Head Coach
Michael Malone
Program contact: Brad Frederick, Assistant Coach
brad.frederick@unc.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 | |
|---|---|---|
| Brad Frederick | Assistant Coach | brad.frederick@unc.edu |
| Jeff Lebo | Assistant Coach | jlebo@unc.edu |
| Sean May | Assistant Coach | seanmay@unc.edu |
| Pat Sullivan | Assistant Coach | psullivan@unc.edu |
| Marcus Paige | Assistant Coach | mpaige5@unc.edu |
| Eric Hoots | Director of Operations | ehoots@uncaa.unc.edu |
| Maggie Hobson | Administrative Assistant/Photographer | hobsonmk@live.unc.edu |
| Josh Reavis | Assistant Director, Creative Services | joshreavis@unc.edu |
About North Carolina Tar Heels Basketball
The University of North Carolina men's basketball program, led by head coach Michael Malone, competes at the highest level of college basketball within the Atlantic Coast Conference. Playing in one of the nation's most prestigious academic environments, Tar Heel recruits benefit from world-class education alongside elite-level competition. The program's storied tradition emphasizes winning with integrity, developing complete student-athletes who excel both on the court and in the classroom. The ACC provides relentless conference play against nationally competitive opponents, preparing players for professional basketball while maintaining rigorous academic standards. Coach Malone brings proven expertise in player development and maintaining the program's winning culture. Recruits who thrive in demanding environments with championship expectations should contact the coaching staff to learn how Carolina's combination of athletic excellence, academic rigor, and basketball pedigree can launch their college and professional careers.
Net price
$11,305/yr
Below D1 median ($17,886)
Grad rate
91%
Above D1 median (67%)
Enrollment
20,752
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
- $2,212 / year
- $30,001–$48,000
- $2,989 / year
- $48,001–$75,000
- $6,761 / year
- $75,001–$110,000
- $12,883 / year
- $110,001+
- $24,276 / year
More enrollment & tuition figures
- Undergraduate enrollment
- 20,752
- Average net price
- $11,305 / year (in-state)
- Published tuition (in-state)
- $9,095 / year
- Published tuition (out-of-state)
- $45,228 / year
- Graduation rate
- 91%
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Data compiled by Florida Coastal Prep · floridacoastalprep.com/d1-basketball-programs/
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Program history
6
NCAA titles
1957, 1982, 1993, 2005, 2009, 2017
21
Final Fours
2016, 2017, 2022
View all 21 Final Four years
1946, 1957, 1967, 1968, 1969, 1972, 1977, 1981, 1982, 1991, 1993, 1995, 1997, 1998, 2000, 2005, 2008, 2009, 2016, 2017, 2022
1
NIT titles
1971
Notable NBA/pro alumni
| Player | Team(s) | Years |
|---|---|---|
| Walker Kessler | Jazz, Lakers | 2022–2026 |
| Michael Jordan | Bulls | — |
| Kenny Smith | Kings, Magic, Hawks, Rockets, Nuggets, Pistons | 1987–1997 |
| Ed Davis | Lakers, Raptors, Grizzlies, Trail Blazers, Nets | — |
| Sam Perkins | Mavericks, Lakers, Pacers | 1984–2001 |
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Location Tallahassee, FL | Enrollment 32,212 | Avg. net price $8,605 |
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Location Atlanta, GA | Enrollment 18,785 | Avg. net price $12,028 |
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Location Louisville, KY | Enrollment 14,727 | Avg. net price $14,960 |
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Location Chapel Hill, NC | Enrollment 20,752 | Avg. net price $11,305 |
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Location South Bend, IN | Enrollment 8,818 | Avg. net price $25,339 |
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Location Pittsburgh, PA | Enrollment 20,370 | Avg. net price $29,362 |
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Location Dallas, TX | Enrollment 7,277 | Avg. net price $39,816 |
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Location Stanford, CA | Enrollment 7,554 | Avg. net price $12,307 |
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Location Syracuse, NY | Enrollment 15,477 | Avg. net price $43,336 |
Virginia
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Location Charlottesville, VA | Enrollment 17,597 | Avg. net price $18,056 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is North Carolina D1?
Yes, North Carolina is an NCAA Division I program in the ACC. This page lists division, conference, coach contacts, and recruiting context for North Carolina men's basketball.
What conference is North Carolina in?
North Carolina competes in the ACC for D1 men's basketball.
What is the average net price at North Carolina?
Federal College Scorecard data lists an average net price of $11,305 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 North Carolina?
College Scorecard reports approximately 20,752 undergraduate students. Confirm current enrollment on the school's official website.
How do I get recruited to North Carolina?
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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.