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NCAA Division III · 2025–26 Season

Assumption University Hockey

Worcester, MA ·Private Nonprofit ·1,669 undergrads
Program Overview

Assumption University fields a NCAA Division III hockey program in Worcester, MA. The 2025–26 roster carries 34 players, making it a mid-size program within its division.

The pipeline leans heavily on junior hockey experience — 85% of players arrived from Tier I, II, or III junior programs. That rate is well above average and suggests a coaching staff that actively targets players coming through competitive junior hockey rather than going straight from high school.

Prep school pipeline

4 players came through prep school programs before arriving here — a higher rate than most NCAA Division III programs. These are players who invested seriously in hockey development before college.

Academic profile

With a 83.0% acceptance rate, the academic bar is accessible for most student-athletes who want to play college hockey without sacrificing program quality.

School Profile

Assumption University at a Glance

Data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, most recent cohort.

83.0%
Acceptance Rate
Broadly accessible
$65,551
Total Annual Cost
Tuition, room, board & fees
75%
4-Year Graduation Rate
Most recent cohort
$74,895
Median Earnings (10yr)
$46,029 at 6 years
$27,000
Median Graduate Debt
Among graduates who borrowed
$51,356
Tuition (Out-of-State)
22% of students receive Pell grants
1,669
Undergraduate Enrollment
Private Nonprofit institution
Earnings Rankings

Assumption University Rankings by Major

37 majors ranked in the top 25 by median earnings (4-year, by major). Explore full rankings →

#1
Biology, General
Men's NCAA D3
#1
Sociology
Men's NCAA D3
#2
Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication
Women's ACHA
#2
Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication
Women's NCAA D1
#2
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
Men's NCAA D3
#2
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
Women's ACHA
#2
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
Women's NCAA D1
#2
Criminology
Men's NCAA D3
#3
Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication
Men's NCAA D3
#3
Biology, General
Women's ACHA
#3
Criminology
Women's ACHA
#3
Criminology
Women's NCAA D1
#4
Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions
Men's NCAA D3
#5
English Language and Literature, General
Men's NCAA D3
#5
Biology, General
Women's NCAA D1
#5
Psychology, General
Men's NCAA D3
#5
Sociology
Women's NCAA D1
#5
Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions
Women's NCAA D1
#5
Accounting and Related Services
Men's NCAA D3
#6
Sociology
Women's ACHA
#6
Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions
Women's ACHA
#6
Marketing
Men's NCAA D3
#8
English Language and Literature, General
Women's NCAA D1
#10
English Language and Literature, General
Women's ACHA
#11
Psychology, General
Women's ACHA
#12
Marketing
Women's NCAA D1
#13
Psychology, General
Women's NCAA D1
#13
Economics
Men's NCAA D3
#15
Economics
Women's ACHA
#16
Accounting and Related Services
Women's NCAA D1
#17
Economics
Women's NCAA D1
#19
Marketing
Women's ACHA
#19
History
Men's NCAA D3
#23
History
Women's NCAA D1
#25
Political Science and Government
Men's NCAA D3
#25
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Women's NCAA D1
#25
Accounting and Related Services
Women's ACHA
Roster Geography

Where Do Assumption University Hockey Players Come From?

34 players · 10 states & regions · 2025–26 roster.

MA20 players
NH3 players
CA2 players
CT2 players
RI2 players
MI1 player
IL1 player
CO1 player
WI1 player
NY1 player

The top feeder states are Massachusetts (20), New Hampshire (3), California (2). The 10-region spread reflects a regionally focused recruiting base.

Player Pedigree

Where Did These Players Play Before Assumption University?

Prior league breakdown — a proxy for the competitive level players brought with them.

Junior hockey
29
85%
College transfer
1
3%
Prep school
4
12%
Junior hockey

29 players came through competitive junior programs. Junior hockey experience — even at Tier III — represents meaningful development beyond what high school hockey alone provides.

Prep school backgrounds

4 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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Prior leagues, feeder teams, and pipeline trends — filter and compare.
Home Ice

Assumption University Home Arena

Worcester, MA

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For Recruits

Is Assumption University Hockey a Fit for You?

For players prioritizing ice time and program fit over academic selectivity, Assumption University is accessible — with a 83.0% acceptance rate, the admissions process is rarely the obstacle. The NCAA program carries 34 players, offering genuine opportunities to make the roster and contribute from day one.