Western New England
Western New England University
Western New England is an NCAA Division III program in the Conference of New England, based in Springfield, MA, with both men's and women's lacrosse programs. Acceptance is broad at 83%, with an average SAT of 1231. Total undergraduate enrollment is about 2,508. The school's six-year graduation rate is 64%.
Lacrosse Programs at Western New England
The Western New England women's lacrosse program competes at the NCAA Division III level in the Conference of New England. The team went 9-8 in the 2026 season. Recruit Plan currently ranks the program #353 nationally (Tier 11).
Western New England plays men's lacrosse in the Conference of New England, competing at the NCAA Division III level. The team went 13-7 in the 2026 season. Recruit Plan currently ranks the program #163 nationally (Tier 8).
Where Western New England Lacrosse Recruits Come From
Across the classes of 2020–2026, our commitment data tracks 19 women's lacrosse recruits landing at Western New England from 7 states. Massachusetts — the program's home state — supplies the largest share, 8 of 19 commits. Nationally, New York produces the most tracked women's lacrosse commits (3,554), which makes Western New England's Massachusetts-led pipeline a distinctive footprint. Club pipelines matter here: Lax+, Gold Star, Nor'easter appear most often among tracked commits.
- Massachusetts8
- Connecticut6
- California1
- Colorado1
- New Hampshire1
- Lax+3
- Gold Star2
- Nor'easter2
- Berkshire Attack1
- DEWLax1
- Billerica Memorial1
- Granby1
- Hamden1
Our data covers 54 men's lacrosse commitments to Western New England from 7 states across the classes of 2020–2027. Massachusetts — the program's home state — supplies the largest share, 24 of 54 commits. Nationally, New York produces the most tracked men's lacrosse commits (4,074), which makes Western New England's Massachusetts-led pipeline a distinctive footprint. Club pipelines matter here: CT VALLEY, ALBANY POWER, FIGHTING CLAMS appear most often among tracked commits.
- Massachusetts24
- Connecticut16
- New York9
- New Jersey2
- California1
- CT VALLEY9
- ALBANY POWER5
- FIGHTING CLAMS4
- KINGS3
- LAXACHUSETTS3
Based on commitments tracked through the class of 2027. How this data is built
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Who Gets Recruited to Play at Western New England
Of 19 tracked Western New England women's lacrosse commits with a Recruit Plan tier, the median recruit is Tier 11.
Of 54 tracked Western New England men's lacrosse commits with a Recruit Plan tier, the median recruit is Tier 9.
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
Western New England women's lacrosse has slipped among Division III programs in our rating history, from #69 in 2023 to #129 in 2026.
Western New England men's lacrosse has slipped among Division III programs in our rating history, from #40 in 2023 to #66 in 2026.
Academic & School Profile
Western New England lists tuition at about $46,430 a year, before aid and scholarships. The six-year graduation rate is 64%. Undergraduate enrollment is about 2,508. For recruits, sticker price rarely equals net price — bring cost and aid questions into coach conversations early.
Western New England Lacrosse FAQ
Does Western New England have a women's lacrosse program?
Yes — Western New England fields a women's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division III level in the Conference of New England.
Does Western New England have a men's lacrosse program?
Yes — Western New England fields a men's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division III level in the Conference of New England.
What states do Western New England lacrosse players come from?
Tracked men's lacrosse commits to Western New England came from 7 states, led by MA (24), CT (16), NY (9). About 44% are in-state recruits.
How many lacrosse players does Western New England recruit each year?
Across the 2024–2027 classes, our data tracks an average of about 7 men's lacrosse commits per class at Western New England. Actual roster needs vary year to year by position and graduation.
What GPA do you need to play lacrosse at Western New England?
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 Western New England?
Among tracked men's lacrosse commits, the most frequent feeder clubs are CT VALLEY, ALBANY POWER, FIGHTING CLAMS. 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