Walsh
Walsh University
Walsh is a small private college in North Canton, OH, with about 1,294 undergraduates. The school competes in the Great Midwest Athletic Conference at the NCAA Division II level, fielding both men's and women's lacrosse programs. Acceptance is broad at 78%, with an average SAT of 1210. The school's six-year graduation rate is 62%.
Lacrosse Programs at Walsh
In women's lacrosse, Walsh is a NCAA Division II program and a member of the Great Midwest Athletic Conference. The team went 6-10 in the 2026 season. Recruit Plan currently ranks the program #290 nationally (Tier 10).
In men's lacrosse, Walsh is a NCAA Division II program and a member of the Great Midwest Athletic Conference. The team went 9-9 in the 2026 season. Recruit Plan currently ranks the program #226 nationally (Tier 9).
Where Walsh Lacrosse Recruits Come From
Our data covers 31 women's lacrosse commitments to Walsh from 13 states across the classes of 2020–2027. Ohio — the program's home state — supplies the largest share, 16 of 31 commits. 52% of commits stay in-state, so Ohio players have a real edge in visibility. Nationally, New York produces the most tracked women's lacrosse commits (3,554), which makes Walsh's Ohio-led pipeline a distinctive footprint. Club pipelines matter here: Maxim, Major Force, Athena appear most often among tracked commits.
- Ohio16
- Indiana3
- Pennsylvania2
- AB1
- BC1
- Maxim4
- Major Force3
- Athena2
- Circle City2
- Big Fish1
- Canfield2
- Hoover North Canton2
- Other2
Walsh men's lacrosse added 52 tracked commits from 16 states over the classes of 2020–2026. The largest share arrives from Ohio (17 commits). Nationally, New York produces the most tracked men's lacrosse commits (4,074), which makes Walsh's Ohio-led pipeline a distinctive footprint. Club pipelines matter here: RESOLUTE, EVOLVE, HEADLINES appear most often among tracked commits.
- Ohio17
- Pennsylvania7
- ON6
- BC4
- New York4
- RESOLUTE8
- EVOLVE4
- HEADLINES4
- NANAIMO TIMBERMEN3
- TRUE OHIO3
Based on commitments tracked through the class of 2027. How this data is built
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Who Gets Recruited to Play at Walsh
Of 30 tracked Walsh women's lacrosse commits with a Recruit Plan tier, the median recruit is Tier 10.
Of 52 tracked Walsh 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 ~3.0+ unweighted GPA.
Related: what SAT and GPA college lacrosse players actually need
Program Trajectory
Walsh women's lacrosse has slipped among Division II programs in our rating history, from #37 in 2023 to #81 in 2026.
Walsh men's lacrosse is trending up among Division II programs: from #52 in 2023 to #46 in 2026 in our rating history.
Academic & School Profile
Walsh lists tuition at about $34,595 a year, before aid and scholarships. The six-year graduation rate is 62%. Undergraduate enrollment is about 1,294. Use these figures as a baseline — actual cost depends on aid, and the earlier that conversation happens, the better.
Walsh Lacrosse FAQ
Does Walsh have a women's lacrosse program?
Yes — Walsh fields a women's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division II level in the Great Midwest Athletic Conference.
Does Walsh have a men's lacrosse program?
Yes — Walsh fields a men's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division II level in the Great Midwest Athletic Conference.
What states do Walsh lacrosse players come from?
Tracked men's lacrosse commits to Walsh came from 16 states, led by OH (17), PA (7), ON (6). About 33% are in-state recruits.
How many lacrosse players does Walsh recruit each year?
Across the 2023–2026 classes, our data tracks an average of about 10 men's lacrosse commits per class at Walsh. Actual roster needs vary year to year by position and graduation.
What GPA do you need to play lacrosse at Walsh?
There is no fixed cutoff, but selectivity sets the bar. Academically, programs in this selectivity band typically look for a ~3.0+ unweighted GPA. Coaches can sometimes support strong athletes below that band — grades widen or narrow your options.
Which club teams send players to Walsh?
Among tracked men's lacrosse commits, the most frequent feeder clubs are RESOLUTE, EVOLVE, HEADLINES. 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