Johnson & Wales
Johnson & Wales University
Johnson & Wales is a private university in Providence, RI. The school competes at the NCAA Division III level, fielding both men's and women's lacrosse programs. Acceptance is broad at 80%, with an average SAT of 1050. Total undergraduate enrollment is about 5,200. The school's six-year graduation rate is 58%.
Lacrosse Programs at Johnson & Wales
The Johnson & Wales women's lacrosse program competes at the NCAA Division III level. In Recruit Plan's national rankings the program sits at #338, Tier 11.
The Johnson & Wales men's lacrosse program competes at the NCAA Division III level. In Recruit Plan's national rankings the program sits at #323, Tier 11.
Where Johnson & Wales Lacrosse Recruits Come From
Johnson & Wales women's lacrosse added 29 tracked commits from 13 states over the classes of 2020–2026. Massachusetts leads the pipeline with 5 commits. Just 0% of commits are in-state, so out-of-state recruits are the norm here. Nationally, New York produces the most tracked women's lacrosse commits (3,554), which makes Johnson & Wales's Massachusetts-led pipeline a distinctive footprint. Frequent feeder clubs include Lax+, NH Tomahawks, Bay State Bullets.
- Massachusetts5
- Connecticut4
- New York4
- New Jersey3
- California2
- Lax+3
- NH Tomahawks2
- Bay State Bullets1
- Cavalier1
- Centercourt1
- Northfield Mt Hermon2
- Windham2
- Apponequet1
Johnson & Wales men's lacrosse added 35 tracked commits from 7 states over the classes of 2023–2027. Connecticut leads the pipeline with 10 commits. Just 0% of commits are in-state, so out-of-state recruits are the norm here. Nationally, New York produces the most tracked men's lacrosse commits (4,074), which makes Johnson & Wales's Connecticut-led pipeline a distinctive footprint. Frequent feeder clubs include CT VALLEY, 2WAY, HGR.
- Connecticut10
- New York8
- Massachusetts7
- New Jersey6
- New Hampshire2
- CT VALLEY5
- 2WAY2
- HGR2
- NJ RIOT2
- SOUTHSHORE2
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 Johnson & Wales
The typical women's lacrosse recruit landing at Johnson & Wales is a Tier 11 player (median of 28 tracked commits).
The typical men's lacrosse recruit landing at Johnson & Wales is a Tier 12 player (median of 35 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 III programs: #93 (2023) to #116 (2026).
The program's rating rank among Division III programs has been stable — #155 (2023) to #153 (2026).
Academic & School Profile
Published tuition is about $38,000 per year before financial aid. 58% of students graduate within six years. About 5,200 undergraduates attend. For recruits, sticker price rarely equals net price — bring cost and aid questions into coach conversations early.
Johnson & Wales Lacrosse FAQ
Does Johnson & Wales have a women's lacrosse program?
Yes — Johnson & Wales fields a women's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division III level.
Does Johnson & Wales have a men's lacrosse program?
Yes — Johnson & Wales fields a men's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division III level.
What states do Johnson & Wales lacrosse players come from?
Tracked men's lacrosse commits to Johnson & Wales came from 7 states, led by CT (10), NY (8), MA (7). About 0% are in-state recruits.
How many lacrosse players does Johnson & Wales recruit each year?
Across the 2024–2027 classes, our data tracks an average of about 6 men's lacrosse commits per class at Johnson & Wales. Actual roster needs vary year to year by position and graduation.
What GPA do you need to play lacrosse at Johnson & Wales?
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 Johnson & Wales?
Among tracked men's lacrosse commits, the most frequent feeder clubs are CT VALLEY, 2WAY, HGR. 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