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Stanford University Women's Lacrosse

Stanford University (Stanford) · Stanford, California · Private nonprofit university

Acceptance rate4%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate92%finish within six years
Undergraduates18,625Large (>10,000)
Student-to-faculty6 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

Stanford University Women's Lacrosse coaches

Coaches at Stanford University who recruit Women's Lacrosse, head coach first.

Athletics

The program

Where Stanford University competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division I
Conference
Atlantic Coast Conference
Program level
Elite Program
Athletics site
gostanford.com
Academics

How you compare

The middle 50% of admitted students score inside the blue band. Test policy: Considered but not Required.

SATMiddle 50%: 1510–1580
ACTMiddle 50%: 34–35

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Popular majors

Aerospace, Aeronautical, and Astronautical/Space Engineering, GeneralAfrican-American/Black StudiesAmerican Indian/Native American StudiesAmerican/United States Studies/CivilizationAnthropology, GeneralApplied Mathematics, OtherArcheology
Test policy
Considered but not Required
Student-to-faculty
6 : 1
Graduation rate
92% in six years
Costs

What it costs

Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.

TuitionOne rate for all students$65,127
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$17,998
Campus

Where it is

Stanford University in Stanford.

Location
Stanford, California
Type
Private Non-Profit
Religious affiliation
Not Religiously Affiliated
Time zone
Pacific
Website
stanford.edu
Overview

About Stanford University Women's Lacrosse

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Danielle Spencer, the Head Coach, leads the Stanford University Women's Lacrosse staff of 4 coaches, verified October 2026. Stanford University (Stanford) competes in NCAA Division I Women's Lacrosse as a member of the Atlantic Coast Conference. Under NCAA rules, Division I lacrosse coaches can start private messages and calls on September 1 of junior year. Stanford University is a large private school in Stanford, California with 18,625 undergraduates, a 4% acceptance rate and an average net price of $17,998 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by Stanford University Women's Lacrosse

What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.

  1. Find the right coachEmail Danielle Spencer, the Head Coach and Colin Doyle, the Assistant Coach. Stanford University has 4 coaches for Women's Lacrosse, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
  2. Lead with your numbersPut your position, club team and stats like goals, assists and ground balls in the subject line and first sentences. Division I coaches recruit early and compare you against national results, so verified numbers matter.
  3. Send your videoInclude a highlight video with your best plays first, with the link near the top so Danielle can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Stanford University typically score 1510–1580 on the SAT and 34–35 on the ACT, and testing is considered but not required. Mention your GPA and intended major.
  5. Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the Stanford University staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.

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Questions

Stanford University Women's Lacrosse FAQ

Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.

Is Stanford University D1?

Yes. Stanford University competes in NCAA Division I Women's Lacrosse, in the Atlantic Coast Conference.

Is Stanford University public or private?

Stanford University is a private nonprofit school in Stanford, California.

What conference is Stanford University Women's Lacrosse in?

The Atlantic Coast Conference.

Does Stanford University offer athletic scholarships for Women's Lacrosse?

Stanford University competes in NCAA Division I, where programs can offer athletic scholarships. The number and size of awards vary, so ask the coaches directly.

How many coaches does Stanford University Women's Lacrosse have?

4 coaches, led by Danielle Spencer, the Head Coach.

Who is the head coach of Stanford University Women's Lacrosse?

Danielle Spencer is the Head Coach.

When can Stanford University Women's Lacrosse coaches contact recruits?

Under NCAA rules, Division I lacrosse coaches can start private messages and calls on September 1 of junior year. You can email the coaches yourself at any age. Rules change, so check your sport's current NCAA recruiting calendar.

Can you walk on to Stanford University Women's Lacrosse?

It depends on roster space each year. The best way to find out is to email the coaches with your stats and highlights and ask about walk-on spots.

How much does Stanford University cost?

In-state tuition is $65,127 and out-of-state tuition is $65,127 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $17,998.

What is the Stanford University acceptance rate?

4% of applicants are admitted.

What SAT or ACT score do you need for Stanford University?

Admitted students typically score 1510–1580 on the SAT and 34–35 on the ACT.

How do I contact the Stanford University Women's Lacrosse coaches?

Start a free 7-day AthleticScholar trial to see each coach's email and send a personal message from your own Gmail, with follow-ups until they reply.

Admissions, cost and enrollment figures come from the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS), latest year available.

Coaching staff verified October 2026