Head Coach
Shane Burcar
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 | |
|---|---|---|
| Shane Burcar | Head Coach | naumensbasketball@nau.edu |
About Northern Arizona Lumberjacks Basketball
Northern Arizona basketball competes at a competitive Division I level within the Big Sky Conference, offering student-athletes the opportunity to play meaningful college basketball while pursuing their education in Flagstaff's distinctive mountain community. Head coach Shane Burcar has built a program that emphasizes both on-court development and classroom success, providing recruits with the structure and support needed to excel as student-athletes. The Lumberjacks play in one of the nation's most challenging high-altitude settings, which naturally develops player conditioning and resilience. Northern Arizona values character and work ethic, creating a culture where individual improvement and team success go hand in hand. Recruits interested in competing at the Division I level while receiving quality coaching in an academics-first environment should reach out to Coach Burcar's staff to explore how NAU basketball can help them achieve their goals.
Net price
$17,265/yr
Below D1 median ($17,886)
Grad rate
59%
Below D1 median (67%)
Enrollment
22,903
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
- $13,270 / year
- $30,001–$48,000
- $13,128 / year
- $48,001–$75,000
- $14,548 / year
- $75,001–$110,000
- $19,065 / year
- $110,001+
- $23,745 / year
More enrollment & tuition figures
- Undergraduate enrollment
- 22,903
- Average net price
- $17,265 / year (in-state)
- Published tuition (in-state)
- $13,439 / year
- Published tuition (out-of-state)
- $30,911 / year
- Graduation rate
- 59%
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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Notable NBA/pro alumni
| Player | Team(s) | Years |
|---|---|---|
| Dan McClintock | Nuggets | — |
| Andre Spencer | Hawks, Warriors, Kings | 1992–1994 |
| Wayne See | Hawks | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Northern Arizona D1?
Yes, Northern Arizona is an NCAA Division I program in the Big Sky. This page lists division, conference, coach contacts, and recruiting context for Northern Arizona men's basketball.
What conference is Northern Arizona in?
Northern Arizona competes in the Big Sky for D1 men's basketball.
What is the average net price at Northern Arizona?
Federal College Scorecard data lists an average net price of $17,265 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 Northern Arizona?
College Scorecard reports approximately 22,903 undergraduate students. Confirm current enrollment on the school's official website.
How do I get recruited to Northern Arizona?
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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.