Loyola
Loyola University Maryland
Loyola's lacrosse programs play in the Patriot League at the NCAA Division I level out of Baltimore, MD. Acceptance is broad at 76%, with an average SAT of 1292. Total undergraduate enrollment is about 3,975. The school's six-year graduation rate is 80%.
Lacrosse Programs at Loyola
In women's lacrosse, Loyola is a NCAA Division I program and a member of the Patriot League. The team went 12-8 in the 2026 season. In Recruit Plan's national rankings the program sits at #16, Tier 2.
In men's lacrosse, Loyola is a NCAA Division I program and a member of the Patriot League. The team went 10-6 in the 2026 season. In Recruit Plan's national rankings the program sits at #27, Tier 3.
Where Loyola Lacrosse Recruits Come From
Loyola women's lacrosse added 58 tracked commits from 14 states over the classes of 2020–2027. Maryland leads the pipeline with 12 commits. Just 21% 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 Loyola's Maryland-led pipeline a distinctive footprint. Frequent feeder clubs include M&D, NXT, LI Elite.
- Maryland12
- New York11
- Pennsylvania9
- New Jersey8
- California3
- M&D5
- NXT4
- LI Elite2
- LI Jesters2
- LI TopGuns2
- Archbishop Carroll2
- Bethpage2
- Concord-Carlisle2
Our data covers 129 men's lacrosse commitments to Loyola from 24 states across the classes of 2020–2027. New York leads the pipeline with 17 commits. Just 11% of commits are in-state, so out-of-state recruits are the norm here. Frequent feeder clubs include ECLIPSE, TEAM 91, MAD DOG.
- New York17
- Connecticut14
- Maryland14
- North Carolina13
- New Jersey9
- ECLIPSE8
- TEAM 917
- MAD DOG6
- BALTIMORE CRABS5
- LOONEYS4
Based on commitments tracked through the class of 2027. How this data is built
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Who Gets Recruited to Play at Loyola
The typical women's lacrosse recruit landing at Loyola is a Tier 2 player (median of 54 tracked commits), and 100% were Top-4-tier recruits.
The typical men's lacrosse recruit landing at Loyola is a Tier 3 player (median of 129 tracked commits), and 100% were Top-4-tier recruits.
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
The rating trend points down among Division I programs: #6 (2023) to #21 (2026).
The program's rating rank among Division I programs has been stable — #23 (2023) to #22 (2026).
Academic & School Profile
Published tuition is about $55,480 per year before financial aid. 80% of students graduate within six years. About 3,975 undergraduates attend. Recruits should treat these as starting numbers: net cost after aid varies widely, so ask about it early in the process.
Loyola Lacrosse FAQ
Does Loyola have a women's lacrosse program?
Yes — Loyola fields a women's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division I level in the Patriot League.
Does Loyola have a men's lacrosse program?
Yes — Loyola fields a men's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division I level in the Patriot League.
What states do Loyola lacrosse players come from?
Tracked men's lacrosse commits to Loyola came from 24 states, led by NY (17), CT (14), MD (14). About 11% are in-state recruits.
How many lacrosse players does Loyola recruit each year?
Across the 2024–2027 classes, our data tracks an average of about 18 men's lacrosse commits per class at Loyola. Actual roster needs vary year to year by position and graduation.
What GPA do you need to play lacrosse at Loyola?
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 Loyola?
Among tracked men's lacrosse commits, the most frequent feeder clubs are ECLIPSE, TEAM 91, MAD DOG. 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