Head Coach
Drew Valentine
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 | |
|---|---|---|
| Dan Hipsher | Head Coach | dhipsher@luc.edu |
| Chris Huey | Assistant Coach | chuey@luc.edu |
| Brendyn Taylor | Assistant Coach | btaylor14@luc.edu |
| Will Bailey | Assistant Coach | wbailey@luc.edu |
| Keith Clemons | Assistant Coach | kclemons@luc.edu |
| Danny Dolan | Director of Operations | ddolan@luc.edu |
| Nick Michael | Basketball Staff | nmichael2@luc.edu |
About Loyola Chicago Ramblers Basketball
Loyola Chicago basketball offers high school recruits a compelling blend of elite academics and competitive Division I basketball. The Ramblers compete in the Atlantic 10 Conference, one of the mid-major landscape's most respected leagues featuring quality opponents and consistent tournament opportunities. Under head coach Drew Valentine's leadership, the program emphasizes a winning culture built on player development, defensive intensity, and team basketball. Located in Chicago, Loyola provides access to one of the nation's premier universities with rigorous academic programs and strong graduate placement outcomes. The program prioritizes student-athletes who embrace both the classroom and the court, creating an environment where individual growth and team success go hand in hand. Recruits interested in playing meaningful minutes while earning a distinguished degree in a vibrant city should contact Coach Valentine's staff to learn how Loyola can help achieve their basketball and academic aspirations.
Net price
$36,340/yr
Above D1 median ($17,886)
Grad rate
72%
Above D1 median (67%)
Enrollment
11,737
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
- $30,709 / year
- $30,001–$48,000
- $31,498 / year
- $48,001–$75,000
- $31,297 / year
- $75,001–$110,000
- $35,289 / year
- $110,001+
- $43,708 / year
More enrollment & tuition figures
- Undergraduate enrollment
- 11,737
- Average net price
- $36,340 / year
- Published tuition (in-state)
- $56,060 / year
- Published tuition (out-of-state)
- $56,060 / year
- Graduation rate
- 72%
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Data compiled by Florida Coastal Prep · floridacoastalprep.com/d1-basketball-programs/
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D1 men's basketball recruiting calendar
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Program history
1
NCAA titles
1963
2
Final Fours
1963, 2018
Notable NBA/pro alumni
| Player | Team(s) | Years |
|---|---|---|
| Jack Kerris | Hawks, Pistons | — |
| LaRue Martin | Trail Blazers | — |
| Milton Doyle | Nets | — |
| Jerry Nagel | Pistons | — |
| Alfredrick Hughes | Spurs | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Loyola Chicago D1?
Yes, Loyola Chicago is an NCAA Division I program in the Atlantic 10. This page lists division, conference, coach contacts, and recruiting context for Loyola Chicago men's basketball.
What conference is Loyola Chicago in?
Loyola Chicago competes in the Atlantic 10 for D1 men's basketball.
What is the average net price at Loyola Chicago?
Federal College Scorecard data lists an average net price of $36,340 per year for students who received federal aid, after grants and scholarships. This is not a tuition quote.
What is undergraduate enrollment at Loyola Chicago?
College Scorecard reports approximately 11,737 undergraduate students. Confirm current enrollment on the school's official website.
How do I get recruited to Loyola Chicago?
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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.