Sewanee
The University of the South
With about 1,598 undergraduates, Sewanee is a small private college in Sewanee, TN. The school competes in the Southern Athletic Association at the NCAA Division III level, fielding both men's and women's lacrosse programs. Acceptance is selective at 51%, with an average SAT of 1336. The school's six-year graduation rate is 82%.
Lacrosse Programs at Sewanee
Sewanee plays women's lacrosse in the Southern Athletic Association, competing at the NCAA Division III level. The team went 13-4 in the 2026 season. In Recruit Plan's national rankings the program sits at #306, Tier 11.
The Sewanee men's lacrosse program competes at the NCAA Division III level in the Southern Athletic Association. The team went 12-6 in the 2026 season. In Recruit Plan's national rankings the program sits at #189, Tier 9.
Where Sewanee Lacrosse Recruits Come From
Sewanee women's lacrosse added 35 tracked commits from 13 states over the classes of 2020–2026. Texas leads the pipeline with 8 commits. Just 3% of commits are in-state, so out-of-state recruits are the norm here. Nationally, New York produces the most tracked women's lacrosse commits (3,554), which makes Sewanee's Texas-led pipeline a distinctive footprint. Frequent feeder clubs include GRIT, UltGoal, Black Lax.
- Texas8
- North Carolina7
- Virginia5
- Illinois2
- Kentucky2
- GRIT5
- UltGoal4
- Black Lax2
- Laxachusetts2
- Team 912
- Anderson2
- Asheville HS1
- Bishop England1
Across the classes of 2020–2027, our commitment data tracks 81 men's lacrosse recruits landing at Sewanee from 14 states. North Carolina leads the pipeline with 18 commits. Just 5% of commits are in-state, so out-of-state recruits are the norm here. Nationally, New York produces the most tracked men's lacrosse commits (4,074), which makes Sewanee's North Carolina-led pipeline a distinctive footprint. Frequent feeder clubs include AMPED, IRON HORSE, TEAM 91.
- North Carolina18
- Virginia15
- Maryland10
- Texas10
- Florida8
- AMPED5
- IRON HORSE5
- TEAM 915
- NO EXCUSE4
- SWEETLAX4
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 Sewanee
The typical women's lacrosse recruit landing at Sewanee is a Tier 11 player (median of 35 tracked commits).
The typical men's lacrosse recruit landing at Sewanee is a Tier 9 player (median of 81 tracked commits).
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
A program on the rise among Division III programs — climbing from #135 (2023) to #69 (2026).
A program on the rise among Division III programs — climbing from #87 (2023) to #60 (2026).
Academic & School Profile
Published tuition is about $53,698 per year before financial aid. 82% of students graduate within six years. About 1,598 undergraduates attend. For recruits, sticker price rarely equals net price — bring cost and aid questions into coach conversations early.
Sewanee Lacrosse FAQ
Does Sewanee have a women's lacrosse program?
Yes — Sewanee fields a women's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division III level in the Southern Athletic Association.
Does Sewanee have a men's lacrosse program?
Yes — Sewanee fields a men's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division III level in the Southern Athletic Association.
What states do Sewanee lacrosse players come from?
Tracked men's lacrosse commits to Sewanee came from 14 states, led by NC (18), VA (15), MD (10). About 5% are in-state recruits.
How many lacrosse players does Sewanee recruit each year?
Across the 2024–2027 classes, our data tracks an average of about 10 men's lacrosse commits per class at Sewanee. Actual roster needs vary year to year by position and graduation.
What GPA do you need to play lacrosse at Sewanee?
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 Sewanee?
Among tracked men's lacrosse commits, the most frequent feeder clubs are AMPED, IRON HORSE, TEAM 91. 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