Wellesley
Wellesley College
With a 14% acceptance rate and an average SAT of 1513, Wellesley sits among the more selective private colleges fielding lacrosse. Wellesley fields a women's lacrosse program but does not offer men's lacrosse — recruits should plan accordingly. The school competes in the NEWMAC at the NCAA Division III level. Total undergraduate enrollment is about 2,318. The school's six-year graduation rate is 91%.
Where Wellesley Lacrosse Recruits Come From
Our data covers 33 women's lacrosse commitments to Wellesley from 20 states across the classes of 2020–2027. California leads the pipeline with 4 commits. Just 9% of commits are in-state, so out-of-state recruits are the norm here. Nationally, New York produces the most tracked women's lacrosse commits (3,554), which makes Wellesley's California-led pipeline a distinctive footprint. Frequent feeder clubs include 3D, Major Force, BBL.
- California4
- New Jersey4
- Massachusetts3
- Minnesota2
- Missouri2
- 3D2
- Major Force2
- BBL1
- Bay State Bullets1
- Bluegrass1
- Upper Arlington2
- Broughton1
- Campolindo1
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 Wellesley
The typical women's lacrosse recruit landing at Wellesley is a Tier 12 player (median of 33 tracked commits).
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
The rating trend points down among Division III programs: #163 (2023) to #168 (2026).
Academic & School Profile
Published tuition is about $64,320 per year before financial aid. 91% of students graduate within six years. About 2,318 undergraduates attend. For recruits, sticker price rarely equals net price — bring cost and aid questions into coach conversations early.
Wellesley Lacrosse FAQ
Does Wellesley have a women's lacrosse program?
Yes — Wellesley fields a women's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division III level in the NEWMAC.
Does Wellesley have a men's lacrosse program?
No. Wellesley does not currently field a men's lacrosse program in our database — only women's lacrosse.
What states do Wellesley lacrosse players come from?
Tracked women's lacrosse commits to Wellesley came from 20 states, led by CA (4), NJ (4), MA (3). About 9% are in-state recruits.
How many lacrosse players does Wellesley recruit each year?
Across the 2024–2027 classes, our data tracks an average of about 5 women's lacrosse commits per class at Wellesley. Actual roster needs vary year to year by position and graduation.
What GPA do you need to play lacrosse at Wellesley?
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 Wellesley?
Among tracked women's lacrosse commits, the most frequent feeder clubs are 3D, Major Force, BBL. 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