Southwestern
Southwestern University
Southwestern is a small private college in Georgetown, TX, with about 1,500 undergraduates. 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 50%, with an average SAT of 1220. The school's six-year graduation rate is 78%.
Lacrosse Programs at Southwestern
In women's lacrosse, Southwestern is a NCAA Division III program and a member of the Southern Athletic Association. The team went 1-13 in the 2026 season. Recruit Plan currently ranks the program #503 nationally (Tier 12).
In men's lacrosse, Southwestern is a NCAA Division III program and a member of the Southern Athletic Association. The team went 6-10 in the 2026 season. Recruit Plan currently ranks the program #245 nationally (Tier 10).
Where Southwestern Lacrosse Recruits Come From
Southwestern women's lacrosse added 15 tracked commits from 6 states over the classes of 2020–2027. Texas — the program's home state — supplies the largest share, 10 of 15 commits. 67% of commits stay in-state, so Texas players have a real edge in visibility. Nationally, New York produces the most tracked women's lacrosse commits (3,554), which makes Southwestern's Texas-led pipeline a distinctive footprint. Club pipelines matter here: 214, Celly, Evolve appear most often among tracked commits.
- Texas10
- AB1
- Florida1
- Maryland1
- Nevada1
- 2141
- Celly1
- Evolve1
- Forged1
- GRIT1
- Anderson2
- Bowie1
- Coronado1
Our data covers 48 men's lacrosse commitments to Southwestern from 13 states across the classes of 2020–2026. Texas — the program's home state — supplies the largest share, 30 of 48 commits. 63% of commits stay in-state, so Texas players have a real edge in visibility. Nationally, New York produces the most tracked men's lacrosse commits (4,074), which makes Southwestern's Texas-led pipeline a distinctive footprint. Club pipelines matter here: UNRL, IRON HORSE, TRUE TEXAS appear most often among tracked commits.
- Texas30
- Colorado3
- Oregon3
- California2
- Massachusetts2
- UNRL6
- IRON HORSE5
- TRUE TEXAS3
- CHAOS2
- SAN ANTONIO TACOS2
Based on commitments tracked through the class of 2027. How this data is built
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Who Gets Recruited to Play at Southwestern
Of 14 tracked Southwestern women's lacrosse commits with a Recruit Plan tier, the median recruit is Tier 12.
Of 48 tracked Southwestern 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.
Related: what SAT and GPA college lacrosse players actually need
Program Trajectory
Southwestern women's lacrosse has slipped among Division III programs in our rating history, from #127 in 2023 to #238 in 2026.
Southwestern men's lacrosse is trending up among Division III programs: from #116 in 2023 to #101 in 2026 in our rating history.
Academic & School Profile
Southwestern lists tuition at about $52,000 a year, before aid and scholarships. The six-year graduation rate is 78%. Undergraduate enrollment is about 1,500. For recruits, sticker price rarely equals net price — bring cost and aid questions into coach conversations early.
Southwestern Lacrosse FAQ
Does Southwestern have a women's lacrosse program?
Yes — Southwestern fields a women's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division III level in the Southern Athletic Association.
Does Southwestern have a men's lacrosse program?
Yes — Southwestern fields a men's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division III level in the Southern Athletic Association.
What states do Southwestern lacrosse players come from?
Tracked men's lacrosse commits to Southwestern came from 13 states, led by TX (30), CO (3), OR (3). About 63% are in-state recruits.
How many lacrosse players does Southwestern recruit each year?
Across the 2023–2026 classes, our data tracks an average of about 8 men's lacrosse commits per class at Southwestern. Actual roster needs vary year to year by position and graduation.
What GPA do you need to play lacrosse at Southwestern?
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 Southwestern?
Among tracked men's lacrosse commits, the most frequent feeder clubs are UNRL, IRON HORSE, TRUE TEXAS. 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