St Thomas Aquinas
Thomas Aquinas College
St Thomas Aquinas is a small private college in Santa Paula, CA, with about 539 undergraduates. The school competes in the East Coast Conference at the NCAA Division II level, fielding both men's and women's lacrosse programs. Acceptance is broad at 79%, with an average SAT of 1277. The school's six-year graduation rate is 82%.
Lacrosse Programs at St Thomas Aquinas
In women's lacrosse, St Thomas Aquinas is a NCAA Division II program and a member of the East Coast Conference. The team went 2-11 in the 2026 season. Recruit Plan currently ranks the program #450 nationally (Tier 12).
The St Thomas Aquinas men's lacrosse program competes at the NCAA Division II level in the East Coast Conference. The team went 4-11 in the 2026 season. Recruit Plan currently ranks the program #307 nationally (Tier 11).
Where St Thomas Aquinas Lacrosse Recruits Come From
Across the classes of 2020–2025, our commitment data tracks 8 women's lacrosse recruits landing at St Thomas Aquinas from 2 states. The largest share arrives from New York (6 commits). This is a nationally recruited roster — only 0% of commits come from California itself. Club pipelines matter here: Beast, Cobra Kai/Metro, Team 91 (NJ) appear most often among tracked commits.
- New York6
- New Jersey2
- Beast1
- Cobra Kai/Metro1
- Team 91 (NJ)1
- YJ North1
- Chester1
- Clarkstown North1
- Goshen1
Across the classes of 2020–2025, our commitment data tracks 15 men's lacrosse recruits landing at St Thomas Aquinas from 7 states. The largest share arrives from New Jersey (4 commits). This is a nationally recruited roster — only 0% of commits come from California itself. Nationally, New York produces the most tracked men's lacrosse commits (4,074), which makes St Thomas Aquinas's New Jersey-led pipeline a distinctive footprint. Club pipelines matter here: EAST AVE, NJLC, REIGN appear most often among tracked commits.
- New Jersey4
- New York4
- Illinois3
- Connecticut1
- Michigan1
- EAST AVE3
- NJLC2
- REIGN2
- ADVNC OKLAHOMA1
- CT VALLEY1
Based on commitments tracked through the class of 2025. How this data is built
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Who Gets Recruited to Play at St Thomas Aquinas
Of 8 tracked St Thomas Aquinas women's lacrosse commits with a Recruit Plan tier, the median recruit is Tier 12.
Of 15 tracked St Thomas Aquinas men's lacrosse commits with a Recruit Plan tier, the median recruit is Tier 7.
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
St Thomas Aquinas women's lacrosse has slipped among Division II programs in our rating history, from #89 in 2023 to #106 in 2026.
St Thomas Aquinas men's lacrosse is trending up among Division II programs: from #63 in 2023 to #60 in 2026 in our rating history.
Academic & School Profile
St Thomas Aquinas lists tuition at about $28,700 a year, before aid and scholarships. The six-year graduation rate is 82%. Undergraduate enrollment is about 539. Recruits should treat these as starting numbers: net cost after aid varies widely, so ask about it early in the process.
St Thomas Aquinas Lacrosse FAQ
Does St Thomas Aquinas have a women's lacrosse program?
Yes — St Thomas Aquinas fields a women's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division II level in the East Coast Conference.
Does St Thomas Aquinas have a men's lacrosse program?
Yes — St Thomas Aquinas fields a men's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division II level in the East Coast Conference.
What states do St Thomas Aquinas lacrosse players come from?
Tracked men's lacrosse commits to St Thomas Aquinas came from 7 states, led by NJ (4), NY (4), IL (3). About 0% are in-state recruits.
How many lacrosse players does St Thomas Aquinas recruit each year?
Across the 2022–2025 classes, our data tracks an average of about 3 men's lacrosse commits per class at St Thomas Aquinas. Actual roster needs vary year to year by position and graduation.
What GPA do you need to play lacrosse at St Thomas Aquinas?
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 St Thomas Aquinas?
Among tracked men's lacrosse commits, the most frequent feeder clubs are EAST AVE, NJLC, REIGN. 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