Stanford
Stanford University
Stanford is a selective private university in Stanford, CA with a 4% acceptance rate and an average SAT of 1553. Stanford fields a women's lacrosse program but does not offer men's lacrosse — recruits should plan accordingly. The school competes in the ACC at the NCAA Division I level. Total undergraduate enrollment is about 7,841. The school's six-year graduation rate is 93%.
Where Stanford Lacrosse Recruits Come From
Stanford women's lacrosse added 59 tracked commits from 19 states over the classes of 2020–2027. The largest share arrives from New York (12 commits). This is a nationally recruited roster — only 10% of commits come from California itself. Club pipelines matter here: CT Grizzlies, Heros, STEPS appear most often among tracked commits.
- New York12
- Maryland10
- California6
- Connecticut5
- New Jersey4
- CT Grizzlies4
- Heros3
- STEPS3
- SkyWalkers3
- Big 4 HHH2
- Maryvale Prep3
- McDonogh School3
- Bayport-Blue Point2
Based on commitments tracked through the class of 2027. How this data is built
Related: where college lacrosse players come from, state by state
Who Gets Recruited to Play at Stanford
Of 60 tracked Stanford women's lacrosse commits with a Recruit Plan tier, the median recruit is Tier 2, and 100% were Top-4-tier recruits.
Academically, programs in this selectivity band typically look for a ~3.7+ unweighted GPA.
Related: what SAT and GPA college lacrosse players actually need
Program Trajectory
Stanford women's lacrosse is trending up among Division I programs: from #23 in 2023 to #3 in 2026 in our rating history.
Academic & School Profile
Stanford lists tuition at about $62,484 a year, before aid and scholarships. The six-year graduation rate is 93%. Undergraduate enrollment is about 7,841. Recruits should treat these as starting numbers: net cost after aid varies widely, so ask about it early in the process.
Stanford Lacrosse FAQ
Does Stanford have a women's lacrosse program?
Yes — Stanford fields a women's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division I level in the ACC.
Does Stanford have a men's lacrosse program?
No. Stanford does not currently field a men's lacrosse program in our database — only women's lacrosse.
What states do Stanford lacrosse players come from?
Tracked women's lacrosse commits to Stanford came from 19 states, led by NY (12), MD (10), CA (6). About 10% are in-state recruits.
How many lacrosse players does Stanford recruit each year?
Across the 2024–2027 classes, our data tracks an average of about 9 women's lacrosse commits per class at Stanford. Actual roster needs vary year to year by position and graduation.
What GPA do you need to play lacrosse at Stanford?
There is no fixed cutoff, but selectivity sets the bar. Academically, programs in this selectivity band typically look for a ~3.7+ unweighted GPA. Coaches can sometimes support strong athletes below that band — grades widen or narrow your options.
Which club teams send players to Stanford?
Among tracked women's lacrosse commits, the most frequent feeder clubs are CT Grizzlies, Heros, STEPS. 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