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Missouri Tigers Men's Basketball

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Missouri

Tigers · Men's Basketball

Dennis Gates

Head Coach

Head Coach

Dennis Gates

Direct contact details for this coach are not confirmed. Use the program's official athletics staff directory, linked from the ESPN program page.

Coach data is provided for recruiting research and should be confirmed with the official athletics website before contact.

Basketball Staff Contacts

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About Missouri Tigers Basketball

The Missouri Tigers basketball program competes at the highest level of college basketball within the Southeastern Conference, one of the nation's most competitive leagues. Head coach Dennis Gates leads a program committed to developing student-athletes both on the court and in the classroom. Mizzou offers recruits the opportunity to compete against elite talent while receiving a world-class education from a respected Big Ten university. The program emphasizes discipline, work ethic, and character development within a supportive team culture. Located in Columbia, Missouri, the Tigers play in front of passionate fans in an environment designed to challenge players to reach their potential. For serious basketball players seeking to play at an elite level while earning a degree from a prestigious institution, Missouri basketball provides an excellent pathway to professional opportunities and lifelong success.

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Net price

$21,142/yr

Above D1 median ($17,886)

Grad rate

77%

Above D1 median (67%)

Enrollment

23,929

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.

Average net price after aid (in-state), compared to 360 D1 schools with Scorecard data.

Net price by family income

$0–$30,000
$15,038 / year
$30,001–$48,000
$14,754 / year
$48,001–$75,000
$15,464 / year
$75,001–$110,000
$18,672 / year
$110,001+
$27,755 / year
More enrollment & tuition figures
Undergraduate enrollment
23,929
Average net price
$21,142 / year (in-state)
Published tuition (in-state)
$15,548 / year
Published tuition (out-of-state)
$37,820 / year
Graduation rate
77%

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 Missouri Tigers camp or visit schedule.

One NCAA 2026-27 calendar for every D1 program. Dates checked against the NCAA calendar on Nov 8, 2026. NCAA calendar updated Jul 30, 2026. View the NCAA calendar (PDF)

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

Notable NBA and professional alumni for this program
Player Team(s) Years
Trevon Brazile Nuggets Rookie
Melvin Booker Warriors, Rockets, Nuggets —
Anthony Peeler Lakers, Kings, Wizards, Timberwolves, Grizzlies —
Steve Stipanovich Pacers 1983–1988
John Brown Bulls, Hawks, Jazz —

Data compiled by Florida Coastal Prep · floridacoastalprep.com/d1-basketball-programs/

SEC Teams

SEC men's basketball programs
School Location Enrollment Avg. net price
Alabama View program → Location Tuscaloosa, AL Enrollment 33,227 Avg. net price $20,202
Arkansas View program → Location Fayetteville, AR Enrollment 28,677 Avg. net price $17,571
Auburn View program → Location Auburn, AL Enrollment 26,816 Avg. net price $25,424
Florida View program → Location Gainesville, FL Enrollment 35,629 Avg. net price $5,969
Georgia View program → Location Athens, GA Enrollment 32,137 Avg. net price $13,636
Kentucky View program → Location Lexington, KY Enrollment 24,763 Avg. net price $18,868
LSU View program → Location Baton Rouge, LA Enrollment 30,594 Avg. net price $19,286
Mississippi State View program → Location Starkville, MS Enrollment 18,397 Avg. net price $18,781
Missouri View program → Location Columbia, MO Enrollment 23,929 Avg. net price $21,142
Oklahoma View program → Location Norman, OK Enrollment 22,734 Avg. net price $15,531
Ole Miss View program → Location Oxford, MS Enrollment 21,473 Avg. net price $13,752
South Carolina View program → Location Columbia, SC Enrollment 29,820 Avg. net price $22,197
Tennessee View program → Location Knoxville, TN Enrollment 30,418 Avg. net price $18,314
Texas View program → Location Austin, TX Enrollment 42,855 Avg. net price $18,554
Texas A&M View program → Location College Station, TX Enrollment 59,615 Avg. net price $21,527
Vanderbilt View program → Location Nashville, TN Enrollment 7,208 Avg. net price $15,497
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Missouri D1?

Yes, Missouri is an NCAA Division I program in the SEC. This page lists division, conference, coach contacts, and recruiting context for Missouri men's basketball.

What conference is Missouri in?

Missouri competes in the SEC for D1 men's basketball.

What is the average net price at Missouri?

Federal College Scorecard data lists an average net price of $21,142 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 Missouri?

College Scorecard reports approximately 23,929 undergraduate students. Confirm current enrollment on the school's official website.

How do I get recruited to Missouri?

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.

Your Eligibility for Missouri Tigers Starts Today

Eligibility problems discovered late cost players their best opportunities. FCP's academic support team works proactively to ensure every player is cleared before D1 coaches ask the question, so when Missouri Tigers's staff is interested, the answer is ready.

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.

Program data maintained by the Florida Coastal Prep coaching staff. Last updated August 2026.

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