Head Coach
Charlie Ward
Direct contact details for this coach are not confirmed. Use the program's official athletics staff directory.
Coach data is provided for recruiting research and should be confirmed with the official athletics website before contact.
Basketball Staff Contacts
Verified 2026-08-15 from this program's own staff page. Staff change during the recruiting cycle, so confirm before sending outreach.
| Name | Role | |
|---|---|---|
| Jarrod Lazarus | Associate Head Coach | jarrod.lazarus@famu.edu |
| Rob Lewis | Assistant Coach | rob.lewis@famu.edu |
| Sebastian Aguilar | Director of Basketball Operations | sebastian.aguilar@famu.edu |
About Florida A&M Rattlers Basketball
Florida A&M Rattlers is a D1 men's basketball program in the Southwestern Athletic Conference. The campus is in Tallahassee, FL. Head coach: Charlie Ward. Use the coach contacts on this page for outreach. Confirm staff and eligibility requirements on the school's official athletics site.
What Recruits Should Know About Targeting Florida A&M Rattlers
D1 coaches build rosters through consistent evaluation of film, in-person scouting at exposure events, and referrals from trusted coaching networks. Getting on Florida A&M Rattlers's radar requires more than sending a generic email. It means having your film, eligibility paperwork, and academic transcripts ready before you make first contact.
Players who receive roster consideration at the D1 level demonstrate improvement over time, not just raw talent at a single event. A structured development program that tracks your progress and connects you with the right coaches can significantly accelerate your recruiting timeline.
Academic Eligibility and Recruiting Strategy for Florida A&M Rattlers
Academic eligibility is the invisible barrier that ends recruiting conversations before they start. D1 programs like Florida A&M Rattlers won't extend an offer until your eligibility status is confirmed, and problems discovered late in the process often close doors permanently. FCP's post-graduate program includes academic support specifically designed to get players eligible and keep them on track through the recruiting cycle.
Our staff works directly with players to navigate the eligibility certification process and ensure their academic profile meets D1 standards. Apply to FCP or talk to a coach about your eligibility situation.
Whether you're a current high school player exploring options through our high school program or a graduate looking for a post-grad year, FCP provides the coaching, competition, and college placement support to help you reach programs like Florida A&M Rattlers.
Net price
$15,220/yr
Below D1 median ($17,886)
Grad rate
61%
Below D1 median (67%)
Enrollment
7,582
Below 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
- $12,635 / year
- $30,001–$48,000
- $12,485 / year
- $48,001–$75,000
- $14,523 / year
- $75,001–$110,000
- $19,477 / year
- $110,001+
- $22,179 / year
More enrollment & tuition figures
- Undergraduate enrollment
- 7,582
- Average net price
- $15,220 / year (in-state)
- Published tuition (in-state)
- $5,785 / year
- Published tuition (out-of-state)
- $17,734 / year
- Graduation rate
- 61%
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Data compiled by Florida Coastal Prep · floridacoastalprep.com/d1-basketball-programs/
Notable NBA/pro alumni
- Jerome James Knicks
Data compiled by Florida Coastal Prep · floridacoastalprep.com/d1-basketball-programs/
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Florida A&M D1?
Yes. Florida A&M University men's basketball is NCAA Division I in the Southwestern Athletic Conference, located in Tallahassee, Florida. Verified 2026-11-02 against NCAA and official athletics listings.
What conference is Florida A&M in?
Florida A&M competes in the Southwestern Athletic Conference for D1 men's basketball.
What is the average net price at Florida A&M?
Federal College Scorecard data lists an average net price of $15,220 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 Florida A&M?
College Scorecard reports approximately 7,582 undergraduate students. Confirm current enrollment on the school's official website.
How do I get recruited to Florida A&M?
Build updated game film, complete NCAA or NAIA eligibility requirements for D1, and contact the coaching staff using verified emails on this page or the official athletics staff directory. FCP helps players prepare film and recruiting profiles for D1 programs. See floridacoastalprep.com/apply/ and the how-to-get-recruited guide on this site.
Build the Profile Florida A&M Rattlers Coaches Want to See
Coaches at D1 programs aren't just looking for talent. They're looking for the right film, academic eligibility, and competitive résumé. FCP gives you all three, structured around the evaluation standards that programs like Florida A&M Rattlers use every recruiting cycle.
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.