UC Davis
University of California-Davis
UC Davis is a large public university in Davis, CA, with roughly 31,777 undergraduates. UC Davis fields a women's lacrosse program but does not offer men's lacrosse — recruits should plan accordingly. The school competes in the Big 12 at the NCAA Division I level. Acceptance runs 42%. The school's six-year graduation rate is 85%.
Where UC Davis Lacrosse Recruits Come From
Across the classes of 2020–2027, our commitment data tracks 58 women's lacrosse recruits landing at UC Davis from 13 states. The pipeline is strongly local: California leads with 33 commits (57% of the total). In-state recruits make up 57% of the pipeline — a regional program by the numbers. Nationally, New York produces the most tracked women's lacrosse commits (3,554), which makes UC Davis's California-led pipeline a distinctive footprint. Frequent feeder clubs include Tenacity, Mad Dog, STEPS.
- California33
- Colorado5
- Connecticut4
- Maryland3
- Pennsylvania3
- Tenacity10
- Mad Dog5
- STEPS5
- Team 1804
- Verve4
- San Ramon Valley4
- Campolindo3
- Fairview3
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 UC Davis
The typical women's lacrosse recruit landing at UC Davis is a Tier 5 player (median of 58 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
A program on the rise among Division I programs — climbing from #66 (2023) to #59 (2026).
Academic & School Profile
As a public school, UC Davis lists tuition at about $15,247 for in-state students and $46,024 out of state. 85% of students graduate within six years. About 31,777 undergraduates attend. Recruits should treat these as starting numbers: net cost after aid varies widely, so ask about it early in the process.
UC Davis Lacrosse FAQ
Does UC Davis have a women's lacrosse program?
Yes — UC Davis fields a women's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division I level in the Big 12.
Does UC Davis have a men's lacrosse program?
No. UC Davis does not currently field a men's lacrosse program in our database — only women's lacrosse.
What states do UC Davis lacrosse players come from?
Tracked women's lacrosse commits to UC Davis came from 13 states, led by CA (33), CO (5), CT (4). About 57% are in-state recruits.
How many lacrosse players does UC Davis recruit each year?
Across the 2024–2027 classes, our data tracks an average of about 8 women's lacrosse commits per class at UC Davis. Actual roster needs vary year to year by position and graduation.
What GPA do you need to play lacrosse at UC Davis?
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 UC Davis?
Among tracked women's lacrosse commits, the most frequent feeder clubs are Tenacity, Mad Dog, 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