Rutgers
Rutgers University-Camden
Rutgers's lacrosse programs play in the Big Ten at the NCAA Division I level out of Camden, NJ. Acceptance is broad at 78%, with an average SAT of 1118. Total undergraduate enrollment is about 3,819. The school's six-year graduation rate is 66%.
Lacrosse Programs at Rutgers
The Rutgers women's lacrosse program competes at the NCAA Division I level in the Big Ten. The team went 11-9 in the 2026 season. In Recruit Plan's national rankings the program sits at #24, Tier 3.
Rutgers plays men's lacrosse in the Big Ten, competing at the NCAA Division I level. The team went 7-7 in the 2026 season. In Recruit Plan's national rankings the program sits at #20, Tier 2.
Where Rutgers Lacrosse Recruits Come From
Rutgers women's lacrosse added 69 tracked commits from 12 states over the classes of 2020–2027. The pipeline is strongly local: New Jersey leads with 25 commits (36% of the total). Nationally, New York produces the most tracked women's lacrosse commits (3,554), which makes Rutgers's New Jersey-led pipeline a distinctive footprint. Frequent feeder clubs include SJ Select, NXT, Jersey Shore.
- New Jersey25
- New York13
- Pennsylvania9
- Maryland8
- Florida6
- SJ Select6
- NXT4
- Jersey Shore3
- LI Elite3
- Storm (FL)3
- Moorestown4
- Glen Ridge2
- Manasquan2
Rutgers men's lacrosse added 159 tracked commits from 26 states over the classes of 2020–2027. New Jersey leads the pipeline with 43 commits. Nationally, New York produces the most tracked men's lacrosse commits (4,074), which makes Rutgers's New Jersey-led pipeline a distinctive footprint. Frequent feeder clubs include LEADING EDGE, BBL, LAXACHUSETTS.
- New Jersey43
- New York22
- Maryland10
- Pennsylvania9
- Massachusetts8
- LEADING EDGE12
- BBL7
- LAXACHUSETTS7
- JUICED CHERRIES6
- NH TOMAHAWKS6
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 Rutgers
The typical women's lacrosse recruit landing at Rutgers is a Tier 3 player (median of 67 tracked commits), and 100% were Top-4-tier recruits.
The typical men's lacrosse recruit landing at Rutgers is a Tier 2 player (median of 159 tracked commits), and 100% were Top-4-tier recruits.
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
The rating trend points down among Division I programs: #20 (2023) to #26 (2026).
The rating trend points down among Division I programs: #16 (2023) to #21 (2026).
Academic & School Profile
As a public school, Rutgers lists tuition at about $17,079 for in-state students and $35,841 out of state. 66% of students graduate within six years. About 3,819 undergraduates attend. For recruits, sticker price rarely equals net price — bring cost and aid questions into coach conversations early.
Rutgers Lacrosse FAQ
Does Rutgers have a women's lacrosse program?
Yes — Rutgers fields a women's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division I level in the Big Ten.
Does Rutgers have a men's lacrosse program?
Yes — Rutgers fields a men's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division I level in the Big Ten.
What states do Rutgers lacrosse players come from?
Tracked men's lacrosse commits to Rutgers came from 26 states, led by NJ (43), NY (22), MD (10). About 27% are in-state recruits.
How many lacrosse players does Rutgers recruit each year?
Across the 2024–2027 classes, our data tracks an average of about 21 men's lacrosse commits per class at Rutgers. Actual roster needs vary year to year by position and graduation.
What GPA do you need to play lacrosse at Rutgers?
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 Rutgers?
Among tracked men's lacrosse commits, the most frequent feeder clubs are LEADING EDGE, BBL, LAXACHUSETTS. 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