Massachusetts
University of Massachusetts-Amherst
Massachusetts is an NCAA Division I program in the Mid-American Conference, based in Amherst, MA, with both men's and women's lacrosse programs. Acceptance is selective at 58%, with an average SAT of 1393. Total undergraduate enrollment is about 23,694. The school's six-year graduation rate is 83%.
Lacrosse Programs at Massachusetts
Massachusetts plays women's lacrosse in the Mid-American Conference, competing at the NCAA Division I level. The team went 16-3 in the 2026 season. In Recruit Plan's national rankings the program sits at #30, Tier 3.
In men's lacrosse, Massachusetts is a NCAA Division I program and a member of the Atlantic 10. The team went 10-5 in the 2026 season. In Recruit Plan's national rankings the program sits at #32, Tier 3.
Where Massachusetts Lacrosse Recruits Come From
Our data covers 67 women's lacrosse commitments to Massachusetts from 12 states across the classes of 2020–2027. New York leads the pipeline with 28 commits. Frequent feeder clubs include MA Elite, LI Elite, LI TopGuns.
- New York28
- Massachusetts19
- Pennsylvania4
- Maryland3
- Connecticut2
- MA Elite12
- LI Elite5
- LI TopGuns5
- ADK4
- Capital3
- Massapequa3
- Walpole3
- Bethlehem2
Massachusetts men's lacrosse added 122 tracked commits from 18 states over the classes of 2020–2027. Massachusetts leads the pipeline with 36 commits. Nationally, New York produces the most tracked men's lacrosse commits (4,074), which makes Massachusetts's Massachusetts-led pipeline a distinctive footprint. Frequent feeder clubs include LAXACHUSETTS, 3D NE, FIGHTING CLAMS.
- Massachusetts36
- New York24
- New Jersey11
- Illinois9
- Texas8
- LAXACHUSETTS9
- 3D NE6
- FIGHTING CLAMS6
- NH TOMAHAWKS5
- TRUE ILLINOIS5
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 Massachusetts
The typical women's lacrosse recruit landing at Massachusetts is a Tier 3 player (median of 61 tracked commits), and 100% were Top-4-tier recruits.
The typical men's lacrosse recruit landing at Massachusetts is a Tier 3 player (median of 122 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: #21 (2023) to #30 (2026).
The rating trend points down among Division I programs: #29 (2023) to #34 (2026).
Academic & School Profile
As a public school, Massachusetts lists tuition at about $17,357 for in-state students and $39,293 out of state. 83% of students graduate within six years. About 23,694 undergraduates attend. For recruits, sticker price rarely equals net price — bring cost and aid questions into coach conversations early.
Massachusetts Lacrosse FAQ
Does Massachusetts have a women's lacrosse program?
Yes — Massachusetts fields a women's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division I level in the Mid-American Conference.
Does Massachusetts have a men's lacrosse program?
Yes — Massachusetts fields a men's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division I level in the Atlantic 10.
What states do Massachusetts lacrosse players come from?
Tracked men's lacrosse commits to Massachusetts came from 18 states, led by MA (36), NY (24), NJ (11). About 30% are in-state recruits.
How many lacrosse players does Massachusetts recruit each year?
Across the 2024–2027 classes, our data tracks an average of about 17 men's lacrosse commits per class at Massachusetts. Actual roster needs vary year to year by position and graduation.
What GPA do you need to play lacrosse at Massachusetts?
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 Massachusetts?
Among tracked men's lacrosse commits, the most frequent feeder clubs are LAXACHUSETTS, 3D NE, FIGHTING CLAMS. 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