Wesleyan
Wesleyan University
With a 17% acceptance rate and an average SAT of 1513, Wesleyan sits among the more selective private colleges fielding lacrosse. The school competes in the NESCAC at the NCAA Division III level, fielding both men's and women's lacrosse programs. Total undergraduate enrollment is about 2,973. The school's six-year graduation rate is 92%.
Lacrosse Programs at Wesleyan
In women's lacrosse, Wesleyan is a NCAA Division III program and a member of the NESCAC. The team went 16-3 in the 2026 season. In Recruit Plan's national rankings the program sits at #83, Tier 6.
Wesleyan plays men's lacrosse in the NESCAC, competing at the NCAA Division III level. The team went 13-4 in the 2026 season. In Recruit Plan's national rankings the program sits at #59, Tier 5.
Where Wesleyan Lacrosse Recruits Come From
Across the classes of 2020–2026, our commitment data tracks 57 women's lacrosse recruits landing at Wesleyan from 17 states. Massachusetts leads the pipeline with 13 commits. Just 2% 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 Wesleyan's Massachusetts-led pipeline a distinctive footprint. Frequent feeder clubs include MA Elite, LI Elite, Laxachusetts.
- Massachusetts13
- New Jersey12
- New York11
- Rhode Island4
- Pennsylvania3
- MA Elite8
- LI Elite4
- Laxachusetts3
- UltGoal3
- BBL2
- Notre Dame Hingham3
- Phillips Exeter Academy3
- Berkeley1
Across the classes of 2020–2026, our commitment data tracks 120 men's lacrosse recruits landing at Wesleyan from 22 states. New York leads the pipeline with 27 commits. Just 7% of commits are in-state, so out-of-state recruits are the norm here. Frequent feeder clubs include FIGHTING CLAMS, LI EXPRESS, 3D NEW ENGLAND.
- New York27
- Massachusetts23
- New Jersey13
- California11
- Connecticut8
- FIGHTING CLAMS5
- LI EXPRESS5
- 3D NEW ENGLAND4
- ALCATRAZ OUTLAWS4
- KINGS4
Based on commitments tracked through the class of 2026. How this data is built
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Who Gets Recruited to Play at Wesleyan
The typical women's lacrosse recruit landing at Wesleyan is a Tier 6 player (median of 56 tracked commits).
The typical men's lacrosse recruit landing at Wesleyan is a Tier 8 player (median of 120 tracked commits).
Academically, programs in this selectivity band typically look for a ~3.7+ unweighted GPA.
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Academic & School Profile
Published tuition is about $67,316 per year before financial aid. 92% of students graduate within six years. About 2,973 undergraduates attend. For recruits, sticker price rarely equals net price — bring cost and aid questions into coach conversations early.
Wesleyan Lacrosse FAQ
Does Wesleyan have a women's lacrosse program?
Yes — Wesleyan fields a women's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division III level in the NESCAC.
Does Wesleyan have a men's lacrosse program?
Yes — Wesleyan fields a men's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division III level in the NESCAC.
What states do Wesleyan lacrosse players come from?
Tracked men's lacrosse commits to Wesleyan came from 22 states, led by NY (27), MA (23), NJ (13). About 7% are in-state recruits.
How many lacrosse players does Wesleyan recruit each year?
Across the 2023–2026 classes, our data tracks an average of about 18 men's lacrosse commits per class at Wesleyan. Actual roster needs vary year to year by position and graduation.
What GPA do you need to play lacrosse at Wesleyan?
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 Wesleyan?
Among tracked men's lacrosse commits, the most frequent feeder clubs are FIGHTING CLAMS, LI EXPRESS, 3D NEW ENGLAND. 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