North Carolina
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
With a 19% acceptance rate and an average SAT of 1454, North Carolina sits among the more selective public universities fielding lacrosse. The school competes in the ACC at the NCAA Division I level, fielding both men's and women's lacrosse programs. Total undergraduate enrollment is about 20,556. The school's six-year graduation rate is 92%.
Lacrosse Programs at North Carolina
In women's lacrosse, North Carolina is a NCAA Division I program and a member of the ACC. The team went 17-1 in the 2026 season, finishing ranked #3 in the DI Committee's Top 10 poll. Recruit Plan currently ranks the program #1 nationally (Tier 1).
The North Carolina men's lacrosse program competes at the NCAA Division I level in the ACC. The team went 13-4 in the 2026 season, finishing ranked #3 in the DI Committee's Top 10 poll. Recruit Plan currently ranks the program #9 nationally (Tier 2).
Where North Carolina Lacrosse Recruits Come From
North Carolina women's lacrosse added 68 tracked commits from 13 states over the classes of 2020–2027. The largest share arrives from New York (16 commits). This is a nationally recruited roster — only 3% of commits come from North Carolina itself. Club pipelines matter here: LI Elite, M&D, Team 180 appear most often among tracked commits.
- New York16
- Connecticut9
- Pennsylvania9
- Colorado8
- New Jersey7
- LI Elite6
- M&D4
- Team 1804
- CT Grizzlies3
- LI TopGuns3
- McDonogh School4
- Valor Christian4
- Agnes Irwin2
Our data covers 147 men's lacrosse commitments to North Carolina from 24 states across the classes of 2020–2027. The largest share arrives from New York (31 commits). This is a nationally recruited roster — only 10% of commits come from North Carolina itself. Club pipelines matter here: EXPRESS, TEAM 91 LONG ISLAND, MAD DOG appear most often among tracked commits.
- New York31
- Connecticut20
- North Carolina14
- California12
- Maryland12
- EXPRESS9
- TEAM 91 LONG ISLAND9
- MAD DOG8
- LI EXPRESS7
- TEAM 916
Based on commitments tracked through the class of 2027. How this data is built
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Who Gets Recruited to Play at North Carolina
Of 64 tracked North Carolina women's lacrosse commits with a Recruit Plan tier, the median recruit is Tier 1, and 100% were Top-4-tier recruits.
Of 147 tracked North Carolina men's lacrosse commits with a Recruit Plan tier, the median recruit is Tier 2, and 100% were Top-4-tier recruits.
Academically, programs in this selectivity band typically look for a ~3.7+ unweighted GPA.
Related: what SAT and GPA college lacrosse players actually need
Program Trajectory
North Carolina women's lacrosse is trending up among Division I programs: from #4 in 2023 to #1 in 2026 in our rating history.
North Carolina men's lacrosse is trending up among Division I programs: from #10 in 2023 to #4 in 2026 in our rating history.
Academic & School Profile
Published tuition runs about $8,989 in state and $39,330 for out-of-state students. The six-year graduation rate is 92%. Undergraduate enrollment is about 20,556. Recruits should treat these as starting numbers: net cost after aid varies widely, so ask about it early in the process.
North Carolina Lacrosse FAQ
Does North Carolina have a women's lacrosse program?
Yes — North Carolina fields a women's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division I level in the ACC.
Does North Carolina have a men's lacrosse program?
Yes — North Carolina fields a men's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division I level in the ACC.
What states do North Carolina lacrosse players come from?
Tracked men's lacrosse commits to North Carolina came from 24 states, led by NY (31), CT (20), NC (14). About 10% are in-state recruits.
How many lacrosse players does North Carolina recruit each year?
Across the 2024–2027 classes, our data tracks an average of about 20 men's lacrosse commits per class at North Carolina. Actual roster needs vary year to year by position and graduation.
What GPA do you need to play lacrosse at North Carolina?
There is no fixed cutoff, but selectivity sets the bar. Academically, programs in this selectivity band typically look for a ~3.7+ unweighted GPA. Coaches can sometimes support strong athletes below that band — grades widen or narrow your options.
Which club teams send players to North Carolina?
Among tracked men's lacrosse commits, the most frequent feeder clubs are EXPRESS, TEAM 91 LONG ISLAND, MAD DOG. 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