Wilkes University fields a NCAA Division III hockey program in Wilkes-Barre, PA. The 2025–26 roster carries 26 players, making it a mid-size program within its division.
The pipeline leans heavily on junior hockey experience — 96% 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 96% 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 90.6% acceptance rate and average SAT of 1136, the academic bar is accessible for most student-athletes who want to play college hockey without sacrificing program quality.
Wilkes University at a Glance
Data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, most recent cohort.
Wilkes University Rankings by Major
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Where Do Wilkes University Hockey Players Come From?
26 players · 18 states & regions · 2025–26 roster.
Pennsylvania leads the pipeline with 3 players (12%), but the international component is notable: 3 players from Canada give this roster an unusually broad geographic reach.
Where Did These Players Play Before Wilkes University?
Prior league breakdown — a proxy for the competitive level players brought with them.
25 players came through competitive junior programs. Junior hockey experience — even at Tier III — represents meaningful development beyond what high school hockey alone provides.
Wilkes University Home Arena
Wilkes-Barre, PA
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Is Wilkes University Hockey a Fit for You?
For players prioritizing ice time and program fit over academic selectivity, Wilkes University is accessible — with a 90.6% acceptance rate, the admissions process is rarely the obstacle. The NCAA program carries 26 players, offering genuine opportunities to make the roster and contribute from day one.