Kalamazoo
Kalamazoo College
Kalamazoo is a small private college in Kalamazoo, MI, with about 1,175 undergraduates. The school 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 1270. The school's six-year graduation rate is 82%.
Lacrosse Programs at Kalamazoo
Kalamazoo plays women's lacrosse in the MIAA, competing at the NCAA Division III level. The team went 10-9 in the 2026 season. Recruit Plan currently ranks the program #400 nationally (Tier 12).
In men's lacrosse, Kalamazoo is a NCAA Division III program and a member of the MIAA. The team went 6-9 in the 2026 season. Recruit Plan currently ranks the program #302 nationally (Tier 11).
Where Kalamazoo Lacrosse Recruits Come From
Kalamazoo women's lacrosse added 24 tracked commits from 4 states over the classes of 2020–2027. Michigan — the program's home state — supplies the largest share, 21 of 24 commits. 88% of commits stay in-state, so Michigan players have a real edge in visibility. Nationally, New York produces the most tracked women's lacrosse commits (3,554), which makes Kalamazoo's Michigan-led pipeline a distinctive footprint. Club pipelines matter here: MLXA, Pure Advantage, 313 appear most often among tracked commits.
- Michigan21
- California1
- Florida1
- Tennessee1
- MLXA2
- Pure Advantage2
- 3131
- Detroit Lax1
- LaxManiax1
- Lake Orion2
- Other2
- Spring Lake2
Across the classes of 2020–2026, our commitment data tracks 23 men's lacrosse recruits landing at Kalamazoo from 4 states. Michigan — the program's home state — supplies the largest share, 20 of 23 commits. 87% of commits stay in-state, so Michigan players have a real edge in visibility. Nationally, New York produces the most tracked men's lacrosse commits (4,074), which makes Kalamazoo's Michigan-led pipeline a distinctive footprint. Club pipelines matter here: 313, COALITION, BANDITS appear most often among tracked commits.
- Michigan20
- Colorado1
- Illinois1
- Texas1
- 3136
- COALITION5
- BANDITS2
- TRUE MICHIGAN2
- EAST AVE1
Based on commitments tracked through the class of 2027. How this data is built
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Who Gets Recruited to Play at Kalamazoo
Of 24 tracked Kalamazoo women's lacrosse commits with a Recruit Plan tier, the median recruit is Tier 12.
Of 23 tracked Kalamazoo men's lacrosse commits with a Recruit Plan tier, the median recruit is Tier 10.
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
Kalamazoo women's lacrosse is trending up among Division III programs: from #191 in 2023 to #135 in 2026 in our rating history.
Kalamazoo men's lacrosse is trending up among Division III programs: from #174 in 2023 to #143 in 2026 in our rating history.
Academic & School Profile
Kalamazoo lists tuition at about $58,764 a year, before aid and scholarships. The six-year graduation rate is 82%. Undergraduate enrollment is about 1,175. For recruits, sticker price rarely equals net price — bring cost and aid questions into coach conversations early.
Kalamazoo Lacrosse FAQ
Does Kalamazoo have a women's lacrosse program?
Yes — Kalamazoo fields a women's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division III level in the MIAA.
Does Kalamazoo have a men's lacrosse program?
Yes — Kalamazoo fields a men's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division III level in the MIAA.
What states do Kalamazoo lacrosse players come from?
Tracked women's lacrosse commits to Kalamazoo came from 4 states, led by MI (21), CA (1), FL (1). About 88% are in-state recruits.
How many lacrosse players does Kalamazoo recruit each year?
Across the 2023–2027 classes, our data tracks an average of about 3 women's lacrosse commits per class at Kalamazoo. Actual roster needs vary year to year by position and graduation.
What GPA do you need to play lacrosse at Kalamazoo?
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 Kalamazoo?
Among tracked women's lacrosse commits, the most frequent feeder clubs are MLXA, Pure Advantage, 313. 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