Ohio Wesleyan
Ohio Wesleyan University
Ohio Wesleyan is a small private college in Delaware, OH, with about 1,450 undergraduates. The school 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 51%, with an average SAT of 1311. The school's six-year graduation rate is 62%.
Lacrosse Programs at Ohio Wesleyan
The Ohio Wesleyan women's lacrosse program competes at the NCAA Division III level in the North Coast Athletic Conference. The team went 9-6 in the 2026 season. In Recruit Plan's national rankings the program sits at #286, Tier 10.
In men's lacrosse, Ohio Wesleyan is a NCAA Division III program and a member of the North Coast Athletic Conference. The team went 11-7 in the 2026 season. In Recruit Plan's national rankings the program sits at #137, Tier 7.
Where Ohio Wesleyan Lacrosse Recruits Come From
Ohio Wesleyan women's lacrosse added 34 tracked commits from 16 states over the classes of 2020–2026. Ohio leads the pipeline with 9 commits. Nationally, New York produces the most tracked women's lacrosse commits (3,554), which makes Ohio Wesleyan's Ohio-led pipeline a distinctive footprint. Frequent feeder clubs include Big Fish, LI Elite, TRUE.
- Ohio9
- New York4
- New Jersey3
- Pennsylvania3
- Massachusetts2
- Big Fish3
- LI Elite2
- TRUE2
- Centercourt1
- Charlotte Style1
- Delaware Hayes2
- Hilliard Davidson2
- Moses Brown School2
Across the classes of 2020–2026, our commitment data tracks 102 men's lacrosse recruits landing at Ohio Wesleyan from 23 states. Illinois leads the pipeline with 10 commits. Just 10% of commits are in-state, so out-of-state recruits are the norm here. Nationally, New York produces the most tracked men's lacrosse commits (4,074), which makes Ohio Wesleyan's Illinois-led pipeline a distinctive footprint. Frequent feeder clubs include EXPRESS, FREEDOM, JUICED CHERRIES.
- Illinois10
- Ohio10
- Maryland9
- Connecticut7
- Massachusetts7
- EXPRESS4
- FREEDOM3
- JUICED CHERRIES3
- LAXACHUSETTS3
- RESOLUTE3
Based on commitments tracked through the class of 2026. How this data is built
Related: where college lacrosse players come from, state by state
Who Gets Recruited to Play at Ohio Wesleyan
The typical women's lacrosse recruit landing at Ohio Wesleyan is a Tier 10 player (median of 34 tracked commits).
The typical men's lacrosse recruit landing at Ohio Wesleyan is a Tier 9 player (median of 102 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 #90 (2023) to #82 (2026).
A program on the rise among Division III programs — climbing from #57 (2023) to #44 (2026).
Academic & School Profile
Published tuition is about $52,357 per year before financial aid. 62% of students graduate within six years. About 1,450 undergraduates attend. Recruits should treat these as starting numbers: net cost after aid varies widely, so ask about it early in the process.
Ohio Wesleyan Lacrosse FAQ
Does Ohio Wesleyan have a women's lacrosse program?
Yes — Ohio Wesleyan fields a women's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division III level in the North Coast Athletic Conference.
Does Ohio Wesleyan have a men's lacrosse program?
Yes — Ohio Wesleyan fields a men's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division III level in the North Coast Athletic Conference.
What states do Ohio Wesleyan lacrosse players come from?
Tracked men's lacrosse commits to Ohio Wesleyan came from 23 states, led by IL (10), OH (10), MD (9). About 10% are in-state recruits.
How many lacrosse players does Ohio Wesleyan recruit each year?
Across the 2023–2026 classes, our data tracks an average of about 17 men's lacrosse commits per class at Ohio Wesleyan. Actual roster needs vary year to year by position and graduation.
What GPA do you need to play lacrosse at Ohio Wesleyan?
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 Wesleyan?
Among tracked men's lacrosse commits, the most frequent feeder clubs are EXPRESS, FREEDOM, JUICED CHERRIES. 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