Methodist
Methodist University
Methodist is a small private college in Fayetteville, NC, with about 1,425 undergraduates. The school competes in the USA South Athletic Conference at the NCAA Division III level, fielding both men's and women's lacrosse programs. Acceptance is broad at 75%, with an average SAT of 1201. The school's six-year graduation rate is 40%.
Lacrosse Programs at Methodist
The Methodist women's lacrosse program competes at the NCAA Division III level in the USA South Athletic Conference. The team went 13-6 in the 2026 season. Recruit Plan currently ranks the program #391 nationally (Tier 12).
Methodist plays men's lacrosse in the USA South Athletic Conference, competing at the NCAA Division III level. The team went 8-9 in the 2026 season. Recruit Plan currently ranks the program #325 nationally (Tier 11).
Where Methodist Lacrosse Recruits Come From
Our data covers 22 women's lacrosse commitments to Methodist from 9 states across the classes of 2020–2026. The largest share arrives from North Carolina (7 commits). Nationally, New York produces the most tracked women's lacrosse commits (3,554), which makes Methodist's North Carolina-led pipeline a distinctive footprint. Club pipelines matter here: AFA, Beast, Chaos appear most often among tracked commits.
- North Carolina7
- Florida5
- Pennsylvania3
- Maryland2
- California1
- AFA1
- Beast1
- Chaos1
- Dynamite1
- FL Prime1
- Archbishop Spalding1
- Butler1
- Carlisle Area1
Our data covers 33 men's lacrosse commitments to Methodist from 8 states across the classes of 2020–2026. North Carolina — the program's home state — supplies the largest share, 22 of 33 commits. 67% of commits stay in-state, so North Carolina players have a real edge in visibility. Nationally, New York produces the most tracked men's lacrosse commits (4,074), which makes Methodist's North Carolina-led pipeline a distinctive footprint. Club pipelines matter here: RED DEVIL, HILLTOPPERS, CAPE FEAR SHAMROCKS appear most often among tracked commits.
- North Carolina22
- Maryland2
- Pennsylvania2
- Texas2
- Virginia2
- RED DEVIL5
- HILLTOPPERS3
- CAPE FEAR SHAMROCKS2
- CAROLINA NATIONAL2
- FUSION2
Based on commitments tracked through the class of 2026. How this data is built
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Who Gets Recruited to Play at Methodist
Of 22 tracked Methodist women's lacrosse commits with a Recruit Plan tier, the median recruit is Tier 12.
Of 33 tracked Methodist men's lacrosse commits with a Recruit Plan tier, the median recruit is Tier 11.
Academically, programs in this selectivity band typically look for a ~3.0+ unweighted GPA.
Related: what SAT and GPA college lacrosse players actually need
Program Trajectory
Methodist women's lacrosse has held steady in our rating history among Division III programs: #156 in 2023, #155 in 2026.
Methodist men's lacrosse is trending up among Division III programs: from #167 in 2023 to #161 in 2026 in our rating history.
Academic & School Profile
Methodist lists tuition at about $39,664 a year, before aid and scholarships. The six-year graduation rate is 40%. Undergraduate enrollment is about 1,425. Use these figures as a baseline — actual cost depends on aid, and the earlier that conversation happens, the better.
Methodist Lacrosse FAQ
Does Methodist have a women's lacrosse program?
Yes — Methodist fields a women's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division III level in the USA South Athletic Conference.
Does Methodist have a men's lacrosse program?
Yes — Methodist fields a men's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division III level in the USA South Athletic Conference.
What states do Methodist lacrosse players come from?
Tracked men's lacrosse commits to Methodist came from 8 states, led by NC (22), MD (2), PA (2). About 67% are in-state recruits.
How many lacrosse players does Methodist recruit each year?
Across the 2023–2026 classes, our data tracks an average of about 7 men's lacrosse commits per class at Methodist. Actual roster needs vary year to year by position and graduation.
What GPA do you need to play lacrosse at Methodist?
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 Methodist?
Among tracked men's lacrosse commits, the most frequent feeder clubs are RED DEVIL, HILLTOPPERS, CAPE FEAR SHAMROCKS. 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