Vermont
University of Vermont
Vermont, in Burlington, VT, competes in the America East Conference at the NCAA Division I level, fielding both men's and women's lacrosse programs. Acceptance is broad at 60%, with an average SAT of 1357. Total undergraduate enrollment is about 11,614. The school's six-year graduation rate is 79%.
Lacrosse Programs at Vermont
Vermont plays women's lacrosse in the America East Conference, competing at the NCAA Division I level. The team went 10-7 in the 2026 season. Recruit Plan currently ranks the program #63 nationally (Tier 5).
Vermont plays men's lacrosse in the America East Conference, competing at the NCAA Division I level. The team went 7-7 in the 2026 season. Recruit Plan currently ranks the program #43 nationally (Tier 4).
Where Vermont Lacrosse Recruits Come From
Our data covers 57 women's lacrosse commitments to Vermont from 16 states across the classes of 2020–2027. The largest share arrives from Massachusetts (13 commits). This is a nationally recruited roster — only 2% of commits come from Vermont itself. Nationally, New York produces the most tracked women's lacrosse commits (3,554), which makes Vermont's Massachusetts-led pipeline a distinctive footprint. Club pipelines matter here: Granite State, MA Elite, Bay State Bullets appear most often among tracked commits.
- Massachusetts13
- New York13
- New Hampshire6
- New Jersey5
- Connecticut4
- Granite State4
- MA Elite4
- Bay State Bullets3
- Metro3
- ADK2
- Central Catholic2
- Marlborough2
- Queensbury2
Vermont men's lacrosse added 120 tracked commits from 25 states over the classes of 2020–2027. The largest share arrives from New York (14 commits). This is a nationally recruited roster — only 4% of commits come from Vermont itself. Club pipelines matter here: LEADING EDGE, EDGE, LAXACHUSETTS appear most often among tracked commits.
- New York14
- New Jersey13
- ON11
- Massachusetts10
- Florida9
- LEADING EDGE5
- EDGE4
- LAXACHUSETTS4
- NATIONALS4
- ANNAPOLIS HAWKS3
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 Vermont
Of 57 tracked Vermont women's lacrosse commits with a Recruit Plan tier, the median recruit is Tier 5.
Of 120 tracked Vermont men's lacrosse commits with a Recruit Plan tier, the median recruit is Tier 3, and 100% were Top-4-tier recruits.
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
Vermont women's lacrosse has slipped among Division I programs in our rating history, from #56 in 2023 to #64 in 2026.
Vermont men's lacrosse has slipped among Division I programs in our rating history, from #31 in 2023 to #47 in 2026.
Academic & School Profile
Published tuition runs about $18,890 in state and $43,890 for out-of-state students. The six-year graduation rate is 79%. Undergraduate enrollment is about 11,614. Use these figures as a baseline — actual cost depends on aid, and the earlier that conversation happens, the better.
Vermont Lacrosse FAQ
Does Vermont have a women's lacrosse program?
Yes — Vermont fields a women's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division I level in the America East Conference.
Does Vermont have a men's lacrosse program?
Yes — Vermont fields a men's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division I level in the America East Conference.
What states do Vermont lacrosse players come from?
Tracked men's lacrosse commits to Vermont came from 25 states, led by NY (14), NJ (13), ON (11). About 4% are in-state recruits.
How many lacrosse players does Vermont recruit each year?
Across the 2024–2027 classes, our data tracks an average of about 16 men's lacrosse commits per class at Vermont. Actual roster needs vary year to year by position and graduation.
What GPA do you need to play lacrosse at Vermont?
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 Vermont?
Among tracked men's lacrosse commits, the most frequent feeder clubs are LEADING EDGE, EDGE, LAXACHUSETTS. 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