RIT
Rochester Institute of Technology
RIT's lacrosse programs play in the Liberty League at the NCAA Division III level out of Rochester, NY. Acceptance is broad at 71%, with an average SAT of 1378. Total undergraduate enrollment is about 13,225. The school's six-year graduation rate is 71%.
Lacrosse Programs at RIT
In women's lacrosse, RIT is a NCAA Division III program and a member of the Liberty League. The team went 10-7 in the 2026 season. Recruit Plan currently ranks the program #227 nationally (Tier 9).
The RIT men's lacrosse program competes at the NCAA Division III level in the Liberty League. The team went 17-4 in the 2026 season. Recruit Plan currently ranks the program #48 nationally (Tier 4).
Where RIT Lacrosse Recruits Come From
Across the classes of 2022–2027, our commitment data tracks 37 women's lacrosse recruits landing at RIT from 13 states. New York — the program's home state — supplies the largest share, 13 of 37 commits. Club pipelines matter here: DEWLax, FCA, TRUE appear most often among tracked commits.
- New York13
- Maryland4
- Pennsylvania4
- New Jersey3
- Connecticut2
- DEWLax2
- FCA2
- TRUE2
- 3151
- 3D1
- Brighton2
- Catonsville2
- Amity Regional1
RIT men's lacrosse added 105 tracked commits from 19 states over the classes of 2020–2027. The largest share arrives from ON (22 commits). This is a nationally recruited roster — only 19% of commits come from New York itself. Nationally, New York produces the most tracked men's lacrosse commits (4,074), which makes RIT's ON-led pipeline a distinctive footprint. Club pipelines matter here: EDGE, EVOLVE, GRIZZLY appear most often among tracked commits.
- ON22
- New York20
- New Jersey9
- BC8
- Ohio8
- EDGE8
- EVOLVE7
- GRIZZLY4
- 3D UPSTATE3
- BURNING RIVER3
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 RIT
Of 36 tracked RIT women's lacrosse commits with a Recruit Plan tier, the median recruit is Tier 9.
Of 105 tracked RIT men's lacrosse commits with a Recruit Plan tier, the median recruit is Tier 8.
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
RIT women's lacrosse is trending up among Division III programs: from #68 in 2023 to #46 in 2026 in our rating history.
RIT men's lacrosse has held steady in our rating history among Division III programs: #3 in 2023, #5 in 2026.
Academic & School Profile
RIT lists tuition at about $57,016 a year, before aid and scholarships. The six-year graduation rate is 71%. Undergraduate enrollment is about 13,225. Recruits should treat these as starting numbers: net cost after aid varies widely, so ask about it early in the process.
RIT Lacrosse FAQ
Does RIT have a women's lacrosse program?
Yes — RIT fields a women's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division III level in the Liberty League.
Does RIT have a men's lacrosse program?
Yes — RIT fields a men's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division III level in the Liberty League.
What states do RIT lacrosse players come from?
Tracked men's lacrosse commits to RIT came from 19 states, led by ON (22), NY (20), NJ (9). About 19% are in-state recruits.
How many lacrosse players does RIT recruit each year?
Across the 2024–2027 classes, our data tracks an average of about 17 men's lacrosse commits per class at RIT. Actual roster needs vary year to year by position and graduation.
What GPA do you need to play lacrosse at RIT?
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 RIT?
Among tracked men's lacrosse commits, the most frequent feeder clubs are EDGE, EVOLVE, GRIZZLY. 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