Head Coach
Ben McCollum
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 | |
|---|---|---|
| Ben McCollum | Head Coach | ben-mccollum@uiowa.edu |
| Josh Sash | Assistant Coach | joshua-sash@uiowa.edu |
| Bryston Williams | Assistant Coach | bryston-williams@uiowa.edu |
| Connor Wheeler | Assistant Coach | connor-wheeler@uiowa.edu |
| Luke Barnwell | Assistant Coach | luke-barnwell@uiowa.edu |
| Jesse Shaw | Chief of Staff | jesse-shaw-1@uiowa.edu |
| Kyle Denning | Director, Basketball Operations | kyle-denning@uiowa.edu |
| Xavier Kurth | Director, Player Development | xavier-kurth@uiowa.edu |
| Logan Ogden | Director, Men's Basketball Athletic Performance | logan-ogden@uiowa.edu |
| Jaran Richman | Director, Scouting | jaran-richman@uiowa.edu |
| Jace Smith | Video Coordinator | michael-smith-3@uiowa.edu |
| Brad Floy | Athletic Trainer | brad-floy@uiowa.edu |
About Iowa Hawkeyes Basketball
The University of Iowa men's basketball program competes at the highest collegiate level within the Big Ten Conference, one of the nation's most competitive athletic leagues. Located in Iowa City, the Hawkeyes play in front of passionate fans at Carver-Hawkeye Arena and maintain a strong tradition of basketball excellence. Head coach Ben McCollum leads a program committed to developing student-athletes both on the court and in the classroom, where Iowa's academic reputation supports meaningful educational experiences alongside competitive athletics. The Big Ten environment provides daily competition against elite programs and prepares players for professional opportunities. Iowa's basketball culture emphasizes toughness, discipline, and team-oriented play. High school recruits seeking to compete at a premier level while earning a quality degree from a respected university should reach out to Coach McCollum's staff to discuss how they can contribute to the Hawkeyes' winning tradition.
Net price
$22,508/yr
Above D1 median ($17,886)
Grad rate
76%
Above D1 median (67%)
Enrollment
22,264
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
- $15,353 / year
- $30,001–$48,000
- $15,374 / year
- $48,001–$75,000
- $17,179 / year
- $75,001–$110,000
- $22,278 / year
- $110,001+
- $26,721 / year
More enrollment & tuition figures
- Undergraduate enrollment
- 22,264
- Average net price
- $22,508 / year (in-state)
- Published tuition (in-state)
- $11,622 / year
- Published tuition (out-of-state)
- $33,710 / year
- Graduation rate
- 76%
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 Iowa Hawkeyes 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.
Program history
3
Final Fours
1955, 1956, 1980
Notable NBA/pro alumni
| Player | Team(s) | Years |
|---|---|---|
| Connie Hawkins | Lakers, Hawks, Suns | — |
| Ryan Bowen | Rockets, Nuggets, Pelicans, Thunder | — |
| Guy Rucker | Warriors | — |
| Acie Earl | Celtics, Raptors, Bucks | — |
| Roy Devyn Marble | Magic | 2014–2016 |
Data compiled by Florida Coastal Prep · floridacoastalprep.com/d1-basketball-programs/
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Big Ten Teams
| School | Location | Enrollment | Avg. net price |
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Illinois
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Location Champaign, IL | Enrollment 36,258 | Avg. net price $13,042 |
Indiana
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Location Bloomington, IN | Enrollment 37,806 | Avg. net price $16,003 |
Iowa
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Location Iowa City, IA | Enrollment 22,264 | Avg. net price $22,508 |
Maryland
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Location College Park, MD | Enrollment 30,760 | Avg. net price $14,296 |
Michigan
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Location Ann Arbor, MI | Enrollment 34,177 | Avg. net price $14,362 |
Michigan State
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Location East Lansing, MI | Enrollment 40,922 | Avg. net price $21,322 |
Minnesota
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Location Minneapolis, MN | Enrollment 31,855 | Avg. net price $17,330 |
Nebraska
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Location Lincoln, NE | Enrollment 19,178 | Avg. net price $16,214 |
Northwestern
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Location Evanston, IL | Enrollment 9,201 | Avg. net price $34,420 |
Ohio State
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Location Columbus, OH | Enrollment 45,638 | Avg. net price $17,269 |
Oregon
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Location Eugene, OR | Enrollment 20,497 | Avg. net price $22,547 |
Penn State
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Location University Park, PA | Enrollment 42,284 | Avg. net price $33,675 |
Purdue
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Location West Lafayette, IN | Enrollment 44,503 | Avg. net price $14,851 |
Rutgers
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Location Piscataway, NJ | Enrollment 37,751 | Avg. net price $24,897 |
UCLA
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Location Los Angeles, CA | Enrollment 33,475 | Avg. net price $14,659 |
USC
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Location Los Angeles, CA | Enrollment 20,443 | Avg. net price $33,056 |
Washington
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Location Seattle, WA | Enrollment 31,942 | Avg. net price $13,663 |
Wisconsin
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Location Madison, WI | Enrollment 36,902 | Avg. net price $16,600 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Iowa D1?
Yes, Iowa is an NCAA Division I program in the Big Ten. This page lists division, conference, coach contacts, and recruiting context for Iowa men's basketball.
What conference is Iowa in?
Iowa competes in the Big Ten for D1 men's basketball.
What is the average net price at Iowa?
Federal College Scorecard data lists an average net price of $22,508 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 Iowa?
College Scorecard reports approximately 22,264 undergraduate students. Confirm current enrollment on the school's official website.
How do I get recruited to Iowa?
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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.