Saint Michael's College fields a NCAA Division III hockey program in Colchester, VT. The 2025–26 roster carries 29 players, making it a mid-size program within its division.
The pipeline leans heavily on junior hockey experience — 72% 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.
Over 72% 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 84.5% acceptance rate and average SAT of 1245, the academic bar is accessible for most student-athletes who want to play college hockey without sacrificing program quality.
Saint Michael's College at a Glance
Data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, most recent cohort.
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Where Do Saint Michael's College Hockey Players Come From?
29 players · 15 states & regions · 2025–26 roster.
The top feeder states are Massachusetts (8), New York (5), Vermont (2). The 15-region spread reflects a nationally recruiting program.
Where Did These Players Play Before Saint Michael's College?
Prior league breakdown — a proxy for the competitive level players brought with them.
21 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.
Saint Michael's College Home Arena
Colchester, VT
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Is Saint Michael's College Hockey a Fit for You?
For players prioritizing ice time and program fit over academic selectivity, Saint Michael's College is accessible — with a 84.5% acceptance rate, the admissions process is rarely the obstacle. The NCAA program carries 29 players, offering genuine opportunities to make the roster and contribute from day one.