Lees-McRae
Lees-McRae College
With about 817 undergraduates, Lees-McRae is a small private college in Banner Elk, NC. The school competes in the Conference Carolinas at the NCAA Division II level, fielding both men's and women's lacrosse programs. Acceptance is broad at 81%, with an average SAT of 1140. The school's six-year graduation rate is 44%.
Lacrosse Programs at Lees-McRae
Lees-McRae plays women's lacrosse in the Conference Carolinas, competing at the NCAA Division II level. The team went 5-12 in the 2026 season. In Recruit Plan's national rankings the program sits at #510, Tier 12.
The Lees-McRae men's lacrosse program competes at the NCAA Division II level in the Conference Carolinas. The team went 11-6 in the 2026 season. In Recruit Plan's national rankings the program sits at #287, Tier 10.
Where Lees-McRae Lacrosse Recruits Come From
Lees-McRae women's lacrosse added 12 tracked commits from 7 states over the classes of 2020–2027. South Carolina leads the pipeline with 4 commits. Just 8% 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 Lees-McRae's South Carolina-led pipeline a distinctive footprint. Frequent feeder clubs include 214, Bears, Charlotte Fury.
- South Carolina4
- Florida3
- Indiana1
- North Carolina1
- New Jersey1
- 2141
- Bears1
- Charlotte Fury1
- Jax Surge1
- VA Metro1
- Caldwell1
- Chapin1
- Fort Lauderdale1
Across the classes of 2020–2026, our commitment data tracks 41 men's lacrosse recruits landing at Lees-McRae from 18 states. North Carolina leads the pipeline with 9 commits. Just 22% 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 Lees-McRae's North Carolina-led pipeline a distinctive footprint. Frequent feeder clubs include DUKES, RED DEVIL, TNLAX.
- North Carolina9
- Florida3
- Maryland3
- New York3
- ON3
- DUKES2
- RED DEVIL2
- TNLAX2
- 3D GEORGIA1
- BEAR STATE1
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 Lees-McRae
The typical women's lacrosse recruit landing at Lees-McRae is a Tier 12 player (median of 11 tracked commits).
The typical men's lacrosse recruit landing at Lees-McRae is a Tier 7 player (median of 41 tracked commits).
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
The rating trend points down among Division II programs: #99 (2023) to #110 (2026).
A program on the rise among Division II programs — climbing from #69 (2023) to #38 (2026).
Academic & School Profile
Published tuition is about $31,140 per year before financial aid. 44% of students graduate within six years. About 817 undergraduates attend. For recruits, sticker price rarely equals net price — bring cost and aid questions into coach conversations early.
Lees-McRae Lacrosse FAQ
Does Lees-McRae have a women's lacrosse program?
Yes — Lees-McRae fields a women's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division II level in the Conference Carolinas.
Does Lees-McRae have a men's lacrosse program?
Yes — Lees-McRae fields a men's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division II level in the Conference Carolinas.
What states do Lees-McRae lacrosse players come from?
Tracked men's lacrosse commits to Lees-McRae came from 18 states, led by NC (9), FL (3), MD (3). About 22% are in-state recruits.
How many lacrosse players does Lees-McRae recruit each year?
Across the 2022–2026 classes, our data tracks an average of about 7 men's lacrosse commits per class at Lees-McRae. Actual roster needs vary year to year by position and graduation.
What GPA do you need to play lacrosse at Lees-McRae?
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 Lees-McRae?
Among tracked men's lacrosse commits, the most frequent feeder clubs are DUKES, RED DEVIL, TNLAX. 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