Head Coach
Billy Donlon
Program contact: Alex Kling, Graduate Manager
akling3@emich.edu
Verified 2026-08-02 from the program's own staff page.
Coach data is provided for recruiting research and should be confirmed with the official athletics website before contact.
Basketball Staff Contacts
Verified 2026-08-02 from this program's own staff page. Staff change during the recruiting cycle, so confirm before sending outreach.
| Name | Role | |
|---|---|---|
| Alex Kling | Graduate Manager | akling3@emich.edu |
| Kyle Creasy | Basketball Staff | kcreasy@emich.edu |
About Eastern Michigan Eagles Basketball
Eastern Michigan basketball competes in the Mid-American Conference, one of the nation's most competitive mid-major leagues that consistently produces NCAA Tournament teams and prepares players for professional opportunities. Head coach Stan Heath brings extensive experience and a proven track record of developing talent at the highest levels. The Eagles offer student-athletes a strong academic environment in a supportive university community located in Ypsilanti, Michigan. The program emphasizes player development, basketball excellence, and preparation for life after college. Eastern Michigan's culture prioritizes hard work, discipline, and accountability both on the court and in the classroom. Recruits join a program committed to competing for MAC championships while earning a quality education. High school players serious about playing at a competitive level should reach out to Coach Donlon's staff to learn how Eastern Michigan can help them achieve their basketball and academic goals.
Net price
$16,628/yr
Below D1 median ($17,886)
Grad rate
46%
Below D1 median (67%)
Enrollment
10,055
Above D1 median (9,019)
Data compiled by Florida Coastal Prep · floridacoastalprep.com/d1-basketball-programs/
Full cost & outcomes
College Cost & Enrollment
Federal College Scorecard snapshot (retrieved 2026-11-04). Not a tuition quote.
Net price by family income
- $0–$30,000
- $13,749 / year
- $30,001–$48,000
- $13,899 / year
- $48,001–$75,000
- $14,056 / year
- $75,001–$110,000
- $17,436 / year
- $110,001+
- $23,951 / year
More enrollment & tuition figures
- Undergraduate enrollment
- 10,055
- Average net price
- $16,628 / year (in-state)
- Published tuition (in-state)
- $17,004 / year
- Published tuition (out-of-state)
- $17,004 / year
- Graduation rate
- 46%
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Data compiled by Florida Coastal Prep · floridacoastalprep.com/d1-basketball-programs/
D1 men's basketball recruiting calendar
NCAA Division I contact, evaluation, quiet, and dead periods are the same for every men's program, including this one. This is not a Eastern Michigan Eagles camp or visit schedule.
Confirm rules with your target school's compliance office before visits or commitments.
Roster context has not been researched for this program yet.
Notable NBA/pro alumni
| Player | Team(s) | Years |
|---|---|---|
| Derrick Dial | Magic, Spurs | 2003–2004 |
| Fred Cofield | Bulls, Knicks | — |
| Earl Boykins | Magic, Nets, Cavaliers, Clippers, Warriors, Nuggets, Bucks, Hornets, Wizards, Rockets | 1999–2012 |
| George Gervin | Spurs, Bulls | 1974–1985 |
| Charles Thomas | Pistons | — |
Data compiled by Florida Coastal Prep · floridacoastalprep.com/d1-basketball-programs/
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Location Kent, OH | Enrollment 19,320 | Avg. net price $20,294 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Eastern Michigan D1?
Yes, Eastern Michigan is an NCAA Division I program in the MAC. This page lists division, conference, coach contacts, and recruiting context for Eastern Michigan men's basketball.
What conference is Eastern Michigan in?
Eastern Michigan competes in the MAC for D1 men's basketball.
What is the average net price at Eastern Michigan?
Federal College Scorecard data lists an average net price of $16,628 per year for in-state students who received federal aid, after grants and scholarships. This is not a tuition quote.
What is undergraduate enrollment at Eastern Michigan?
College Scorecard reports approximately 10,055 undergraduate students. Confirm current enrollment on the school's official website.
How do I get recruited to Eastern Michigan?
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Coaching contacts compiled by the FCP recruiting staff. Cost and graduation figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved 2026-11-04.