Malone
Malone University
With about 777 undergraduates, Malone is a small private college in Canton, 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 76%, with an average SAT of 1089. The school's six-year graduation rate is 51%.
Lacrosse Programs at Malone
Malone plays women's lacrosse in the Great Midwest Athletic Conference, competing at the NCAA Division II level. The team went 11-5 in the 2026 season. In Recruit Plan's national rankings the program sits at #437, Tier 12.
Malone plays men's lacrosse in the Great Midwest Athletic Conference, competing at the NCAA Division II level. The team went 1-14 in the 2026 season. In Recruit Plan's national rankings the program sits at #331, Tier 11.
Where Malone Lacrosse Recruits Come From
Across the classes of 2023–2027, our commitment data tracks 27 women's lacrosse recruits landing at Malone from 8 states. The pipeline is strongly local: Ohio leads with 17 commits (63% of the total). In-state recruits make up 63% of the pipeline — a regional program by the numbers. Nationally, New York produces the most tracked women's lacrosse commits (3,554), which makes Malone's Ohio-led pipeline a distinctive footprint. Frequent feeder clubs include Athena, Maxim, OH Premier.
- Ohio17
- Michigan3
- Illinois2
- Kentucky1
- Minnesota1
- Athena4
- Maxim2
- OH Premier2
- Pure Advantage2
- Black Jack1
- Brunswick2
- Forest Hills Northern/Eastern2
- Louisville2
Malone men's lacrosse added 16 tracked commits from 7 states over the classes of 2022–2025. Ohio leads the pipeline with 5 commits. Nationally, New York produces the most tracked men's lacrosse commits (4,074), which makes Malone's Ohio-led pipeline a distinctive footprint. Frequent feeder clubs include 79ERS, MN LOONS, PERFORMAX.
- Ohio5
- New York3
- Illinois2
- Michigan2
- Minnesota2
- 79ERS2
- MN LOONS2
- PERFORMAX2
- RESOLUTE2
- 9891
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 Malone
The typical women's lacrosse recruit landing at Malone is a Tier 12 player (median of 26 tracked commits).
The typical men's lacrosse recruit landing at Malone is a Tier 7 player (median of 16 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
A program on the rise among Division II programs — climbing from #105 (2024) to #91 (2026).
The rating trend points down among Division II programs: #67 (2023) to #73 (2026).
Academic & School Profile
Published tuition is about $36,120 per year before financial aid. 51% of students graduate within six years. About 777 undergraduates attend. Use these figures as a baseline — actual cost depends on aid, and the earlier that conversation happens, the better.
Malone Lacrosse FAQ
Does Malone have a women's lacrosse program?
Yes — Malone fields a women's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division II level in the Great Midwest Athletic Conference.
Does Malone have a men's lacrosse program?
Yes — Malone fields a men's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division II level in the Great Midwest Athletic Conference.
What states do Malone lacrosse players come from?
Tracked women's lacrosse commits to Malone came from 8 states, led by OH (17), MI (3), IL (2). About 63% are in-state recruits.
How many lacrosse players does Malone recruit each year?
Across the 2024–2027 classes, our data tracks an average of about 4 women's lacrosse commits per class at Malone. Actual roster needs vary year to year by position and graduation.
What GPA do you need to play lacrosse at Malone?
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 Malone?
Among tracked women's lacrosse commits, the most frequent feeder clubs are Athena, Maxim, OH Premier. 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