SCAD
Savannah College of Art and Design
Located in Savannah, GA, SCAD is a private university in the South region. The school competes at the NAIA level, fielding both men's and women's lacrosse programs. Acceptance is broad at 84%, with an average SAT of 1178. Total undergraduate enrollment is about 14,423. The school's six-year graduation rate is 70%.
Lacrosse Programs at SCAD
The SCAD women's lacrosse program competes at the NAIA level. The team went 2-1 in the 2026 season. Recruit Plan currently ranks the program #270 nationally (Tier 10).
The SCAD men's lacrosse program competes at the NAIA level. The team went 3-0 in the 2026 season. Recruit Plan currently ranks the program #315 nationally (Tier 11).
Where SCAD Lacrosse Recruits Come From
SCAD women's lacrosse added 36 tracked commits from 18 states over the classes of 2020–2027. The largest share arrives from Maryland (6 commits). This is a nationally recruited roster — only 6% of commits come from Georgia itself. Nationally, New York produces the most tracked women's lacrosse commits (3,554), which makes SCAD's Maryland-led pipeline a distinctive footprint. Club pipelines matter here: CCLax, MD United, Major Force appear most often among tracked commits.
- Maryland6
- Ohio6
- Florida3
- Pennsylvania3
- Georgia2
- CCLax2
- MD United2
- Major Force2
- 3 Point1
- Angels w/ Attitude1
- Hudson2
- Annapolis Area Christian1
- Archbishop Spalding1
Our data covers 23 men's lacrosse commitments to SCAD from 11 states across the classes of 2020–2027. The largest share arrives from Colorado (4 commits). This is a nationally recruited roster — only 17% of commits come from Georgia itself. Nationally, New York produces the most tracked men's lacrosse commits (4,074), which makes SCAD's Colorado-led pipeline a distinctive footprint. Club pipelines matter here: TEAM 91, 3D COLORADO, 3D GEORGIA appear most often among tracked commits.
- Colorado4
- Florida4
- Georgia4
- Michigan2
- New York2
- TEAM 912
- 3D COLORADO1
- 3D GEORGIA1
- BOLTS1
- COMMONWEALTH KINGS1
Based on commitments tracked through the class of 2027. How this data is built
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Who Gets Recruited to Play at SCAD
Of 36 tracked SCAD women's lacrosse commits with a Recruit Plan tier, the median recruit is Tier 10.
Of 23 tracked SCAD men's lacrosse commits with a Recruit Plan tier, the median recruit is Tier 12.
Academically, programs in this selectivity band typically look for a ~3.0+ unweighted GPA.
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Program Trajectory
SCAD women's lacrosse has held steady in our rating history among NAIA programs: #3 in 2023, #3 in 2026.
SCAD men's lacrosse is trending up among NAIA programs: from #17 in 2023 to #7 in 2026 in our rating history.
Academic & School Profile
SCAD lists tuition at about $40,595 a year, before aid and scholarships. The six-year graduation rate is 70%. Undergraduate enrollment is about 14,423. Recruits should treat these as starting numbers: net cost after aid varies widely, so ask about it early in the process.
SCAD Lacrosse FAQ
Does SCAD have a women's lacrosse program?
Yes — SCAD fields a women's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NAIA level.
Does SCAD have a men's lacrosse program?
Yes — SCAD fields a men's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NAIA level.
What states do SCAD lacrosse players come from?
Tracked women's lacrosse commits to SCAD came from 18 states, led by MD (6), OH (6), FL (3). About 6% are in-state recruits.
How many lacrosse players does SCAD recruit each year?
Across the 2024–2027 classes, our data tracks an average of about 6 women's lacrosse commits per class at SCAD. Actual roster needs vary year to year by position and graduation.
What GPA do you need to play lacrosse at SCAD?
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 SCAD?
Among tracked women's lacrosse commits, the most frequent feeder clubs are CCLax, MD United, Major Force. 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