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UIC Flames Men's Basketball

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Flames · Men's Basketball

Robert Ehsan

Head Coach

Full staff (8)

Kevin Devitt

Associate Head Coach

Email

David Berkun

Assistant Coach

Email

Kevin Zabo

Assistant Coach

Email

Jaime Smith

Assistant Coach

Email

Joey White

Video Coordinator

Email

Scott Sharp

Chief of Staff

Email

Erin Kuyawa

Basketball Staff

Email

Chris Masters

Basketball Staff

Email

Head Coach

Robert Ehsan

Program contact: Kevin Devitt, Associate Head Coach kdevitt@uic.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.

NameRoleEmail
Kevin Devitt Associate Head Coach kdevitt@uic.edu
David Berkun Assistant Coach dberkun@uic.edu
Kevin Zabo Assistant Coach zabo@uic.edu
Jaime Smith Assistant Coach smithje7@uic.edu
Joey White Video Coordinator jwhite05@uic.edu
Scott Sharp Chief of Staff sharp24@uic.edu
Erin Kuyawa Basketball Staff ekuyawa@uic.edu
Chris Masters Basketball Staff cmasters@uic.edu

About UIC Flames Basketball

The University of Illinois Chicago men's basketball program, competing in the Missouri Valley Conference, offers student-athletes a compelling combination of elite academics and competitive basketball. Located in the heart of Chicago, UIC provides access to a major metropolitan area with abundant internship and professional networking opportunities. Head coach Robert Ehsan has built a program focused on player development, character, and academic success. The Flames compete against strong programs within the Missouri Valley Conference, challenging players to elevate their game at a high level. UIC's basketball culture emphasizes discipline, work ethic, and the importance of balancing athletic excellence with rigorous coursework. High school players seeking a program that prioritizes both on-court improvement and off-court growth should reach out to coach Ehsan's staff. The combination of a respected coaching team, quality conference competition, and outstanding academic resources makes UIC an attractive destination for serious student-athletes.

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Net price

$9,540/yr

Below D1 median ($17,886)

Grad rate

61%

Below D1 median (67%)

Enrollment

22,170

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
$9,536 / year
$30,001–$48,000
$7,327 / year
$48,001–$75,000
$8,493 / year
$75,001–$110,000
$12,812 / year
$110,001+
$24,150 / year
More enrollment & tuition figures
Undergraduate enrollment
22,170
Average net price
$9,540 / year (in-state)
Published tuition (in-state)
$14,652 / year
Published tuition (out-of-state)
$30,754 / year
Graduation rate
61%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.

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

Compare UIC

See net price, graduation rate, titles, and alumni next to other D1 programs.

Compare UIC with any D1 school

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 UIC Flames 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
Othyus Jeffers Spurs, Wizards, Timberwolves, Jazz —
Ivan Daniels Pacers —

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

Missouri Valley Teams

Missouri Valley men's basketball programs
School Location Enrollment Avg. net price
Belmont View program → Location Nashville, TN Enrollment 7,137 Avg. net price $32,648
Bradley View program → Location Peoria, IL Enrollment 3,574 Avg. net price $22,469
Drake View program → Location Des Moines, IA Enrollment 2,543 Avg. net price $29,415
Evansville View program → Location Evansville, IN Enrollment 1,539 Avg. net price $18,984
Illinois State View program → Location Normal, IL Enrollment 19,057 Avg. net price $17,829
Indiana State View program → Location Terre Haute, IN Enrollment 6,188 Avg. net price $10,103
Murray State View program → Location Murray, KY Enrollment 6,688 Avg. net price $7,350
Northern Iowa View program → Location Cedar Falls, IA Enrollment 7,529 Avg. net price $16,038
Southern Illinois View program → Location Carbondale, IL Enrollment 8,494 Avg. net price $12,554
UIC View program → Location Chicago, IL Enrollment 22,170 Avg. net price $9,540
Valparaiso View program → Location Valparaiso, IN Enrollment 2,083 Avg. net price $21,657
All Missouri Valley Conference programs →

Frequently Asked Questions

Is UIC D1?

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

What conference is UIC in?

UIC competes in the Missouri Valley for D1 men's basketball.

What is the average net price at UIC?

Federal College Scorecard data lists an average net price of $9,540 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 UIC?

College Scorecard reports approximately 22,170 undergraduate students. Confirm current enrollment on the school's official website.

How do I get recruited to UIC?

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.

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Our track record of placing players at D1 programs is built one athlete at a time. FCP alumni compete across the country at programs with the same standards as UIC Flames. Your path starts with applying and committing to the process.

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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