Wheaton (MA)
Wheaton College (Massachusetts)
Wheaton (MA) is a small private college in Norton, MA, with about 1,744 undergraduates. The school competes in the NEWMAC at the NCAA Division III level, fielding both men's and women's lacrosse programs. Acceptance is broad at 71%, with an average SAT of 1321. The school's six-year graduation rate is 76%.
Lacrosse Programs at Wheaton (MA)
Wheaton (MA) plays women's lacrosse in the NEWMAC, competing at the NCAA Division III level. The team went 11-7 in the 2026 season. Recruit Plan currently ranks the program #311 nationally (Tier 11).
Wheaton (MA) plays men's lacrosse in the NEWMAC, competing at the NCAA Division III level. The team went 9-6 in the 2026 season. Recruit Plan currently ranks the program #215 nationally (Tier 9).
Where Wheaton (MA) Lacrosse Recruits Come From
Wheaton (MA) women's lacrosse added 22 tracked commits from 7 states over the classes of 2020–2026. The largest share arrives from Connecticut (6 commits). Nationally, New York produces the most tracked women's lacrosse commits (3,554), which makes Wheaton (MA)'s Connecticut-led pipeline a distinctive footprint. Club pipelines matter here: Maineiax, Nor'easter, Storm (MA) appear most often among tracked commits.
- Connecticut6
- Massachusetts6
- Maine4
- California2
- New Hampshire2
- Maineiax3
- Nor'easter3
- Storm (MA)3
- NH Tomahawks2
- 3D NE1
- Governors Academy2
- Scarborough2
- Arlington1
Wheaton (MA) men's lacrosse added 53 tracked commits from 11 states over the classes of 2020–2026. The largest share arrives from Connecticut (13 commits). This is a nationally recruited roster — only 23% of commits come from Massachusetts itself. Nationally, New York produces the most tracked men's lacrosse commits (4,074), which makes Wheaton (MA)'s Connecticut-led pipeline a distinctive footprint. Club pipelines matter here: 4LEAF, CT VALLEY, NH TOMAHAWKS appear most often among tracked commits.
- Connecticut13
- Massachusetts12
- New Jersey7
- New Hampshire6
- Maine5
- 4LEAF5
- CT VALLEY5
- NH TOMAHAWKS4
- HGR3
- ME MUSSELS3
Based on commitments tracked through the class of 2026. How this data is built
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Who Gets Recruited to Play at Wheaton (MA)
Of 22 tracked Wheaton (MA) women's lacrosse commits with a Recruit Plan tier, the median recruit is Tier 11.
Of 53 tracked Wheaton (MA) men's lacrosse commits with a Recruit Plan tier, the median recruit is Tier 10.
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
Wheaton (MA) women's lacrosse has slipped among Division III programs in our rating history, from #78 in 2023 to #92 in 2026.
Wheaton (MA) men's lacrosse is trending up among Division III programs: from #129 in 2023 to #74 in 2026 in our rating history.
Academic & School Profile
Wheaton (MA) lists tuition at about $62,080 a year, before aid and scholarships. The six-year graduation rate is 76%. Undergraduate enrollment is about 1,744. For recruits, sticker price rarely equals net price — bring cost and aid questions into coach conversations early.
Wheaton (MA) Lacrosse FAQ
Does Wheaton (MA) have a women's lacrosse program?
Yes — Wheaton (MA) fields a women's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division III level in the NEWMAC.
Does Wheaton (MA) have a men's lacrosse program?
Yes — Wheaton (MA) fields a men's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division III level in the NEWMAC.
What states do Wheaton (MA) lacrosse players come from?
Tracked men's lacrosse commits to Wheaton (MA) came from 11 states, led by CT (13), MA (12), NJ (7). About 23% are in-state recruits.
How many lacrosse players does Wheaton (MA) recruit each year?
Across the 2023–2026 classes, our data tracks an average of about 10 men's lacrosse commits per class at Wheaton (MA). Actual roster needs vary year to year by position and graduation.
What GPA do you need to play lacrosse at Wheaton (MA)?
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 Wheaton (MA)?
Among tracked men's lacrosse commits, the most frequent feeder clubs are 4LEAF, CT VALLEY, NH TOMAHAWKS. 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