Head Coach
Jim Ferry
Program contact: Ceasar Adim, Assistant Coach
cadim1@umbc.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 | |
|---|---|---|
| Ceasar Adim | Assistant Coach | cadim1@umbc.edu |
| Gabe Maturo | Assistant Coach | gmaturo21@umbc.edu |
| Ethan Lynch | Assistant Coach | elynch4@umbc.edu |
About UMBC Retrievers Basketball
UMBC basketball, under head coach Jim Ferry, competes in the America East Conference and offers student-athletes a compelling combination of competitive basketball and academic excellence. Located in Baltimore, the program provides access to a rigorous academic environment at an R1 research institution where players can pursue meaningful degrees while developing their skills against quality conference opponents. The America East presents a balanced competitive level that rewards strong play while remaining achievable for accomplished high school prospects. Ferry has established a program culture emphasizing development, discipline, and accountability. Retrievers basketball attracts players seeking to compete at the collegiate level without sacrificing educational opportunities. Prospective recruits should reach out to the coaching staff to learn how UMBC can provide a pathway to play meaningful minutes while earning a degree from a respected university in a vibrant mid-Atlantic region.
Net price
$25,203/yr
Above D1 median ($17,886)
Grad rate
68%
Above D1 median (67%)
Enrollment
10,701
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
- $21,797 / year
- $30,001–$48,000
- $21,831 / year
- $48,001–$75,000
- $23,232 / year
- $75,001–$110,000
- $26,911 / year
- $110,001+
- $29,330 / year
More enrollment & tuition figures
- Undergraduate enrollment
- 10,701
- Average net price
- $25,203 / year (in-state)
- Published tuition (in-state)
- $13,679 / year
- Published tuition (out-of-state)
- $32,735 / year
- Graduation rate
- 68%
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 UMBC Retrievers camp or visit schedule.
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Roster context has not been researched for this program yet.
Notable NBA/pro alumni
| Player | Team(s) | Years |
|---|---|---|
| Jairus Lyles | Jazz | — |
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Maine
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Location Orono, ME | Enrollment 8,496 | Avg. net price $17,224 |
New Hampshire
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Location Durham, NH | Enrollment 11,261 | Avg. net price $26,150 |
NJIT
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Location Newark, NJ | Enrollment 9,019 | Avg. net price $18,783 |
UAlbany
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Location Albany, NY | Enrollment 12,564 | Avg. net price $18,266 |
UMass Lowell
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Location Lowell, MA | Enrollment 11,434 | Avg. net price $17,362 |
UMBC
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Location Baltimore, MD | Enrollment 10,701 | Avg. net price $25,203 |
Vermont
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Location Burlington, VT | Enrollment 11,743 | Avg. net price $20,277 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is UMBC D1?
Yes, UMBC is an NCAA Division I program in the America East. This page lists division, conference, coach contacts, and recruiting context for UMBC men's basketball.
What conference is UMBC in?
UMBC competes in the America East for D1 men's basketball.
What is the average net price at UMBC?
Federal College Scorecard data lists an average net price of $25,203 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 UMBC?
College Scorecard reports approximately 10,701 undergraduate students. Confirm current enrollment on the school's official website.
How do I get recruited to UMBC?
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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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.