Southern Connecticut
Southern Connecticut State University
Southern Connecticut sits in New Haven, CT in the New England region as a public university. Southern Connecticut fields a women's lacrosse program but does not offer men's lacrosse — recruits should plan accordingly. The school competes at the NCAA Division II level. Acceptance is broad at 81%. Total undergraduate enrollment is about 6,180. The school's six-year graduation rate is 48%.
Lacrosse Programs at Southern Connecticut
Where Southern Connecticut Lacrosse Recruits Come From
Across the classes of 2020–2027, our commitment data tracks 60 women's lacrosse recruits landing at Southern Connecticut from 12 states. New York leads the pipeline with 22 commits. Frequent feeder clubs include Nor'easter, LI Elite, Gold Coast.
- New York22
- Connecticut17
- Maryland4
- New Hampshire4
- Massachusetts3
- Nor'easter7
- LI Elite5
- Gold Coast3
- LI Team 913
- LI Legacy2
- Sachem North3
- Amity2
- Bacon Academy2
Based on commitments tracked through the class of 2027. How this data is built
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Who Gets Recruited to Play at Southern Connecticut
The typical women's lacrosse recruit landing at Southern Connecticut is a Tier 9 player (median of 58 tracked commits).
Academically, programs in this selectivity band typically look for a ~2.5+ unweighted GPA.
Related: what SAT and GPA college lacrosse players actually need
Program Trajectory
The program's rating rank among Division II programs has been stable — #29 (2023) to #31 (2026).
Academic & School Profile
As a public school, Southern Connecticut lists tuition at about $12,828 for in-state students and $26,104 out of state. 48% of students graduate within six years. About 6,180 undergraduates attend. Recruits should treat these as starting numbers: net cost after aid varies widely, so ask about it early in the process.
Southern Connecticut Lacrosse FAQ
Does Southern Connecticut have a women's lacrosse program?
Yes — Southern Connecticut fields a women's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division II level.
Does Southern Connecticut have a men's lacrosse program?
No. Southern Connecticut does not currently field a men's lacrosse program in our database — only women's lacrosse.
What states do Southern Connecticut lacrosse players come from?
Tracked women's lacrosse commits to Southern Connecticut came from 12 states, led by NY (22), CT (17), MD (4). About 28% are in-state recruits.
How many lacrosse players does Southern Connecticut recruit each year?
Across the 2024–2027 classes, our data tracks an average of about 9 women's lacrosse commits per class at Southern Connecticut. Actual roster needs vary year to year by position and graduation.
What GPA do you need to play lacrosse at Southern Connecticut?
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 Southern Connecticut?
Among tracked women's lacrosse commits, the most frequent feeder clubs are Nor'easter, LI Elite, Gold Coast. 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