Merrimack
Merrimack College
Merrimack is an NCAA Division I program in the MAAC, based in North Andover, MA, with both men's and women's lacrosse programs. Acceptance is broad at 74%. Total undergraduate enrollment is about 4,043. The school's six-year graduation rate is 72%.
Lacrosse Programs at Merrimack
The Merrimack women's lacrosse program competes at the NCAA Division I level in the MAAC. The team went 6-11 in the 2026 season. Recruit Plan currently ranks the program #157 nationally (Tier 8).
In men's lacrosse, Merrimack is a NCAA Division I program and a member of the MAAC. The team went 7-9 in the 2026 season. Recruit Plan currently ranks the program #67 nationally (Tier 5).
Where Merrimack Lacrosse Recruits Come From
Across the classes of 2020–2027, our commitment data tracks 66 women's lacrosse recruits landing at Merrimack from 15 states. The largest share arrives from Massachusetts (22 commits). Nationally, New York produces the most tracked women's lacrosse commits (3,554), which makes Merrimack's Massachusetts-led pipeline a distinctive footprint. Club pipelines matter here: NH Tomahawks, Bay State Bullets, Granite State appear most often among tracked commits.
- Massachusetts22
- New York14
- New Hampshire12
- Connecticut4
- New Jersey3
- NH Tomahawks8
- Bay State Bullets4
- Granite State3
- Nor'easter3
- REV3
- Chelmsford3
- Bishop Guertin2
- Franklin2
Across the classes of 2020–2027, our commitment data tracks 124 men's lacrosse recruits landing at Merrimack from 21 states. The largest share arrives from Massachusetts (25 commits). This is a nationally recruited roster — only 20% of commits come from Massachusetts itself. Nationally, New York produces the most tracked men's lacrosse commits (4,074), which makes Merrimack's Massachusetts-led pipeline a distinctive footprint. Club pipelines matter here: NH TOMAHAWKS, LAXACHUSETTS, 4LEAF appear most often among tracked commits.
- Massachusetts25
- New York14
- New Jersey13
- Colorado12
- New Hampshire10
- NH TOMAHAWKS10
- LAXACHUSETTS8
- 4LEAF6
- FIGHTING CLAMS5
- SHORE2SHORE5
Based on commitments tracked through the class of 2027. How this data is built
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Who Gets Recruited to Play at Merrimack
Of 60 tracked Merrimack women's lacrosse commits with a Recruit Plan tier, the median recruit is Tier 8.
Of 124 tracked Merrimack men's lacrosse commits with a Recruit Plan tier, the median recruit is Tier 4, and 100% were Top-4-tier recruits.
Academically, programs in this selectivity band typically look for a ~3.0+ unweighted GPA.
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Program Trajectory
Merrimack women's lacrosse has held steady in our rating history among Division I programs: #113 in 2023, #112 in 2026.
Merrimack men's lacrosse has slipped among Division I programs in our rating history, from #52 in 2023 to #58 in 2026.
Academic & School Profile
Merrimack lists tuition at about $51,786 a year, before aid and scholarships. The six-year graduation rate is 72%. Undergraduate enrollment is about 4,043. Recruits should treat these as starting numbers: net cost after aid varies widely, so ask about it early in the process.
Merrimack Lacrosse FAQ
Does Merrimack have a women's lacrosse program?
Yes — Merrimack fields a women's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division I level in the MAAC.
Does Merrimack have a men's lacrosse program?
Yes — Merrimack fields a men's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division I level in the MAAC.
What states do Merrimack lacrosse players come from?
Tracked men's lacrosse commits to Merrimack came from 21 states, led by MA (25), NY (14), NJ (13). About 20% are in-state recruits.
How many lacrosse players does Merrimack recruit each year?
Across the 2024–2027 classes, our data tracks an average of about 18 men's lacrosse commits per class at Merrimack. Actual roster needs vary year to year by position and graduation.
What GPA do you need to play lacrosse at Merrimack?
There is no fixed cutoff, but selectivity sets the bar. Academically, programs in this selectivity band typically look for a ~3.0+ unweighted GPA. Coaches can sometimes support strong athletes below that band — grades widen or narrow your options.
Which club teams send players to Merrimack?
Among tracked men's lacrosse commits, the most frequent feeder clubs are NH TOMAHAWKS, LAXACHUSETTS, 4LEAF. 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