New England College
With about 980 undergraduates, New England College is a small private college in Henniker, NH. The school competes in the Great Northeast Athletic Conference at the NCAA Division III level, fielding both men's and women's lacrosse programs. Acceptance is broad at 96%. The school's six-year graduation rate is 31%.
Lacrosse Programs at New England College
The New England College women's lacrosse program competes at the NCAA Division III level in the Great Northeast Athletic Conference. The team went 11-7 in the 2026 season. In Recruit Plan's national rankings the program sits at #476, Tier 12.
The New England College men's lacrosse program competes at the NCAA Division III level in the Great Northeast Athletic Conference. The team went 4-11 in the 2026 season. In Recruit Plan's national rankings the program sits at #356, Tier 11.
Where New England College Lacrosse Recruits Come From
Across the classes of 2020–2026, our commitment data tracks 22 men's lacrosse recruits landing at New England College from 5 states. Massachusetts leads the pipeline with 8 commits. Nationally, New York produces the most tracked men's lacrosse commits (4,074), which makes New England College's Massachusetts-led pipeline a distinctive footprint. Frequent feeder clubs include HOULAGAN, NH TOMAHAWKS, RI BULLDOGS.
- Massachusetts8
- New Hampshire8
- Rhode Island3
- Connecticut2
- California1
- HOULAGAN4
- NH TOMAHAWKS3
- RI BULLDOGS3
- COYOTES2
- 3D NEW ENGLAND1
Based on commitments tracked through the class of 2026. How this data is built
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Who Gets Recruited to Play at New England College
The typical men's lacrosse recruit landing at New England College is a Tier 10 player (median of 22 tracked commits).
Academically, programs in this selectivity band typically look for a ~2.5+ unweighted GPA.
Related: what SAT and GPA college lacrosse players actually need
Program Trajectory
A program on the rise among Division III programs — climbing from #212 (2023) to #184 (2026).
A program on the rise among Division III programs — climbing from #190 (2023) to #187 (2026).
Academic & School Profile
Published tuition is about $41,578 per year before financial aid. 31% of students graduate within six years. About 980 undergraduates attend. Recruits should treat these as starting numbers: net cost after aid varies widely, so ask about it early in the process.
New England College Lacrosse FAQ
Does New England College have a women's lacrosse program?
Yes — New England College fields a women's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division III level in the Great Northeast Athletic Conference.
Does New England College have a men's lacrosse program?
Yes — New England College fields a men's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division III level in the Great Northeast Athletic Conference.
What states do New England College lacrosse players come from?
Tracked men's lacrosse commits to New England College came from 5 states, led by MA (8), NH (8), RI (3). About 36% are in-state recruits.
How many lacrosse players does New England College recruit each year?
Across the 2023–2026 classes, our data tracks an average of about 5 men's lacrosse commits per class at New England College. Actual roster needs vary year to year by position and graduation.
What GPA do you need to play lacrosse at New England College?
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 New England College?
Among tracked men's lacrosse commits, the most frequent feeder clubs are HOULAGAN, NH TOMAHAWKS, RI BULLDOGS. 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