Womens Lacrosse question

Hey there,

@Allenab here is the information I could not fit on our discussion.

I used Ivy assistant to find answers for some of your questions:

Pre-Med Programs with Women's Lacrosse:

Columbia University (NCAA Division I)

Cornell University (NCAA Division I)

New York University (NCAA Division III)

University of Rochester (NCAA Division III)

Binghamton University (NCAA Division I)

Stony Brook University (NCAA Division I)

Fordham University (Club Lacrosse)

Syracuse University (NCAA Division I)

University at Buffalo (Club Lacrosse).

Orthopedic Surgery Programs (Affiliated Medical Schools or Hospitals) with Women's Lacrosse: Columbia University (NCAA Division I)

Cornell University (NCAA Division I)

New York University (NCAA Division III)

University at Buffalo (Club Lacrosse).

Recruiting information from Ivy:

1. Identification: College coaches identify potential recruits through various channels, such as attending high school games, tournaments, showcases, and camps. Coaches may also discover prospects by reviewing highlight reels and sports resumes submitted by athletes or through referrals from other coaches.

2. Evaluation: Coaches evaluate potential recruits based on their athletic ability, academic performance, and character. They may review game footage, assess stats, and contact high school or club coaches for further insight into a prospect's potential.

3. Communication: Coaches initiate contact with prospects through various means, including phone calls, emails, and social media (keeping in mind the NCAA rules and contact periods). Prospects should stay proactive in communicating with college coaches to express their interest and provide updates on their progress.

4. Campus visits: Coaches often invite prospective student-athletes for unofficial or official campus visits. During these visits, recruits can tour the campus, meet the coaching staff and current athletes, watch practices or games, and learn more about the college and its athletic program.

5. Scholarship offers and negotiation: For NCAA Division I and II schools, coaches may extend scholarship offers to qualified prospects. Scholarship offers can be negotiable, and student-athletes should discuss the terms and conditions with their families and coaches.

6. Verbal commitment: A prospect may choose to make a verbal commitment to a college program. This is a non-binding agreement indicating the athlete's intention to attend and play for that school.

7. National Letter of Intent (NLI): For NCAA Division I and II student-athletes, signing an NLI is the final step in the recruiting process. The NLI is a binding agreement between the athlete and the institution, committing the athlete to attend the school and participate in its athletic program in exchange for financial aid.

8. Enrollment and participation: Once enrolled, the student-athlete will join the college's athletic program, attend practices, compete in games, and fulfill the academic requirements of their chosen major.

Please note that the process may differ for NCAA Division III schools, as they do not offer athletic scholarships. The timeline and steps involved may also vary depending on the specific sport, college program, and individual student-athlete."

I recommend reaching out to the schools you are interested in (once you've figured out which ones you would like to apply to) and get connected with an admissions officer. Then ask about the process for recruiting. Explain how your coaches and high school counselor will not offer any advice, and politely ask for them to suggest steps to take for the recruiting process.

Hope this helps. If I missed any of your questions, please lmk!