Young Harris
Young Harris College
Young Harris is a small private college in Young Harris, GA, with about 810 undergraduates. The school competes in the Conference Carolinas at the NCAA Division II level, fielding both men's and women's lacrosse programs. Acceptance is broad at 64%. The school's six-year graduation rate is 46%.
Lacrosse Programs at Young Harris
In women's lacrosse, Young Harris is a NCAA Division II program and a member of the Conference Carolinas. The team went 14-6 in the 2026 season. In Recruit Plan's national rankings the program sits at #265, Tier 10.
Young Harris plays men's lacrosse in the Conference Carolinas, competing at the NCAA Division II level. The team went 3-13 in the 2026 season. In Recruit Plan's national rankings the program sits at #289, Tier 10.
Where Young Harris Lacrosse Recruits Come From
Young Harris women's lacrosse added 46 tracked commits from 12 states over the classes of 2020–2027. The pipeline is strongly local: Georgia leads with 24 commits (52% of the total). In-state recruits make up 52% of the pipeline — a regional program by the numbers. Nationally, New York produces the most tracked women's lacrosse commits (3,554), which makes Young Harris's Georgia-led pipeline a distinctive footprint. Frequent feeder clubs include ATL Storm, EagleStix, FL Shine.
- Georgia24
- Florida6
- South Carolina4
- North Carolina2
- New York2
- ATL Storm6
- EagleStix3
- FL Shine2
- GA Outlaws2
- Southern Zone2
- Blessed Trinity3
- Centennial2
- Kell2
Young Harris men's lacrosse added 51 tracked commits from 16 states over the classes of 2020–2027. The pipeline is strongly local: Georgia leads with 21 commits (41% of the total). Nationally, New York produces the most tracked men's lacrosse commits (4,074), which makes Young Harris's Georgia-led pipeline a distinctive footprint. Frequent feeder clubs include ATL KINGS, L4 SELECT, TEAM 91.
- Georgia21
- Alabama5
- Kentucky5
- North Carolina3
- Arizona2
- ATL KINGS4
- L4 SELECT3
- TEAM 913
- THUNDER LB33
- ATL EMPIRE2
Based on commitments tracked through the class of 2027. How this data is built
Related: where college lacrosse players come from, state by state
Who Gets Recruited to Play at Young Harris
The typical women's lacrosse recruit landing at Young Harris is a Tier 10 player (median of 46 tracked commits).
The typical men's lacrosse recruit landing at Young Harris is a Tier 7 player (median of 51 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 II programs — climbing from #69 (2023) to #52 (2026).
The rating trend points down among Division II programs: #59 (2023) to #63 (2026).
Academic & School Profile
Published tuition is about $32,305 per year before financial aid. 46% of students graduate within six years. About 810 undergraduates attend. Use these figures as a baseline — actual cost depends on aid, and the earlier that conversation happens, the better.
Young Harris Lacrosse FAQ
Does Young Harris have a women's lacrosse program?
Yes — Young Harris fields a women's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division II level in the Conference Carolinas.
Does Young Harris have a men's lacrosse program?
Yes — Young Harris fields a men's lacrosse program. The program competes at the NCAA Division II level in the Conference Carolinas.
What states do Young Harris lacrosse players come from?
Tracked men's lacrosse commits to Young Harris came from 16 states, led by GA (21), AL (5), KY (5). About 41% are in-state recruits.
How many lacrosse players does Young Harris recruit each year?
Across the 2024–2027 classes, our data tracks an average of about 6 men's lacrosse commits per class at Young Harris. Actual roster needs vary year to year by position and graduation.
What GPA do you need to play lacrosse at Young Harris?
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 Young Harris?
Among tracked men's lacrosse commits, the most frequent feeder clubs are ATL KINGS, L4 SELECT, 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