How Duke University men’s lacrosse compares
Against all 72 men’s lacrosse programs in NCAA Division I, 2024-2025. The tick marks the median. See the full ranking →
Athletic scholarships at Duke University
$15.7Mathletic aid to men’s athletes at Duke University
That is 52% of all athletic aid at Duke University, shared by 415 men’s athletes: about $37,808 each on average. The school also spent $3.0M recruiting men’s athletes.
What it costs to play here
| Average net price after grants | $23,706/yr |
|---|---|
| Tuition | $72,795/yr |
| Team operating budget per player | $20,302/yr |
Most college athletes are on a partial award or none. The difference (tuition, club seasons and showcase travel before you commit, gear and summer training after) is usually paid by families.
Chasing a spot on a team like this?
Showcases, club seasons, travel and training add up long before a scholarship offer. Athletes use Sport Fund to get monthly support from family, friends and local sponsors.
Similar programs
NCAA Division I men’s lacrosse programs with the closest spending per player.
| Program | Roster | Spend / player |
|---|---|---|
| Notre Dame IN | 52 | $20,229 |
| Syracuse University NY | 56 | $20,137 |
| University of Michigan MI | 56 | $15,978 |
| University of Maryland MD | 50 | $15,168 |
| University of Utah UT | 51 | $14,089 |
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Team finances
Questions about Duke University men’s lacrosse
Does Duke University offer men’s lacrosse scholarships?
Duke University reported $15.7M in athletic scholarships for men’s sports in 2024-2025, about $37,808 per male athlete on average across 415 athletes. Schools do not report aid per sport, so ask the coaching staff what a lacrosse award would cover.
How many players are on the Duke University men’s lacrosse roster?
48 participants in 2024-2025, the 54th largest of 72 NCAA Division I men’s lacrosse programs (median 51).
How much does Duke University spend on men’s lacrosse?
$974,478 in operating expenses (travel, equipment, game day), or $20,302 per participant, 1st of 72 in NCAA Division I. Total team expenses including coaching salaries and scholarships were $4.7M.
What does it cost to attend Duke University as an athlete?
Without athletic aid, the average net price after grants is $23,706 a year. Tuition is $72,795 a year.
Sources
U.S. Department of Education, Equity in Athletics Data Analysis (EADA), reporting year 2024-2025, as reported by the institution; College Scorecard. Rankings compare every NCAA Division I program in the same sport and gender that reported participants. NCAA roster limits: NCAA Division I Board, June 2025. Sport Fund is not affiliated with Duke University. How these pages work.