Transylvania
Transylvania University
With about 1,014 undergraduates, Transylvania is a small private college in Lexington, 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 85%, with an average SAT of 1285. The school's six-year graduation rate is 70%.
Lacrosse Programs at Transylvania
In women's lacrosse, Transylvania is a NCAA Division III program and a member of the Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference. The team went 10-8 in the 2026 season. In Recruit Plan's national rankings the program sits at #401, Tier 12.
Transylvania plays men's lacrosse in the Hudson Champlain Mens Lacrosse Conference, competing at the NCAA Division III level. The team went 12-5 in the 2026 season. In Recruit Plan's national rankings the program sits at #225, Tier 9.
Where Transylvania Lacrosse Recruits Come From
Transylvania women's lacrosse added 15 tracked commits from 3 states over the classes of 2020–2027. The pipeline is strongly local: Kentucky leads with 10 commits (67% of the total). In-state recruits make up 67% of the pipeline — a regional program by the numbers. Nationally, New York produces the most tracked women's lacrosse commits (3,554), which makes Transylvania's Kentucky-led pipeline a distinctive footprint. Frequent feeder clubs include Bluegrass, BBLC, Big Blue/Sizzle.
- Kentucky10
- Ohio4
- Wisconsin1
- Bluegrass3
- BBLC1
- Big Blue/Sizzle1
- Bluegrass Bandits1
- Bluegrass Bandits/TNLax1
- DuPont Manual2
- Henry Clay2
- Arrowhead1
Transylvania men's lacrosse added 45 tracked commits from 12 states over the classes of 2020–2026. The pipeline is strongly local: Kentucky leads with 23 commits (51% of the total). In-state recruits make up 51% of the pipeline — a regional program by the numbers. Nationally, New York produces the most tracked men's lacrosse commits (4,074), which makes Transylvania's Kentucky-led pipeline a distinctive footprint. Frequent feeder clubs include COMMONWEALTH KINGS, RESOLUTE, L4.
- Kentucky23
- Ohio4
- Texas3
- Washington3
- Florida2
- COMMONWEALTH KINGS17
- RESOLUTE4
- L42
- SHRED THREAD2
- SILVERBACKS2
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 Transylvania
The typical women's lacrosse recruit landing at Transylvania is a Tier 12 player (median of 15 tracked commits).
The typical men's lacrosse recruit landing at Transylvania is a Tier 10 player (median of 45 tracked commits).
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
The rating trend points down among Division III programs: #129 (2023) to #161 (2026).
A program on the rise among Division III programs — climbing from #109 (2023) to #87 (2026).
Academic & School Profile
Published tuition is about $44,980 per year before financial aid. 70% of students graduate within six years. About 1,014 undergraduates attend. For recruits, sticker price rarely equals net price — bring cost and aid questions into coach conversations early.
Transylvania Lacrosse FAQ
Does Transylvania have a women's lacrosse program?
Yes — Transylvania fields a women's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division III level in the Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference.
Does Transylvania have a men's lacrosse program?
Yes — Transylvania 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 Transylvania lacrosse players come from?
Tracked men's lacrosse commits to Transylvania came from 12 states, led by KY (23), OH (4), TX (3). About 51% are in-state recruits.
How many lacrosse players does Transylvania recruit each year?
Across the 2023–2026 classes, our data tracks an average of about 8 men's lacrosse commits per class at Transylvania. Actual roster needs vary year to year by position and graduation.
What GPA do you need to play lacrosse at Transylvania?
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 Transylvania?
Among tracked men's lacrosse commits, the most frequent feeder clubs are COMMONWEALTH KINGS, RESOLUTE, L4. 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