Kent State
Kent State University at Kent
Kent State sits in Kent, OH in the Midwest region as a public university. Kent State fields a women's lacrosse program but does not offer men's lacrosse — recruits should plan accordingly. The school competes at the NCAA Division I level. Acceptance is broad at 87%, with an average SAT of 1095. Total undergraduate enrollment is about 19,134. The school's six-year graduation rate is 65%.
Lacrosse Programs at Kent State
Where Kent State Lacrosse Recruits Come From
Kent State women's lacrosse added 68 tracked commits from 19 states over the classes of 2020–2027. The pipeline is strongly local: Ohio leads with 25 commits (37% of the total). Nationally, New York produces the most tracked women's lacrosse commits (3,554), which makes Kent State's Ohio-led pipeline a distinctive footprint. Frequent feeder clubs include Major Force, Lucky Lax, Maxim.
- Ohio25
- Maryland6
- Michigan5
- Minnesota4
- Pennsylvania4
- Major Force6
- Lucky Lax4
- Maxim4
- Resolute4
- MN Elite3
- Jackson Massillon4
- Notre Dame Prep3
- Worthington Kilbourne3
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 Kent State
The typical women's lacrosse recruit landing at Kent State is a Tier 7 player (median of 68 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 program's rating rank among Division I programs has been stable — #103 (2023) to #104 (2026).
Academic & School Profile
As a public school, Kent State lists tuition at about $12,846 for in-state students and $22,316 out of state. 65% of students graduate within six years. About 19,134 undergraduates attend. For recruits, sticker price rarely equals net price — bring cost and aid questions into coach conversations early.
Kent State Lacrosse FAQ
Does Kent State have a women's lacrosse program?
Yes — Kent State fields a women's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division I level.
Does Kent State have a men's lacrosse program?
No. Kent State does not currently field a men's lacrosse program in our database — only women's lacrosse.
What states do Kent State lacrosse players come from?
Tracked women's lacrosse commits to Kent State came from 19 states, led by OH (25), MD (6), MI (5). About 37% are in-state recruits.
How many lacrosse players does Kent State recruit each year?
Across the 2024–2027 classes, our data tracks an average of about 9 women's lacrosse commits per class at Kent State. Actual roster needs vary year to year by position and graduation.
What GPA do you need to play lacrosse at Kent State?
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 Kent State?
Among tracked women's lacrosse commits, the most frequent feeder clubs are Major Force, Lucky Lax, Maxim. 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