Lafayette
Lafayette College
Lafayette, in Easton, PA, competes in the Patriot League at the NCAA Division I level, fielding both men's and women's lacrosse programs. Acceptance is selective at 31%, with an average SAT of 1419. Total undergraduate enrollment is about 2,746. The school's six-year graduation rate is 88%.
Lacrosse Programs at Lafayette
Lafayette plays women's lacrosse in the Patriot League, competing at the NCAA Division I level. The team went 5-10 in the 2026 season. Recruit Plan currently ranks the program #99 nationally (Tier 6).
The Lafayette men's lacrosse program competes at the NCAA Division I level in the Patriot League. The team went 5-9 in the 2026 season. Recruit Plan currently ranks the program #42 nationally (Tier 4).
Where Lafayette Lacrosse Recruits Come From
Lafayette women's lacrosse added 72 tracked commits from 15 states over the classes of 2020–2027. The largest share arrives from New York (22 commits). This is a nationally recruited roster — only 17% of commits come from Pennsylvania itself. Club pipelines matter here: LI Elite, LI TopGuns, Nor'easter appear most often among tracked commits.
- New York22
- Pennsylvania12
- Connecticut9
- New Jersey9
- Virginia5
- LI Elite6
- LI TopGuns5
- Nor'easter4
- Philly Blast4
- Gold Coast3
- Radnor3
- Sacred Heart3
- Syosset3
Across the classes of 2020–2027, our commitment data tracks 155 men's lacrosse recruits landing at Lafayette from 20 states. The largest share arrives from New Jersey (36 commits). This is a nationally recruited roster — only 11% of commits come from Pennsylvania itself. Nationally, New York produces the most tracked men's lacrosse commits (4,074), which makes Lafayette's New Jersey-led pipeline a distinctive footprint. Club pipelines matter here: BBL, 2WAY, EXPRESS appear most often among tracked commits.
- New Jersey36
- New York19
- Connecticut17
- Pennsylvania17
- Maryland11
- BBL13
- 2WAY7
- EXPRESS7
- LEADING EDGE6
- FIGHTING CLAMS5
Based on commitments tracked through the class of 2027. How this data is built
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Who Gets Recruited to Play at Lafayette
Of 71 tracked Lafayette women's lacrosse commits with a Recruit Plan tier, the median recruit is Tier 6.
Of 155 tracked Lafayette men's lacrosse commits with a Recruit Plan tier, the median recruit is Tier 3, and 100% were Top-4-tier recruits.
Academically, programs in this selectivity band typically look for a ~3.7+ unweighted GPA.
Related: what SAT and GPA college lacrosse players actually need
Program Trajectory
Lafayette women's lacrosse is trending up among Division I programs: from #99 in 2023 to #92 in 2026 in our rating history.
Lafayette men's lacrosse has held steady in our rating history among Division I programs: #46 in 2023, #46 in 2026.
Academic & School Profile
Lafayette lists tuition at about $62,574 a year, before aid and scholarships. The six-year graduation rate is 88%. Undergraduate enrollment is about 2,746. Recruits should treat these as starting numbers: net cost after aid varies widely, so ask about it early in the process.
Lafayette Lacrosse FAQ
Does Lafayette have a women's lacrosse program?
Yes — Lafayette fields a women's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division I level in the Patriot League.
Does Lafayette have a men's lacrosse program?
Yes — Lafayette fields a men's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division I level in the Patriot League.
What states do Lafayette lacrosse players come from?
Tracked men's lacrosse commits to Lafayette came from 20 states, led by NJ (36), NY (19), CT (17). About 11% are in-state recruits.
How many lacrosse players does Lafayette recruit each year?
Across the 2024–2027 classes, our data tracks an average of about 22 men's lacrosse commits per class at Lafayette. Actual roster needs vary year to year by position and graduation.
What GPA do you need to play lacrosse at Lafayette?
There is no fixed cutoff, but selectivity sets the bar. Academically, programs in this selectivity band typically look for a ~3.7+ unweighted GPA. Coaches can sometimes support strong athletes below that band — grades widen or narrow your options.
Which club teams send players to Lafayette?
Among tracked men's lacrosse commits, the most frequent feeder clubs are BBL, 2WAY, EXPRESS. 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