McDaniel
McDaniel College
McDaniel is a small private college in Westminster, MD, with about 1,652 undergraduates. The school competes in the Centennial Conference at the NCAA Division III level, fielding both men's and women's lacrosse programs. Acceptance is broad at 84%. The school's six-year graduation rate is 64%.
Lacrosse Programs at McDaniel
The McDaniel women's lacrosse program competes at the NCAA Division III level in the Centennial Conference. The team went 6-11 in the 2026 season. Recruit Plan currently ranks the program #299 nationally (Tier 11).
The McDaniel men's lacrosse program competes at the NCAA Division III level in the Centennial Conference. The team went 5-12 in the 2026 season. Recruit Plan currently ranks the program #244 nationally (Tier 10).
Where McDaniel Lacrosse Recruits Come From
McDaniel women's lacrosse added 26 tracked commits from 6 states over the classes of 2020–2026. Maryland — the program's home state — supplies the largest share, 18 of 26 commits. 69% of commits stay in-state, so Maryland players have a real edge in visibility. Nationally, New York produces the most tracked women's lacrosse commits (3,554), which makes McDaniel's Maryland-led pipeline a distinctive footprint. Club pipelines matter here: Coppermine, NEMS, TLC appear most often among tracked commits.
- Maryland18
- Pennsylvania3
- New Jersey2
- Florida1
- Massachusetts1
- Coppermine2
- NEMS2
- TLC2
- Central PA Fusion1
- Check-Hers/Hurricanes1
- Manchester Valley2
- Amherst1
- Archbishop Spalding1
Across the classes of 2020–2027, our commitment data tracks 72 men's lacrosse recruits landing at McDaniel from 11 states. Maryland — the program's home state — supplies the largest share, 34 of 72 commits. Nationally, New York produces the most tracked men's lacrosse commits (4,074), which makes McDaniel's Maryland-led pipeline a distinctive footprint. Club pipelines matter here: BREAKERS, PROSTART, REBELS appear most often among tracked commits.
- Maryland34
- Pennsylvania18
- New Jersey5
- Delaware3
- Arizona2
- BREAKERS3
- PROSTART3
- REBELS3
- TEAM MD3
- TRUE MARYLAND3
Based on commitments tracked through the class of 2027. How this data is built
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Who Gets Recruited to Play at McDaniel
Of 26 tracked McDaniel women's lacrosse commits with a Recruit Plan tier, the median recruit is Tier 11.
Of 72 tracked McDaniel men's lacrosse commits with a Recruit Plan tier, the median recruit is Tier 10.
Academically, programs in this selectivity band typically look for a ~2.5+ unweighted GPA.
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Program Trajectory
McDaniel women's lacrosse has held steady in our rating history among Division III programs: #95 in 2023, #93 in 2026.
McDaniel men's lacrosse has slipped among Division III programs in our rating history, from #85 in 2023 to #128 in 2026.
Academic & School Profile
McDaniel lists tuition at about $49,647 a year, before aid and scholarships. The six-year graduation rate is 64%. Undergraduate enrollment is about 1,652. Recruits should treat these as starting numbers: net cost after aid varies widely, so ask about it early in the process.
McDaniel Lacrosse FAQ
Does McDaniel have a women's lacrosse program?
Yes — McDaniel fields a women's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division III level in the Centennial Conference.
Does McDaniel have a men's lacrosse program?
Yes — McDaniel fields a men's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division III level in the Centennial Conference.
What states do McDaniel lacrosse players come from?
Tracked men's lacrosse commits to McDaniel came from 11 states, led by MD (34), PA (18), NJ (5). About 47% are in-state recruits.
How many lacrosse players does McDaniel recruit each year?
Across the 2024–2027 classes, our data tracks an average of about 11 men's lacrosse commits per class at McDaniel. Actual roster needs vary year to year by position and graduation.
What GPA do you need to play lacrosse at McDaniel?
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 McDaniel?
Among tracked men's lacrosse commits, the most frequent feeder clubs are BREAKERS, PROSTART, REBELS. 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