Amherst College fields a NCAA Division III hockey program in Amherst, MA. The 2025–26 roster carries 25 players, making it a mid-size program within its division.
What sets this roster apart is its international composition — 5 players from outside the United States, representing Canada. That kind of international reach is unusual for programs at this level and speaks to active recruiting or strong word-of-mouth in those markets.
Over 80% of this roster came through junior hockey circuits. Players here have typically spent one or more seasons in competitive junior programs before choosing college hockey — a meaningful indicator of prior competitive experience.
With a 9.0% acceptance rate, this is among the most academically selective programs in ACHA. The hockey and academic bars are both genuinely high — players who succeed here typically have strong profiles on both fronts.
Amherst College at a Glance
Data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, most recent cohort.
Amherst College Rankings by Major
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Where Do Amherst College Hockey Players Come From?
25 players · 18 states & regions · 2025–26 roster.
Connecticut leads the pipeline with 3 players (12%), but the international component is notable: 5 players from Canada give this roster an unusually broad geographic reach.
Where Did These Players Play Before Amherst College?
Prior league breakdown — a proxy for the competitive level players brought with them.
20 players came through competitive junior programs. Junior hockey experience — even at Tier III — represents meaningful development beyond what high school hockey alone provides.
2 players attended prep school hockey programs. Prep school hockey is a serious development path — these players typically had structured practice, strength training, and competitive schedules from an early age.
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Amherst, MA
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Is Amherst College Hockey a Fit for You?
Amherst College sits at the intersection of elite academics and competitive hockey. With a 9.0% acceptance rate, getting admitted is the primary challenge — the school fields a NCAA Division III NCAA program, but draws players who earned a spot at a highly selective institution. If your academic profile is competitive, this is worth a serious look.