Whittier
Whittier College
With about 812 undergraduates, Whittier is a small private college in Whittier, CA. The school competes in the SCIAC at the NCAA Division III level, fielding both men's and women's lacrosse programs. Acceptance is broad at 85%, with an average SAT of 1230. The school's six-year graduation rate is 63%.
Lacrosse Programs at Whittier
Whittier plays women's lacrosse in the SCIAC, competing at the NCAA Division III level. The team went 0-13 in the 2025 season. In Recruit Plan's national rankings the program sits at #456, Tier 12.
The Whittier men's lacrosse program competes at the NCAA Division III level. In Recruit Plan's national rankings the program sits at #231, Tier 9.
Where Whittier Lacrosse Recruits Come From
Whittier men's lacrosse added 18 tracked commits from 6 states over the classes of 2020–2023. Washington leads the pipeline with 6 commits. Nationally, New York produces the most tracked men's lacrosse commits (4,074), which makes Whittier's Washington-led pipeline a distinctive footprint. Frequent feeder clubs include SEATTLE STARZ, 3D CO, ADVNC.
- Washington6
- California5
- Florida3
- Colorado2
- New York1
- SEATTLE STARZ2
- 3D CO1
- ADVNC1
- BOOTH1
- BRADYS BUNCH1
Based on commitments tracked through the class of 2023. How this data is built
Related: where college lacrosse players come from, state by state
Who Gets Recruited to Play at Whittier
The typical men's lacrosse recruit landing at Whittier is a Tier 10 player (median of 18 tracked commits).
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
The rating trend points down among Division III programs: #113 (2023) to #191 (2026).
Academic & School Profile
Published tuition is about $49,864 per year before financial aid. 63% of students graduate within six years. About 812 undergraduates attend. Recruits should treat these as starting numbers: net cost after aid varies widely, so ask about it early in the process.
Whittier Lacrosse FAQ
Does Whittier have a women's lacrosse program?
Yes — Whittier fields a women's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division III level in the SCIAC.
Does Whittier have a men's lacrosse program?
Yes — Whittier fields a men's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division III level.
What states do Whittier lacrosse players come from?
Tracked men's lacrosse commits to Whittier came from 6 states, led by WA (6), CA (5), FL (3). About 28% are in-state recruits.
How many lacrosse players does Whittier recruit each year?
Across the 2020–2023 classes, our data tracks an average of about 5 men's lacrosse commits per class at Whittier. Actual roster needs vary year to year by position and graduation.
What GPA do you need to play lacrosse at Whittier?
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 Whittier?
Among tracked men's lacrosse commits, the most frequent feeder clubs are SEATTLE STARZ, 3D CO, ADVNC. 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