Penn
University of Pennsylvania
Penn is a selective private university in Philadelphia, PA with a 6% acceptance rate and an average SAT of 1545. The school competes in the Ivy League at the NCAA Division I level, fielding both men's and women's lacrosse programs. Total undergraduate enrollment is about 10,768. The school's six-year graduation rate is 97%.
Lacrosse Programs at Penn
In women's lacrosse, Penn is a NCAA Division I program and a member of the Ivy League. The team went 8-8 in the 2026 season. Recruit Plan currently ranks the program #17 nationally (Tier 2).
Penn plays men's lacrosse in the United East Conference, competing at the NCAA Division I level. The team went 14-5 in the 2026 season. Recruit Plan currently ranks the program #18 nationally (Tier 2).
Where Penn Lacrosse Recruits Come From
Our data covers 88 women's lacrosse commitments to Penn from 16 states across the classes of 2020–2027. The largest share arrives from New York (18 commits). This is a nationally recruited roster — only 21% of commits come from Pennsylvania itself. Club pipelines matter here: UltGoal, Capital, LI Elite appear most often among tracked commits.
- New York18
- Pennsylvania18
- New Jersey12
- Maryland11
- Virginia5
- UltGoal6
- Capital3
- LI Elite3
- NH Tomahawks3
- Phantastix3
- Downingtown West3
- Ward Melville3
- American Heritage Delray2
Across the classes of 2020–2027, our commitment data tracks 218 men's lacrosse recruits landing at Penn from 19 states. The largest share arrives from Pennsylvania (64 commits). Nationally, New York produces the most tracked men's lacrosse commits (4,074), which makes Penn's Pennsylvania-led pipeline a distinctive footprint. Club pipelines matter here: EXPRESS, BLACK BEAR, BROTHERLY LOVE appear most often among tracked commits.
- Pennsylvania64
- New York41
- New Jersey24
- Maryland18
- California12
- EXPRESS12
- BLACK BEAR8
- BROTHERLY LOVE8
- HILLTOP7
- MAD DOG6
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 Penn
Of 76 tracked Penn women's lacrosse commits with a Recruit Plan tier, the median recruit is Tier 2, and 100% were Top-4-tier recruits.
Of 218 tracked Penn 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
Penn women's lacrosse has slipped among Division I programs in our rating history, from #12 in 2023 to #22 in 2026.
Penn men's lacrosse has slipped among Division I programs in our rating history, from #14 in 2023 to #17 in 2026.
Academic & School Profile
Penn lists tuition at about $66,104 a year, before aid and scholarships. The six-year graduation rate is 97%. Undergraduate enrollment is about 10,768. Use these figures as a baseline — actual cost depends on aid, and the earlier that conversation happens, the better.
Penn Lacrosse FAQ
Does Penn have a women's lacrosse program?
Yes — Penn fields a women's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division I level in the Ivy League.
Does Penn have a men's lacrosse program?
Yes — Penn fields a men's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division I level in the United East Conference.
What states do Penn lacrosse players come from?
Tracked men's lacrosse commits to Penn came from 19 states, led by PA (64), NY (41), NJ (24). About 29% are in-state recruits.
How many lacrosse players does Penn recruit each year?
Across the 2024–2027 classes, our data tracks an average of about 27 men's lacrosse commits per class at Penn. Actual roster needs vary year to year by position and graduation.
What GPA do you need to play lacrosse at Penn?
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 Penn?
Among tracked men's lacrosse commits, the most frequent feeder clubs are EXPRESS, BLACK BEAR, BROTHERLY LOVE. 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