Oberlin
Oberlin College
Oberlin, in Oberlin, OH, competes in the North Coast Athletic Conference at the NCAA Division III level, fielding both men's and women's lacrosse programs. Acceptance is selective at 33%, with an average SAT of 1440. Total undergraduate enrollment is about 2,950. The school's six-year graduation rate is 79%.
Lacrosse Programs at Oberlin
The Oberlin women's lacrosse program competes at the NCAA Division III level in the North Coast Athletic Conference. The team went 10-7 in the 2026 season. Recruit Plan currently ranks the program #337 nationally (Tier 11).
Oberlin plays men's lacrosse in the North Coast Athletic Conference, competing at the NCAA Division III level. The team went 12-6 in the 2026 season. Recruit Plan currently ranks the program #181 nationally (Tier 8).
Where Oberlin Lacrosse Recruits Come From
Across the classes of 2020–2026, our commitment data tracks 39 women's lacrosse recruits landing at Oberlin from 17 states. The largest share arrives from Maryland (6 commits). This is a nationally recruited roster — only 3% of commits come from Ohio itself. Nationally, New York produces the most tracked women's lacrosse commits (3,554), which makes Oberlin's Maryland-led pipeline a distinctive footprint. Club pipelines matter here: DEWLax, HGR, REV appear most often among tracked commits.
- Maryland6
- New Jersey5
- New York5
- California4
- Massachusetts3
- DEWLax3
- HGR2
- REV2
- UltGoal2
- 2141
- Assumption1
- Blake School1
- Broadneck1
Oberlin men's lacrosse added 108 tracked commits from 21 states over the classes of 2020–2027. The largest share arrives from New Jersey (28 commits). This is a nationally recruited roster — only 0% of commits come from Ohio itself. Nationally, New York produces the most tracked men's lacrosse commits (4,074), which makes Oberlin's New Jersey-led pipeline a distinctive footprint. Club pipelines matter here: MAD DOG, FIGHTING CLAMS, ADVNC appear most often among tracked commits.
- New Jersey28
- California14
- New York13
- Maryland9
- Massachusetts8
- MAD DOG7
- FIGHTING CLAMS6
- ADVNC5
- TEAM 915
- DENVER ELITE3
Based on commitments tracked through the class of 2027. How this data is built
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Who Gets Recruited to Play at Oberlin
Of 38 tracked Oberlin women's lacrosse commits with a Recruit Plan tier, the median recruit is Tier 11.
Of 108 tracked Oberlin men's lacrosse commits with a Recruit Plan tier, the median recruit is Tier 9.
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
Oberlin women's lacrosse is trending up among Division III programs: from #123 in 2023 to #103 in 2026 in our rating history.
Oberlin men's lacrosse is trending up among Division III programs: from #80 in 2023 to #56 in 2026 in our rating history.
Academic & School Profile
Oberlin lists tuition at about $64,646 a year, before aid and scholarships. The six-year graduation rate is 79%. Undergraduate enrollment is about 2,950. Recruits should treat these as starting numbers: net cost after aid varies widely, so ask about it early in the process.
Oberlin Lacrosse FAQ
Does Oberlin have a women's lacrosse program?
Yes — Oberlin fields a women's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division III level in the North Coast Athletic Conference.
Does Oberlin have a men's lacrosse program?
Yes — Oberlin fields a men's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division III level in the North Coast Athletic Conference.
What states do Oberlin lacrosse players come from?
Tracked men's lacrosse commits to Oberlin came from 21 states, led by NJ (28), CA (14), NY (13). About 0% are in-state recruits.
How many lacrosse players does Oberlin recruit each year?
Across the 2024–2027 classes, our data tracks an average of about 15 men's lacrosse commits per class at Oberlin. Actual roster needs vary year to year by position and graduation.
What GPA do you need to play lacrosse at Oberlin?
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 Oberlin?
Among tracked men's lacrosse commits, the most frequent feeder clubs are MAD DOG, FIGHTING CLAMS, ADVNC. 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