Lake Erie
Lake Erie College
With about 678 undergraduates, Lake Erie is a small private college in Painesville, OH. The school competes in the Great Midwest Athletic Conference at the NCAA Division II level, fielding both men's and women's lacrosse programs. Acceptance is broad at 64%, with an average SAT of 1114. The school's six-year graduation rate is 42%.
Lacrosse Programs at Lake Erie
The Lake Erie women's lacrosse program competes at the NCAA Division II level in the Great Midwest Athletic Conference. The team went 2-13 in the 2026 season. Recruit Plan currently ranks the program #474 nationally (Tier 12).
Lake Erie plays men's lacrosse in the Great Midwest Athletic Conference, competing at the NCAA Division II level. The team went 4-10 in the 2026 season. Recruit Plan currently ranks the program #253 nationally (Tier 10).
Where Lake Erie Lacrosse Recruits Come From
Across the classes of 2020–2025, our commitment data tracks 22 women's lacrosse recruits landing at Lake Erie from 8 states. Ohio — the program's home state — supplies the largest share, 12 of 22 commits. 55% of commits stay in-state, so Ohio players have a real edge in visibility. Nationally, New York produces the most tracked women's lacrosse commits (3,554), which makes Lake Erie's Ohio-led pipeline a distinctive footprint. Club pipelines matter here: OH Premier, Big Fish, Burning River appear most often among tracked commits.
- Ohio12
- Indiana2
- New York2
- Pennsylvania2
- California1
- OH Premier2
- Big Fish1
- Burning River1
- Circle City1
- High Sierra1
- Riverside4
- Abington Heights1
- Avon Lake1
Our data covers 28 men's lacrosse commitments to Lake Erie from 8 states across the classes of 2020–2026. The largest share arrives from New York (8 commits). This is a nationally recruited roster — only 14% of commits come from Ohio itself. Club pipelines matter here: 79ERS, PERFORMAX, TEAM MD appear most often among tracked commits.
- New York8
- Maryland5
- Michigan4
- Ohio4
- Pennsylvania3
- 79ERS3
- PERFORMAX3
- TEAM MD3
- BUFFALO LAX2
- FCA2
Based on commitments tracked through the class of 2026. How this data is built
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Who Gets Recruited to Play at Lake Erie
Of 22 tracked Lake Erie women's lacrosse commits with a Recruit Plan tier, the median recruit is Tier 12.
Of 28 tracked Lake Erie men's lacrosse commits with a Recruit Plan tier, the median recruit is Tier 7.
Academically, programs in this selectivity band typically look for a ~3.0+ unweighted GPA.
Related: what SAT and GPA college lacrosse players actually need
Program Trajectory
Lake Erie women's lacrosse has slipped among Division II programs in our rating history, from #97 in 2023 to #108 in 2026.
Lake Erie men's lacrosse has slipped among Division II programs in our rating history, from #46 in 2023 to #62 in 2026.
Academic & School Profile
Lake Erie lists tuition at about $36,032 a year, before aid and scholarships. The six-year graduation rate is 42%. Undergraduate enrollment is about 678. Recruits should treat these as starting numbers: net cost after aid varies widely, so ask about it early in the process.
Lake Erie Lacrosse FAQ
Does Lake Erie have a women's lacrosse program?
Yes — Lake Erie fields a women's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division II level in the Great Midwest Athletic Conference.
Does Lake Erie have a men's lacrosse program?
Yes — Lake Erie fields a men's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division II level in the Great Midwest Athletic Conference.
What states do Lake Erie lacrosse players come from?
Tracked men's lacrosse commits to Lake Erie came from 8 states, led by NY (8), MD (5), MI (4). About 14% are in-state recruits.
How many lacrosse players does Lake Erie recruit each year?
Across the 2023–2026 classes, our data tracks an average of about 4 men's lacrosse commits per class at Lake Erie. Actual roster needs vary year to year by position and graduation.
What GPA do you need to play lacrosse at Lake Erie?
There is no fixed cutoff, but selectivity sets the bar. Academically, programs in this selectivity band typically look for a ~3.0+ unweighted GPA. Coaches can sometimes support strong athletes below that band — grades widen or narrow your options.
Which club teams send players to Lake Erie?
Among tracked men's lacrosse commits, the most frequent feeder clubs are 79ERS, PERFORMAX, TEAM MD. 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