Manhattan
Manhattan University
Manhattan is an NCAA Division I program in the MAAC, based in Riverdale, NY, with both men's and women's lacrosse programs. Acceptance is broad at 78%, with an average SAT of 1254. Total undergraduate enrollment is about 2,928. The school's six-year graduation rate is 66%.
Lacrosse Programs at Manhattan
The Manhattan women's lacrosse program competes at the NCAA Division I level in the MAAC. The team went 3-14 in the 2026 season. In Recruit Plan's national rankings the program sits at #148, Tier 8.
In men's lacrosse, Manhattan is a NCAA Division I program and a member of the MAAC. The team went 4-10 in the 2026 season. In Recruit Plan's national rankings the program sits at #72, Tier 5.
Where Manhattan Lacrosse Recruits Come From
Our data covers 69 women's lacrosse commitments to Manhattan from 19 states across the classes of 2020–2027. The pipeline is strongly local: New York leads with 27 commits (39% of the total). Frequent feeder clubs include LI Team 91, LI TopGuns, NXT.
- New York27
- Pennsylvania12
- New Jersey7
- Maryland4
- Delaware2
- LI Team 914
- LI TopGuns4
- NXT3
- 2142
- Big 4 HHH2
- Brighton3
- Kellenberg2
- Other2
Across the classes of 2020–2027, our commitment data tracks 102 men's lacrosse recruits landing at Manhattan from 17 states. New York leads the pipeline with 31 commits. Frequent feeder clubs include MAD DOG, ADVNC, GAFFER ELITE.
- New York31
- New Jersey21
- California9
- Pennsylvania9
- Arizona5
- MAD DOG7
- ADVNC4
- GAFFER ELITE4
- LI LEGACY4
- NJ RIOT4
Based on commitments tracked through the class of 2027. How this data is built
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Who Gets Recruited to Play at Manhattan
The typical women's lacrosse recruit landing at Manhattan is a Tier 8 player (median of 67 tracked commits).
The typical men's lacrosse recruit landing at Manhattan is a Tier 4 player (median of 102 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: #96 (2023) to #121 (2026).
The rating trend points down among Division I programs: #55 (2023) to #67 (2026).
Academic & School Profile
Published tuition is about $50,850 per year before financial aid. 66% of students graduate within six years. About 2,928 undergraduates attend. Use these figures as a baseline — actual cost depends on aid, and the earlier that conversation happens, the better.
Manhattan Lacrosse FAQ
Does Manhattan have a women's lacrosse program?
Yes — Manhattan fields a women's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division I level in the MAAC.
Does Manhattan have a men's lacrosse program?
Yes — Manhattan fields a men's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division I level in the MAAC.
What states do Manhattan lacrosse players come from?
Tracked men's lacrosse commits to Manhattan came from 17 states, led by NY (31), NJ (21), CA (9). About 30% are in-state recruits.
How many lacrosse players does Manhattan recruit each year?
Across the 2024–2027 classes, our data tracks an average of about 12 men's lacrosse commits per class at Manhattan. Actual roster needs vary year to year by position and graduation.
What GPA do you need to play lacrosse at Manhattan?
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 Manhattan?
Among tracked men's lacrosse commits, the most frequent feeder clubs are MAD DOG, ADVNC, GAFFER ELITE. 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