Head Coach
John Jakus
Program contact: Demond Parker, Assistant Coach
demondparker@fau.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 | |
|---|---|---|
| Demond Parker | Assistant Coach | demondparker@fau.edu |
| Ryne Lightfoot | Assistant Coach | rlightfoot@fau.edu |
| Ryan Peterson | Assistant Coach | petersonr@fau.edu |
| Michael Graffin | Basketball Staff | mgraffin@fau.edu |
| Zane Scott | Assistant AD/Olympic Sports Strength and Conditioning | scottz@fau.edu |
| Joel Roberts | Assistant Athletic Trainer (Men's Basketball and Men's Golf) | joelroberts@fau.edu |
| Jacqueline C Perez | Assistant AD/Senior Associate Director, Student Athlete Succ | jperez46@fau.edu |
About Florida Atlantic Owls Basketball
Florida Atlantic men's basketball competes in the American Conference, one of the nation's most competitive mid-major conferences featuring consistent NCAA Tournament contenders. Head coach John Jakus leads a program committed to developing student-athletes both on and off the court in a supportive, winning culture. Located in Boca Raton, FAU provides an excellent academic environment where players pursue meaningful degrees while competing at a high level. The Owls play in a conference known for intense regular-season competition and tournament opportunities that prepare players for professional paths. Jakus emphasizes player development, accountability, and building a team-first mentality that extends beyond basketball. Recruits interested in playing for a program that values education, challenges them daily, and competes for conference titles should reach out to the Florida Atlantic coaching staff. The Owls offer an opportunity to play meaningful basketball while earning a degree from a respected institution.
Net price
$10,394/yr
Below D1 median ($17,886)
Grad rate
64%
Below D1 median (67%)
Enrollment
23,757
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
- $5,257 / year
- $30,001–$48,000
- $5,812 / year
- $48,001–$75,000
- $8,268 / year
- $75,001–$110,000
- $14,420 / year
- $110,001+
- $18,580 / year
More enrollment & tuition figures
- Undergraduate enrollment
- 23,757
- Average net price
- $10,394 / year (in-state)
- Published tuition (in-state)
- $4,879 / year
- Published tuition (out-of-state)
- $17,324 / year
- Graduation rate
- 64%
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
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Roster context has not been researched for this program yet.
Program history
1
Final Fours
2023
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Florida Atlantic D1?
Yes, Florida Atlantic is an NCAA Division I program in the American. This page lists division, conference, coach contacts, and recruiting context for Florida Atlantic men's basketball.
What conference is Florida Atlantic in?
Florida Atlantic competes in the American for D1 men's basketball.
What is the average net price at Florida Atlantic?
Federal College Scorecard data lists an average net price of $10,394 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 Atlantic?
College Scorecard reports approximately 23,757 undergraduate students. Confirm current enrollment on the school's official website.
How do I get recruited to Florida Atlantic?
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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.