RPI
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
RPI is an NCAA Division III program in the Liberty League, based in Troy, NY, with both men's and women's lacrosse programs. Acceptance is selective at 58%, with an average SAT of 1415. Total undergraduate enrollment is about 5,909. The school's six-year graduation rate is 83%.
Lacrosse Programs at RPI
The RPI women's lacrosse program competes at the NCAA Division III level in the Liberty League. The team went 6-9 in the 2026 season. Recruit Plan currently ranks the program #214 nationally (Tier 9).
In men's lacrosse, RPI is a NCAA Division III program and a member of the Liberty League. The team went 9-8 in the 2026 season. Recruit Plan currently ranks the program #83 nationally (Tier 6).
Where RPI Lacrosse Recruits Come From
RPI women's lacrosse added 33 tracked commits from 17 states over the classes of 2020–2026. The largest share arrives from New York (6 commits). This is a nationally recruited roster — only 18% of commits come from New York itself. Club pipelines matter here: Albany Power, Granite State, NH Tomahawks appear most often among tracked commits.
- New York6
- Connecticut4
- Pennsylvania4
- New Hampshire3
- Massachusetts2
- Albany Power2
- Granite State2
- NH Tomahawks2
- 2141
- DEWLax1
- Bedford2
- Wilton2
- Abington HS1
Across the classes of 2020–2027, our commitment data tracks 113 men's lacrosse recruits landing at RPI from 23 states. The largest share arrives from Massachusetts (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 RPI's Massachusetts-led pipeline a distinctive footprint. Club pipelines matter here: LAXACHUSETTS, NH TOMAHAWKS, HGR appear most often among tracked commits.
- Massachusetts22
- New York21
- Connecticut9
- New Hampshire7
- New Jersey7
- LAXACHUSETTS7
- NH TOMAHAWKS6
- HGR5
- LI EXPRESS5
- EXPRESS3
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 RPI
Of 33 tracked RPI women's lacrosse commits with a Recruit Plan tier, the median recruit is Tier 9.
Of 113 tracked RPI 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 ~3.7+ unweighted GPA.
Related: what SAT and GPA college lacrosse players actually need
Program Trajectory
RPI women's lacrosse has slipped among Division III programs in our rating history, from #37 in 2023 to #57 in 2026.
RPI men's lacrosse has slipped among Division III programs in our rating history, from #19 in 2023 to #25 in 2026.
Academic & School Profile
RPI lists tuition at about $61,884 a year, before aid and scholarships. The six-year graduation rate is 83%. Undergraduate enrollment is about 5,909. For recruits, sticker price rarely equals net price — bring cost and aid questions into coach conversations early.
RPI Lacrosse FAQ
Does RPI have a women's lacrosse program?
Yes — RPI fields a women's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division III level in the Liberty League.
Does RPI have a men's lacrosse program?
Yes — RPI fields a men's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division III level in the Liberty League.
What states do RPI lacrosse players come from?
Tracked men's lacrosse commits to RPI came from 23 states, led by MA (22), NY (21), CT (9). About 19% are in-state recruits.
How many lacrosse players does RPI recruit each year?
Across the 2024–2027 classes, our data tracks an average of about 15 men's lacrosse commits per class at RPI. Actual roster needs vary year to year by position and graduation.
What GPA do you need to play lacrosse at RPI?
There is no fixed cutoff, but selectivity sets the bar. Academically, programs in this selectivity band typically look for a ~3.7+ unweighted GPA. Coaches can sometimes support strong athletes below that band — grades widen or narrow your options.
Which club teams send players to RPI?
Among tracked men's lacrosse commits, the most frequent feeder clubs are LAXACHUSETTS, NH TOMAHAWKS, HGR. 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