Spalding
Spalding University
With about 597 undergraduates, Spalding is a small private college in Louisville, KY. The school competes in the Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference at the NCAA Division III level, fielding both men's and women's lacrosse programs. Acceptance is broad at 99%, with an average SAT of 1014. The school's six-year graduation rate is 57%.
Lacrosse Programs at Spalding
Spalding plays women's lacrosse in the Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference, competing at the NCAA Division III level. The team went 7-8 in the 2026 season. In Recruit Plan's national rankings the program sits at #567, Tier 12.
Spalding plays men's lacrosse in the Hudson Champlain Mens Lacrosse Conference, competing at the NCAA Division III level. The team went 3-12 in the 2026 season. In Recruit Plan's national rankings the program sits at #439, Tier 12.
Who Gets Recruited to Play at Spalding
The typical women's lacrosse recruit landing at Spalding is a Tier 12 player (median of 6 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
A program on the rise among Division III programs — climbing from #285 (2023) to #236 (2026).
A program on the rise among Division III programs — climbing from #244 (2023) to #219 (2026).
Academic & School Profile
Published tuition is about $27,850 per year before financial aid. 57% of students graduate within six years. About 597 undergraduates attend. Recruits should treat these as starting numbers: net cost after aid varies widely, so ask about it early in the process.
Spalding Lacrosse FAQ
Does Spalding have a women's lacrosse program?
Yes — Spalding fields a women's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division III level in the Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference.
Does Spalding have a men's lacrosse program?
Yes — Spalding fields a men's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division III level in the Hudson Champlain Mens Lacrosse Conference.
What states do Spalding lacrosse players come from?
Tracked women's lacrosse commits to Spalding came from 3 states, led by KY (4), MI (1), TN (1). About 67% are in-state recruits.
How many lacrosse players does Spalding recruit each year?
Across the 2022–2025 classes, our data tracks an average of about 2 women's lacrosse commits per class at Spalding. Actual roster needs vary year to year by position and graduation.
What GPA do you need to play lacrosse at Spalding?
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 Spalding?
Among tracked women's lacrosse commits, the most frequent feeder clubs are Cardinal, Chaos, M3. 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