Whitworth
Whitworth University
With about 1,927 undergraduates, Whitworth is a small private college in Spokane, WA. Whitworth fields a women's lacrosse program but does not offer men's lacrosse — recruits should plan accordingly. The school competes in the Northwest Conference at the NCAA Division III level. Acceptance is broad at 87%, with an average SAT of 1212. The school's six-year graduation rate is 68%.
Where Whitworth Lacrosse Recruits Come From
Whitworth women's lacrosse added 11 tracked commits from 5 states over the classes of 2022–2026. California leads the pipeline with 4 commits. Just 18% 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 Whitworth's California-led pipeline a distinctive footprint. Frequent feeder clubs include 253, Coast, Frenzy.
- California4
- Oregon3
- Washington2
- Idaho1
- Montana1
- 2531
- Coast1
- Frenzy1
- Mission1
- OR Pride1
- Bend1
- Cathedral Catholic1
- Helena1
Based on commitments tracked through the class of 2026. How this data is built
Related: where college lacrosse players come from, state by state
Who Gets Recruited to Play at Whitworth
The typical women's lacrosse recruit landing at Whitworth is a Tier 12 player (median of 11 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
A program on the rise among Division III programs — climbing from #211 (2023) to #149 (2026).
Academic & School Profile
Published tuition is about $50,920 per year before financial aid. 68% of students graduate within six years. About 1,927 undergraduates attend. Recruits should treat these as starting numbers: net cost after aid varies widely, so ask about it early in the process.
Whitworth Lacrosse FAQ
Does Whitworth have a women's lacrosse program?
Yes — Whitworth fields a women's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division III level in the Northwest Conference.
Does Whitworth have a men's lacrosse program?
No. Whitworth does not currently field a men's lacrosse program in our database — only women's lacrosse.
What states do Whitworth lacrosse players come from?
Tracked women's lacrosse commits to Whitworth came from 5 states, led by CA (4), OR (3), WA (2). About 18% are in-state recruits.
How many lacrosse players does Whitworth recruit each year?
Across the 2023–2026 classes, our data tracks an average of about 3 women's lacrosse commits per class at Whitworth. Actual roster needs vary year to year by position and graduation.
What GPA do you need to play lacrosse at Whitworth?
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 Whitworth?
Among tracked women's lacrosse commits, the most frequent feeder clubs are 253, Coast, Frenzy. 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