Springfield
Springfield College
Springfield is a small private college in Springfield, MA, with about 1,916 undergraduates. The school competes in the NEWMAC at the NCAA Division III level, fielding both men's and women's lacrosse programs. Acceptance is broad at 70%, with an average SAT of 1120. The school's six-year graduation rate is 68%.
Lacrosse Programs at Springfield
Springfield plays women's lacrosse in the NEWMAC, competing at the NCAA Division III level. The team went 11-7 in the 2026 season. Recruit Plan currently ranks the program #212 nationally (Tier 9).
Springfield plays men's lacrosse in the NEWMAC, competing at the NCAA Division III level. The team went 10-6 in the 2026 season. Recruit Plan currently ranks the program #138 nationally (Tier 7).
Where Springfield Lacrosse Recruits Come From
Across the classes of 2020–2027, our commitment data tracks 37 women's lacrosse recruits landing at Springfield from 5 states. The largest share arrives from Connecticut (12 commits). Nationally, New York produces the most tracked women's lacrosse commits (3,554), which makes Springfield's Connecticut-led pipeline a distinctive footprint. Club pipelines matter here: Nor'easter, Lax+, 3D appear most often among tracked commits.
- Connecticut12
- New York12
- Massachusetts10
- Vermont2
- New Jersey1
- Nor'easter5
- Lax+4
- 3D2
- ADK2
- Albany Power2
- Agawam2
- Arlington2
- Mt Anthony Union2
Across the classes of 2020–2027, our commitment data tracks 63 men's lacrosse recruits landing at Springfield from 15 states. The largest share arrives from New York (21 commits). This is a nationally recruited roster — only 24% of commits come from Massachusetts itself. Club pipelines matter here: CT VALLEY, 2WAY, KINGS appear most often among tracked commits.
- New York21
- Massachusetts15
- Connecticut12
- Maine2
- New Hampshire2
- CT VALLEY4
- 2WAY3
- KINGS3
- LAXACHUSETTS3
- PREDATORS3
Based on commitments tracked through the class of 2027. How this data is built
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Who Gets Recruited to Play at Springfield
Of 36 tracked Springfield women's lacrosse commits with a Recruit Plan tier, the median recruit is Tier 9.
Of 63 tracked Springfield men's lacrosse commits with a Recruit Plan tier, the median recruit is Tier 8.
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
Springfield women's lacrosse has slipped among Division III programs in our rating history, from #50 in 2023 to #55 in 2026.
Springfield men's lacrosse has held steady in our rating history among Division III programs: #44 in 2023, #42 in 2026.
Academic & School Profile
Springfield lists tuition at about $43,707 a year, before aid and scholarships. The six-year graduation rate is 68%. Undergraduate enrollment is about 1,916. For recruits, sticker price rarely equals net price — bring cost and aid questions into coach conversations early.
Springfield Lacrosse FAQ
Does Springfield have a women's lacrosse program?
Yes — Springfield fields a women's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division III level in the NEWMAC.
Does Springfield have a men's lacrosse program?
Yes — Springfield fields a men's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division III level in the NEWMAC.
What states do Springfield lacrosse players come from?
Tracked men's lacrosse commits to Springfield came from 15 states, led by NY (21), MA (15), CT (12). About 24% are in-state recruits.
How many lacrosse players does Springfield recruit each year?
Across the 2024–2027 classes, our data tracks an average of about 10 men's lacrosse commits per class at Springfield. Actual roster needs vary year to year by position and graduation.
What GPA do you need to play lacrosse at Springfield?
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 Springfield?
Among tracked men's lacrosse commits, the most frequent feeder clubs are CT VALLEY, 2WAY, KINGS. 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