Pittsburgh
University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh is an NCAA Division I program in the ACC, based in Pittsburgh, PA. Pittsburgh fields a women's lacrosse program but does not offer men's lacrosse — recruits should plan accordingly. Acceptance is selective at 50%, with an average SAT of 1371. Total undergraduate enrollment is about 20,189. The school's six-year graduation rate is 84%.
Lacrosse Programs at Pittsburgh
Where Pittsburgh Lacrosse Recruits Come From
Our data covers 70 women's lacrosse commitments to Pittsburgh from 16 states across the classes of 2020–2027. New York leads the pipeline with 20 commits. Just 23% of commits are in-state, so out-of-state recruits are the norm here. Frequent feeder clubs include LI Elite, Pgh Premier, Philly Blast.
- New York20
- Pennsylvania16
- Maryland10
- Virginia8
- California3
- LI Elite6
- Pgh Premier4
- Philly Blast3
- SkyWalkers3
- Big 4 HHH2
- Mt Sinai3
- Albemarle2
- Great Valley2
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 Pittsburgh
The typical women's lacrosse recruit landing at Pittsburgh is a Tier 4 player (median of 67 tracked commits), and 100% were Top-4-tier recruits.
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 I programs — climbing from #58 (2023) to #31 (2026).
Academic & School Profile
As a public school, Pittsburgh lists tuition at about $21,524 for in-state students and $39,890 out of state. 84% of students graduate within six years. About 20,189 undergraduates attend. Use these figures as a baseline — actual cost depends on aid, and the earlier that conversation happens, the better.
Pittsburgh Lacrosse FAQ
Does Pittsburgh have a women's lacrosse program?
Yes — Pittsburgh fields a women's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division I level in the ACC.
Does Pittsburgh have a men's lacrosse program?
No. Pittsburgh does not currently field a men's lacrosse program in our database — only women's lacrosse.
What states do Pittsburgh lacrosse players come from?
Tracked women's lacrosse commits to Pittsburgh came from 16 states, led by NY (20), PA (16), MD (10). About 23% are in-state recruits.
How many lacrosse players does Pittsburgh recruit each year?
Across the 2024–2027 classes, our data tracks an average of about 9 women's lacrosse commits per class at Pittsburgh. Actual roster needs vary year to year by position and graduation.
What GPA do you need to play lacrosse at Pittsburgh?
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 Pittsburgh?
Among tracked women's lacrosse commits, the most frequent feeder clubs are LI Elite, Pgh Premier, Philly Blast. 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