Notre Dame
University of Notre Dame
Notre Dame is a selective private university in Notre Dame, IN with a 12% acceptance rate and an average SAT of 1510. 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 8,923. The school's six-year graduation rate is 97%.
Lacrosse Programs at Notre Dame
The Notre Dame women's lacrosse program competes at the NCAA Division I level in the ACC. The team went 12-6 in the 2026 season. In Recruit Plan's national rankings the program sits at #10, Tier 2.
The Notre Dame men's lacrosse program competes at the NCAA Division I level in the ACC. The team went 11-2 in the 2026 season, finishing ranked #1 in the DI Committee's Top 10 poll. In Recruit Plan's national rankings the program sits at #1, Tier 1.
Where Notre Dame Lacrosse Recruits Come From
Across the classes of 2020–2027, our commitment data tracks 74 women's lacrosse recruits landing at Notre Dame from 16 states. New York leads the pipeline with 18 commits. Just 0% of commits are in-state, so out-of-state recruits are the norm here. Frequent feeder clubs include MA Elite, STEPS, LI Elite.
- New York18
- New Jersey11
- Maryland8
- Massachusetts7
- Pennsylvania7
- MA Elite6
- STEPS5
- LI Elite4
- CT Grizzlies3
- Heros3
- Oak Knoll School5
- Loyola Academy3
- Episcopal Academy2
Across the classes of 2020–2027, our commitment data tracks 142 men's lacrosse recruits landing at Notre Dame from 20 states. New York leads the pipeline with 21 commits. Just 0% of commits are in-state, so out-of-state recruits are the norm here. Frequent feeder clubs include LI EXPRESS, PRIMETIME, ECLIPSE.
- New York21
- California18
- Connecticut16
- Maryland16
- Pennsylvania13
- LI EXPRESS8
- PRIMETIME8
- ECLIPSE7
- LAXACHUSETTS7
- WC STARZ7
Based on commitments tracked through the class of 2027. How this data is built
Related: where college lacrosse players come from, state by state
Who Gets Recruited to Play at Notre Dame
The typical women's lacrosse recruit landing at Notre Dame is a Tier 2 player (median of 75 tracked commits), and 100% were Top-4-tier recruits.
The typical men's lacrosse recruit landing at Notre Dame is a Tier 1 player (median of 142 tracked commits), 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
The rating trend points down among Division I programs: #7 (2023) to #13 (2026).
The program's rating rank among Division I programs has been stable — #1 (2023) to #1 (2026).
Academic & School Profile
Published tuition is about $62,693 per year before financial aid. 97% of students graduate within six years. About 8,923 undergraduates attend. Use these figures as a baseline — actual cost depends on aid, and the earlier that conversation happens, the better.
Notre Dame Lacrosse FAQ
Does Notre Dame have a women's lacrosse program?
Yes — Notre Dame fields a women's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division I level in the ACC.
Does Notre Dame have a men's lacrosse program?
Yes — Notre Dame fields a men's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division I level in the ACC.
What states do Notre Dame lacrosse players come from?
Tracked men's lacrosse commits to Notre Dame came from 20 states, led by NY (21), CA (18), CT (16). About 0% are in-state recruits.
How many lacrosse players does Notre Dame recruit each year?
Across the 2024–2027 classes, our data tracks an average of about 19 men's lacrosse commits per class at Notre Dame. Actual roster needs vary year to year by position and graduation.
What GPA do you need to play lacrosse at Notre Dame?
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 Notre Dame?
Among tracked men's lacrosse commits, the most frequent feeder clubs are LI EXPRESS, PRIMETIME, ECLIPSE. 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