Purchase
SUNY at Purchase College
Purchase's lacrosse programs play in the Skyline Conference at the NCAA Division III level out of Purchase, NY. Acceptance is broad at 73%, with an average SAT of 1277. Total undergraduate enrollment is about 3,110. The school's six-year graduation rate is 62%.
Lacrosse Programs at Purchase
The Purchase women's lacrosse program competes at the NCAA Division III level in the Skyline Conference. The team went 0-12 in the 2026 season. Recruit Plan currently ranks the program #588 nationally (Tier 12).
In men's lacrosse, Purchase is a NCAA Division III program and a member of the Skyline Conference. The team went 1-11 in the 2026 season. Recruit Plan currently ranks the program #422 nationally (Tier 12).
Who Gets Recruited to Play at Purchase
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
Purchase women's lacrosse has slipped among Division III programs in our rating history, from #266 in 2023 to #271 in 2026.
Purchase men's lacrosse has slipped among Division III programs in our rating history, from #204 in 2023 to #221 in 2026.
Academic & School Profile
Published tuition runs about $8,953 in state and $18,863 for out-of-state students. The six-year graduation rate is 62%. Undergraduate enrollment is about 3,110. Use these figures as a baseline — actual cost depends on aid, and the earlier that conversation happens, the better.
Purchase Lacrosse FAQ
Does Purchase have a women's lacrosse program?
Yes — Purchase fields a women's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division III level in the Skyline Conference.
Does Purchase have a men's lacrosse program?
Yes — Purchase fields a men's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division III level in the Skyline Conference.
How many lacrosse players does Purchase recruit each year?
Across the 2023–2025 classes, our data tracks an average of about 1 men's lacrosse commits per class at Purchase. Actual roster needs vary year to year by position and graduation.
What GPA do you need to play lacrosse at Purchase?
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 Purchase?
Among tracked men's lacrosse commits, the most frequent feeder clubs are ALBANY POWER, ARSENAL, PERFORMAX. 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