Rhode Island
University of Rhode Island
Rhode Island's lacrosse programs play in the Atlantic 10 at the NCAA Division I level out of Kingston, RI. Rhode Island fields a women's lacrosse program but does not offer men's lacrosse — recruits should plan accordingly. Acceptance is broad at 76%, with an average SAT of 1140. Total undergraduate enrollment is about 14,100. The school's six-year graduation rate is 66%.
Lacrosse Programs at Rhode Island
Where Rhode Island Lacrosse Recruits Come From
Our data covers 65 women's lacrosse commitments to Rhode Island from 16 states across the classes of 2020–2027. New York leads the pipeline with 14 commits. Just 9% of commits are in-state, so out-of-state recruits are the norm here. Frequent feeder clubs include REV, SJ Select, Jersey Shore.
- New York14
- New Jersey13
- Pennsylvania6
- Rhode Island6
- Virginia6
- REV3
- SJ Select3
- Jersey Shore2
- LI Elite2
- LI Legacy2
- Collegiate School2
- Hofstra2
- Xavier2
Based on commitments tracked through the class of 2027. How this data is built
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Who Gets Recruited to Play at Rhode Island
The typical women's lacrosse recruit landing at Rhode Island is a Tier 6 player (median of 58 tracked commits).
Academically, programs in this selectivity band typically look for a ~3.0+ 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 #96 (2025) to #93 (2026).
Academic & School Profile
As a public school, Rhode Island lists tuition at about $15,732 for in-state students and $36,156 out of state. 66% of students graduate within six years. About 14,100 undergraduates attend. Use these figures as a baseline — actual cost depends on aid, and the earlier that conversation happens, the better.
Rhode Island Lacrosse FAQ
Does Rhode Island have a women's lacrosse program?
Yes — Rhode Island fields a women's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division I level in the Atlantic 10.
Does Rhode Island have a men's lacrosse program?
No. Rhode Island does not currently field a men's lacrosse program in our database — only women's lacrosse.
What states do Rhode Island lacrosse players come from?
Tracked women's lacrosse commits to Rhode Island came from 16 states, led by NY (14), NJ (13), PA (6). About 9% are in-state recruits.
How many lacrosse players does Rhode Island recruit each year?
Across the 2024–2027 classes, our data tracks an average of about 11 women's lacrosse commits per class at Rhode Island. Actual roster needs vary year to year by position and graduation.
What GPA do you need to play lacrosse at Rhode Island?
There is no fixed cutoff, but selectivity sets the bar. Academically, programs in this selectivity band typically look for a ~3.0+ unweighted GPA. Coaches can sometimes support strong athletes below that band — grades widen or narrow your options.
Which club teams send players to Rhode Island?
Among tracked women's lacrosse commits, the most frequent feeder clubs are REV, SJ Select, Jersey Shore. 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