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Penn State Nittany Lions Men's Basketball

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Nittany Lions · Men's Basketball

D1 Big Ten Conference

Mike Rhoades

Head Coach

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Head Coach

Mike Rhoades

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About Penn State Nittany Lions Basketball

Penn State men's basketball competes in the Big Ten Conference, one of the nation's most competitive collegiate athletics circuits. Located in University Park, Pennsylvania, the program combines rigorous academics with serious basketball ambition under head coach Mike Rhoades. Student-athletes benefit from Penn State's strong academic reputation and extensive resources supporting both classroom and court performance. Rhoades has established a program culture emphasizing player development, toughness, and accountability while competing against elite conference opponents night in and night out. The Big Ten provides consistent exposure to high-level competition that prepares players for professional opportunities. Penn State offers recruits the chance to develop their games within a demanding conference environment while pursuing meaningful degrees. High school players interested in joining a program committed to both athletic excellence and academic integrity should reach out to the coaching staff to explore opportunities with the Nittany Lions.

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Net price

$33,675/yr

Above D1 median ($17,886)

Grad rate

85%

Above D1 median (67%)

Enrollment

42,284

Above D1 median (9,019)

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

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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
$22,193 / year
$30,001–$48,000
$21,267 / year
$48,001–$75,000
$25,458 / year
$75,001–$110,000
$31,948 / year
$110,001+
$39,140 / year
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Undergraduate enrollment
42,284
Average net price
$33,675 / year (in-state)
Published tuition (in-state)
$21,098 / year
Published tuition (out-of-state)
$43,490 / year
Graduation rate
85%

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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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)

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Program history

1

Final Fours

1954

2

NIT titles

2009, 2018

Source: Wikipedia

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Big Ten men's basketball programs
School Location Enrollment Avg. net price
Illinois View program → Location Champaign, IL Enrollment 36,258 Avg. net price $13,042
Indiana View program → Location Bloomington, IN Enrollment 37,806 Avg. net price $16,003
Iowa View program → Location Iowa City, IA Enrollment 22,264 Avg. net price $22,508
Maryland View program → Location College Park, MD Enrollment 30,760 Avg. net price $14,296
Michigan View program → Location Ann Arbor, MI Enrollment 34,177 Avg. net price $14,362
Michigan State View program → Location East Lansing, MI Enrollment 40,922 Avg. net price $21,322
Minnesota View program → Location Minneapolis, MN Enrollment 31,855 Avg. net price $17,330
Nebraska View program → Location Lincoln, NE Enrollment 19,178 Avg. net price $16,214
Northwestern View program → Location Evanston, IL Enrollment 9,201 Avg. net price $34,420
Ohio State View program → Location Columbus, OH Enrollment 45,638 Avg. net price $17,269
Oregon View program → Location Eugene, OR Enrollment 20,497 Avg. net price $22,547
Penn State View program → Location University Park, PA Enrollment 42,284 Avg. net price $33,675
Purdue View program → Location West Lafayette, IN Enrollment 44,503 Avg. net price $14,851
Rutgers View program → Location Piscataway, NJ Enrollment 37,751 Avg. net price $24,897
UCLA View program → Location Los Angeles, CA Enrollment 33,475 Avg. net price $14,659
USC View program → Location Los Angeles, CA Enrollment 20,443 Avg. net price $33,056
Washington View program → Location Seattle, WA Enrollment 31,942 Avg. net price $13,663
Wisconsin View program → Location Madison, WI Enrollment 36,902 Avg. net price $16,600
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Penn State D1?

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

What conference is Penn State in?

Penn State competes in the Big Ten for D1 men's basketball.

What is the average net price at Penn State?

Federal College Scorecard data lists an average net price of $33,675 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 Penn State?

College Scorecard reports approximately 42,284 undergraduate students. Confirm current enrollment on the school's official website.

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