Schools ACHA Division II and NCAA Division III Keene State College
ACHA Division II and NCAA Division III · 2025–26 Season

Keene State College Hockey

Keene, NH ·Public ·2,699 undergrads
Program Overview

Keene State College fields 2 hockey programs in Keene, NH — ACHA Division II and NCAA Division III. The combined 2025–26 roster across all programs totals 56 players. Each program operates independently with its own roster, coaching staff, and schedule.

What sets this roster apart is its international composition — 4 players from outside the United States, representing KOR, SUI, Canada, Sweden. 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.

Junior hockey–heavy roster

Over 52% 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.

Transfer-friendly environment

8 players transferred from other college programs. Whether from D1 ACHA, D2, or elsewhere, this program has a track record of integrating players who started somewhere else.

School Profile

Keene State College at a Glance

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

90.3%
Acceptance Rate
Broadly accessible
$29,993
Total Annual Cost
Tuition, room, board & fees
60%
4-Year Graduation Rate
Most recent cohort
$54,368
Median Earnings (10yr)
$46,649 at 6 years
$25,749
Median Graduate Debt
Among graduates who borrowed
$26,840
Tuition (Out-of-State)
26% of students receive Pell grants
2,699
Undergraduate Enrollment
Public institution
Roster Geography

Where Do Keene State College Hockey Players Come From?

56 players · 19 states & regions · 2025–26 roster.

NH12 players
MA12 players
CT6 players
NY3 players
AZ3 players
VT2 players
RI2 players
VA2 players
MN1 player
ME1 player
MD1 player
QC1 player
KOR1 player
SUI1 player
CAN1 player
SWE1 player

New Hampshire leads the pipeline with 12 players (21%), but the international component is notable: 4 players from KOR, SUI, Canada give this roster an unusually broad geographic reach.

Player Pedigree

Where Did These Players Play Before Keene State College?

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

ACHA Division II · 28 players
High school
3
11%
Youth hockey
4
14%
Junior hockey
10
36%
College transfer
1
4%
Prep school
1
4%
No prior data
9
32%
NCAA Division III · 28 players
Youth hockey
1
4%
Junior hockey
19
68%
College transfer
7
25%
No prior data
1
4%
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.

College transfers

8 players transferred from other college programs. The presence of college transfers often indicates a welcoming environment for players looking to change programs without giving up playing.

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Keene, NH · 5 minutes from campus

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For Recruits

Is Keene State College Hockey a Fit for You?

For players prioritizing ice time and program fit over academic selectivity, Keene State College is accessible — with a 90.3% acceptance rate, admissions is rarely the obstacle. With 2 programs (ACHA Division II and NCAA Division III) and 56 combined players, there are genuine opportunities at multiple competitive levels. Reach out to the specific program that fits your game.