Ohio Northern
Ohio Northern University
Ohio Northern is a small private college in Ada, OH, with about 2,386 undergraduates. The school competes in the Ohio Athletic Conference at the NCAA Division III level, fielding both men's and women's lacrosse programs. Acceptance is broad at 73%, with an average SAT of 1290. The school's six-year graduation rate is 74%.
Lacrosse Programs at Ohio Northern
In women's lacrosse, Ohio Northern is a NCAA Division III program and a member of the Ohio Athletic Conference. The team went 9-9 in the 2026 season. In Recruit Plan's national rankings the program sits at #392, Tier 12.
Ohio Northern plays men's lacrosse in the Ohio Athletic Conference, competing at the NCAA Division III level. The team went 14-7 in the 2026 season. In Recruit Plan's national rankings the program sits at #183, Tier 8.
Where Ohio Northern Lacrosse Recruits Come From
Our data covers 34 women's lacrosse commitments to Ohio Northern from 9 states across the classes of 2020–2026. The pipeline is strongly local: Ohio leads with 21 commits (62% of the total). In-state recruits make up 62% of the pipeline — a regional program by the numbers. Nationally, New York produces the most tracked women's lacrosse commits (3,554), which makes Ohio Northern's Ohio-led pipeline a distinctive footprint. Frequent feeder clubs include Athena, Empress, Rebels.
- Ohio21
- New York3
- Indiana2
- Maryland2
- Missouri2
- Athena2
- Empress2
- Rebels2
- 4101
- Black Jack1
- Wooster3
- Holy Cross2
- Lakota West2
Across the classes of 2020–2026, our commitment data tracks 100 men's lacrosse recruits landing at Ohio Northern from 17 states. Ohio leads the pipeline with 31 commits. Nationally, New York produces the most tracked men's lacrosse commits (4,074), which makes Ohio Northern's Ohio-led pipeline a distinctive footprint. Frequent feeder clubs include HEADLINES, HARVEST, TRUE OHIO.
- Ohio31
- New York14
- Michigan13
- Pennsylvania9
- Indiana7
- HEADLINES7
- HARVEST5
- TRUE OHIO5
- OMNIA4
- RESOLUTE4
Based on commitments tracked through the class of 2026. How this data is built
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Who Gets Recruited to Play at Ohio Northern
The typical women's lacrosse recruit landing at Ohio Northern is a Tier 12 player (median of 32 tracked commits).
The typical men's lacrosse recruit landing at Ohio Northern is a Tier 9 player (median of 100 tracked commits).
Academically, programs in this selectivity band typically look for a ~3.4+ 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 #162 (2023) to #145 (2026).
A program on the rise among Division III programs — climbing from #78 (2023) to #70 (2026).
Academic & School Profile
Published tuition is about $37,800 per year before financial aid. 74% of students graduate within six years. About 2,386 undergraduates attend. Recruits should treat these as starting numbers: net cost after aid varies widely, so ask about it early in the process.
Ohio Northern Lacrosse FAQ
Does Ohio Northern have a women's lacrosse program?
Yes — Ohio Northern fields a women's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division III level in the Ohio Athletic Conference.
Does Ohio Northern have a men's lacrosse program?
Yes — Ohio Northern fields a men's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division III level in the Ohio Athletic Conference.
What states do Ohio Northern lacrosse players come from?
Tracked men's lacrosse commits to Ohio Northern came from 17 states, led by OH (31), NY (14), MI (13). About 31% are in-state recruits.
How many lacrosse players does Ohio Northern recruit each year?
Across the 2023–2026 classes, our data tracks an average of about 15 men's lacrosse commits per class at Ohio Northern. Actual roster needs vary year to year by position and graduation.
What GPA do you need to play lacrosse at Ohio Northern?
There is no fixed cutoff, but selectivity sets the bar. Academically, programs in this selectivity band typically look for a ~3.4+ unweighted GPA. Coaches can sometimes support strong athletes below that band — grades widen or narrow your options.
Which club teams send players to Ohio Northern?
Among tracked men's lacrosse commits, the most frequent feeder clubs are HEADLINES, HARVEST, TRUE OHIO. 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