total). Frequent feeder clubs include Nor'easter, 3D, ADK.
- New York15
- Massachusetts8
- New Jersey7
- Connecticut5
- Washington2
- Nor'easter3
- 3D2
- ADK2
- Central2
- Gold Star2
- Bethlehem3
- Bishop Feehan2
- Montclair HS2
Ithaca men's lacrosse added 90 tracked commits from 17 states over the classes of 2020–2027. New York leads the pipeline with 20 commits. Just 22% of commits are in-state, so out-of-state recruits are the norm here. Frequent feeder clubs include FIGHTING CLAMS, PRIMETIME, TEAM 91.
- New York20
- Massachusetts17
- New Jersey12
- Pennsylvania12
- Connecticut7
- FIGHTING CLAMS6
- PRIMETIME6
- TEAM 915
- DUKES4
- NH TOMAHAWKS4
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 Ithaca
The typical women's lacrosse recruit landing at Ithaca is a Tier 8 player (median of 42 tracked commits).
The typical men's lacrosse recruit landing at Ithaca is a Tier 8 player (median of 90 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: #23 (2023) to #32 (2026).
A program on the rise among Division III programs — climbing from #34 (2023) to #23 (2026).
Academic & School Profile
Published tuition is about $50,510 per year before financial aid. 74% of students graduate within six years. About 4,350 undergraduates attend. Use these figures as a baseline — actual cost depends on aid, and the earlier that conversation happens, the better.
Ithaca Lacrosse FAQ
Does Ithaca have a women's lacrosse program?
Yes — Ithaca fields a women's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division III level in the Liberty League.
Does Ithaca have a men's lacrosse program?
Yes — Ithaca fields a men's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division III level in the Liberty League.
What states do Ithaca lacrosse players come from?
Tracked men's lacrosse commits to Ithaca came from 17 states, led by NY (20), MA (17), NJ (12). About 22% are in-state recruits.
How many lacrosse players does Ithaca recruit each year?
Across the 2024–2027 classes, our data tracks an average of about 11 men's lacrosse commits per class at Ithaca. Actual roster needs vary year to year by position and graduation.
What GPA do you need to play lacrosse at Ithaca?
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 Ithaca?
Among tracked men's lacrosse commits, the most frequent feeder clubs are FIGHTING CLAMS, PRIMETIME, TEAM 91. 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