New Haven
University of New Haven
New Haven is an NCAA Division II program in the Northeast Conference, based in West Haven, CT. New Haven fields a women's lacrosse program but does not offer men's lacrosse — recruits should plan accordingly. Acceptance is broad at 81%, with an average SAT of 1190. Total undergraduate enrollment is about 4,799. The school's six-year graduation rate is 59%.
Where New Haven Lacrosse Recruits Come From
Our data covers 43 women's lacrosse commitments to New Haven from 14 states across the classes of 2023–2027. The largest share arrives from New York (14 commits). This is a nationally recruited roster — only 14% of commits come from Connecticut itself. Club pipelines matter here: NH Tomahawks, BBL, FLG appear most often among tracked commits.
- New York14
- Connecticut6
- New Hampshire5
- New Jersey4
- Maryland3
- NH Tomahawks3
- BBL2
- FLG2
- Granite State2
- Monster2
Based on commitments tracked through the class of 2027. How this data is built
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Who Gets Recruited to Play at New Haven
Of 43 tracked New Haven women's lacrosse commits with a Recruit Plan tier, the median recruit is Tier 7.
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
New Haven women's lacrosse has held steady in our rating history among Division II programs: #13 in 2023, #14 in 2025.
Academic & School Profile
New Haven lists tuition at about $45,730 a year, before aid and scholarships. The six-year graduation rate is 59%. Undergraduate enrollment is about 4,799. Recruits should treat these as starting numbers: net cost after aid varies widely, so ask about it early in the process.
New Haven Lacrosse FAQ
Does New Haven have a women's lacrosse program?
Yes — New Haven fields a women's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division II level in the Northeast Conference.
Does New Haven have a men's lacrosse program?
No. New Haven does not currently field a men's lacrosse program in our database — only women's lacrosse.
What states do New Haven lacrosse players come from?
Tracked women's lacrosse commits to New Haven came from 14 states, led by NY (14), CT (6), NH (5). About 14% are in-state recruits.
How many lacrosse players does New Haven recruit each year?
Across the 2024–2027 classes, our data tracks an average of about 10 women's lacrosse commits per class at New Haven. Actual roster needs vary year to year by position and graduation.
What GPA do you need to play lacrosse at New Haven?
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 New Haven?
Among tracked women's lacrosse commits, the most frequent feeder clubs are NH Tomahawks, BBL, FLG. A club pipeline is a signal, not a requirement — coaches recruit from showcases and camps too.
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Data updated 2026-10-11 · methodology