York
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State York
York is a small public college in York, PA, with about 668 undergraduates. The school competes in the MAC Commonwealth at the NCAA Division III level, fielding both men's and women's lacrosse programs. Acceptance is broad at 92%, with an average SAT of 1170. The school's six-year graduation rate is 11%.
Lacrosse Programs at York
York plays women's lacrosse in the MAC Commonwealth, competing at the NCAA Division III level. The team went 16-4 in the 2026 season. Recruit Plan currently ranks the program #135 nationally (Tier 7).
The York men's lacrosse program competes at the NCAA Division III level in the MAC Commonwealth. The team went 20-1 in the 2026 season. Recruit Plan currently ranks the program #81 nationally (Tier 6).
Where York Lacrosse Recruits Come From
York women's lacrosse added 43 tracked commits from 8 states over the classes of 2020–2027. The largest share arrives from Maryland (14 commits). Nationally, New York produces the most tracked women's lacrosse commits (3,554), which makes York's Maryland-led pipeline a distinctive footprint. Club pipelines matter here: DEWLax/Metro, HoCo, LI Empire appear most often among tracked commits.
- Maryland14
- Pennsylvania11
- New Jersey7
- New York5
- Virginia3
- DEWLax/Metro2
- HoCo2
- LI Empire2
- PRIDE2
- Phantastix2
- Abington Heights2
- Dulaney2
- Arundel1
Across the classes of 2020–2027, our commitment data tracks 124 men's lacrosse recruits landing at York from 25 states. The largest share arrives from Maryland (30 commits). This is a nationally recruited roster — only 16% of commits come from Pennsylvania itself. Nationally, New York produces the most tracked men's lacrosse commits (4,074), which makes York's Maryland-led pipeline a distinctive footprint. Club pipelines matter here: TRUE MARYLAND, COASTAL, TEAM 91 appear most often among tracked commits.
- Maryland30
- Pennsylvania20
- New Jersey14
- North Carolina6
- Texas6
- TRUE MARYLAND5
- COASTAL4
- TEAM 914
- DUKES3
- FREEDOM3
Based on commitments tracked through the class of 2027. How this data is built
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Who Gets Recruited to Play at York
Of 42 tracked York women's lacrosse commits with a Recruit Plan tier, the median recruit is Tier 7.
Of 124 tracked York men's lacrosse commits with a Recruit Plan tier, the median recruit is Tier 8.
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
York women's lacrosse has held steady in our rating history among Division III programs: #13 in 2023, #13 in 2026.
York men's lacrosse has held steady in our rating history among Division III programs: #10 in 2023, #9 in 2026.
Academic & School Profile
Published tuition runs about $15,180 in state and $25,118 for out-of-state students. The six-year graduation rate is 11%. Undergraduate enrollment is about 668. Recruits should treat these as starting numbers: net cost after aid varies widely, so ask about it early in the process.
York Lacrosse FAQ
Does York have a women's lacrosse program?
Yes — York fields a women's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division III level in the MAC Commonwealth.
Does York have a men's lacrosse program?
Yes — York fields a men's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division III level in the MAC Commonwealth.
What states do York lacrosse players come from?
Tracked men's lacrosse commits to York came from 25 states, led by MD (30), PA (20), NJ (14). About 16% are in-state recruits.
How many lacrosse players does York recruit each year?
Across the 2024–2027 classes, our data tracks an average of about 14 men's lacrosse commits per class at York. Actual roster needs vary year to year by position and graduation.
What GPA do you need to play lacrosse at York?
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 York?
Among tracked men's lacrosse commits, the most frequent feeder clubs are TRUE MARYLAND, COASTAL, TEAM 91. 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