Rivier
Rivier University
Rivier is a small private college in Nashua, NH, with about 1,312 undergraduates. The school competes in the Great Northeast Athletic Conference at the NCAA Division III level, fielding both men's and women's lacrosse programs. Acceptance is broad at 82%, with an average SAT of 1070. The school's six-year graduation rate is 59%.
Lacrosse Programs at Rivier
The Rivier women's lacrosse program competes at the NCAA Division III level in the Great Northeast Athletic Conference. The team went 8-10 in the 2026 season. Recruit Plan currently ranks the program #462 nationally (Tier 12).
The Rivier men's lacrosse program competes at the NCAA Division III level in the Great Northeast Athletic Conference. The team went 18-1 in the 2026 season. Recruit Plan currently ranks the program #243 nationally (Tier 10).
Where Rivier Lacrosse Recruits Come From
Our data covers 8 women's lacrosse commitments to Rivier from 4 states across the classes of 2020–2026. New Hampshire — the program's home state — supplies the largest share, 4 of 8 commits. 50% of commits stay in-state, so New Hampshire players have a real edge in visibility. Nationally, New York produces the most tracked women's lacrosse commits (3,554), which makes Rivier's New Hampshire-led pipeline a distinctive footprint. Club pipelines matter here: HGR, Houlagan, NH Tomahawks appear most often among tracked commits.
- New Hampshire4
- Massachusetts2
- Connecticut1
- Pennsylvania1
- HGR1
- Houlagan1
- NH Tomahawks1
- Shoreline1
- Supremes1
- Pinkerton Academy2
- Central Catholic1
- Dracut1
Across the classes of 2020–2026, our commitment data tracks 68 men's lacrosse recruits landing at Rivier from 7 states. New Hampshire — the program's home state — supplies the largest share, 24 of 68 commits. Nationally, New York produces the most tracked men's lacrosse commits (4,074), which makes Rivier's New Hampshire-led pipeline a distinctive footprint. Club pipelines matter here: NH TOMAHAWKS, CT VALLEY, HOULAGANS appear most often among tracked commits.
- New Hampshire24
- Massachusetts22
- Connecticut11
- Maine4
- New York4
- NH TOMAHAWKS17
- CT VALLEY10
- HOULAGANS5
- HGR4
- HOULAGAN4
Based on commitments tracked through the class of 2026. How this data is built
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Who Gets Recruited to Play at Rivier
Of 8 tracked Rivier women's lacrosse commits with a Recruit Plan tier, the median recruit is Tier 12.
Of 68 tracked Rivier men's lacrosse commits with a Recruit Plan tier, the median recruit is Tier 10.
Academically, programs in this selectivity band typically look for a ~2.5+ unweighted GPA.
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Program Trajectory
Rivier women's lacrosse is trending up among Division III programs: from #224 in 2023 to #188 in 2026 in our rating history.
Rivier men's lacrosse is trending up among Division III programs: from #127 in 2023 to #94 in 2026 in our rating history.
Academic & School Profile
Rivier lists tuition at about $37,791 a year, before aid and scholarships. The six-year graduation rate is 59%. Undergraduate enrollment is about 1,312. Use these figures as a baseline — actual cost depends on aid, and the earlier that conversation happens, the better.
Rivier Lacrosse FAQ
Does Rivier have a women's lacrosse program?
Yes — Rivier fields a women's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division III level in the Great Northeast Athletic Conference.
Does Rivier have a men's lacrosse program?
Yes — Rivier fields a men's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division III level in the Great Northeast Athletic Conference.
What states do Rivier lacrosse players come from?
Tracked men's lacrosse commits to Rivier came from 7 states, led by NH (24), MA (22), CT (11). About 35% are in-state recruits.
How many lacrosse players does Rivier recruit each year?
Across the 2023–2026 classes, our data tracks an average of about 10 men's lacrosse commits per class at Rivier. Actual roster needs vary year to year by position and graduation.
What GPA do you need to play lacrosse at Rivier?
There is no fixed cutoff, but selectivity sets the bar. Academically, programs in this selectivity band typically look for a ~2.5+ unweighted GPA. Coaches can sometimes support strong athletes below that band — grades widen or narrow your options.
Which club teams send players to Rivier?
Among tracked men's lacrosse commits, the most frequent feeder clubs are NH TOMAHAWKS, CT VALLEY, HOULAGANS. 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