Head Coach
John Richardson III
Coach data is provided for recruiting research and should be confirmed with the official athletics website before contact.
Basketball Staff Contacts
Verified 2026-08-15 from this program's own staff page. Staff change during the recruiting cycle, so confirm before sending outreach.
| Name | Role | |
|---|---|---|
| John Richardson III | Head Coach | jwrichardson@ecsu.edu |
| Anquell McCollum | Assistant Men's Basketball Coach | admccollum@ecsu.edu |
About Elizabeth City State University Basketball
Elizabeth City State University is where basketball becomes personal. Head coach Andre Gray builds programs rooted in genuine relationships, the kind where your coach knows your name, your family's story, and your goals beyond the court. In the Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association, the Vikings compete in a conference that values sustained development over quick fixes, creating an environment where players grow as much off the court as on it. Being part of this program means joining a tight-knit community that invests in your success. The smaller roster sizes and intimate setting mean more playing time opportunities, more direct coaching attention, and more chances to impact games. Gray's approach emphasizes player development through consistent feedback, individual skill work, and a culture where every team member matters. You're not a number here, you're a Viking. Elizabeth City itself offers a supportive, manageable campus environment where student-athletes genuinely connect with their teammates and coaches. The university prioritizes academic progress and personal accountability, understanding that college basketball is a stepping stone to what comes next. If you're looking for a program where relationships drive development, where your voice is heard, and where you'll play meaningful minutes while earning a degree, Elizabeth City State offers that authentic path. Players who arrive at college campus-ready, technically polished and physically prepared, get noticed faster. Florida Coastal Prep's post-graduate program in Fort Walton Beach, FL is built to close that gap. Learn more at floridacoastalprep.com or visit /apply/ to start the conversation.
Net price
$8,048/yr
Grad rate
46%
Enrollment
1,975
Full cost & outcomes
College Cost & Enrollment
Federal College Scorecard snapshot (retrieved 2026-11-04). Not a tuition quote.
Average net price: $8,048 / year (in-state)
Net price by family income
- $0–$30,000
- $6,031 / year
- $30,001–$48,000
- $6,175 / year
- $48,001–$75,000
- $6,822 / year
- $75,001–$110,000
- $10,385 / year
- $110,001+
- $16,389 / year
More enrollment & tuition figures
- Undergraduate enrollment
- 1,975
- Average net price
- $8,048 / year (in-state)
- Published tuition (in-state)
- $6,625 / year
- Published tuition (out-of-state)
- $10,625 / year
- Graduation rate
- 46%
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association Teams
| School | Location | Enrollment | Avg. net price |
|---|---|---|---|
Bluefield State University
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Location Bluefield, WV | Enrollment 1,042 | Avg. net price $11,130 |
Bowie State University
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Location Bowie, MD | Enrollment 5,043 | Avg. net price $17,835 |
Claflin University
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Location Orangeburg, SC | Enrollment 1,706 | Avg. net price $16,532 |
Elizabeth City State University
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Location Elizabeth City, NC | Enrollment 1,975 | Avg. net price $8,048 |
Fayetteville State University
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Location Fayetteville, NC | Enrollment 5,762 | Avg. net price $8,500 |
Johnson C. Smith University
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Location Charlotte, NC | Enrollment 1,244 | Avg. net price $21,397 |
Lincoln University
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Location Oxford, PA | Enrollment 1,539 | Avg. net price $13,517 |
Livingstone College
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Location Salisbury, NC | Enrollment 924 | Avg. net price $17,026 |
Saint Augustine's University
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Location Raleigh, NC | Enrollment 172 | Avg. net price $6,042 |
Shaw University
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Location Raleigh, NC | Enrollment 875 | Avg. net price $24,242 |
Virginia State University
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Location Petersburg, VA | Enrollment 5,074 | Avg. net price $14,893 |
Virginia Union University
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Location Richmond, VA | Enrollment 1,203 | Avg. net price $29,932 |
Winston-Salem State University
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Location Winston-Salem, NC | Enrollment 4,170 | Avg. net price $12,817 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Elizabeth City State University D2?
Yes, Elizabeth City State University is an NCAA Division II program in the Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association. This page lists division, conference, coach contacts, and recruiting context for Elizabeth City State University men's basketball.
What conference is Elizabeth City State University in?
Elizabeth City State University competes in the Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association for D2 men's basketball.
What is the average net price at Elizabeth City State University?
Federal College Scorecard data lists an average net price of $8,048 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 Elizabeth City State University?
College Scorecard reports approximately 1,975 undergraduate students. Confirm current enrollment on the school's official website.
How do I get recruited to Elizabeth City State University?
Build updated game film, complete NCAA or NAIA eligibility requirements for D2, 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 D2 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.