Head Coach
Joe Gallo
Coach data is provided for recruiting research and should be confirmed with the official athletics website before contact.
Basketball Staff Contacts
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About Merrimack College Basketball
Merrimack College basketball offers a direct path: a Northeast Conference platform where playing time is earned early, development is deliberate, and your degree carries real weight. Head coach Joe Gallo builds rosters around players willing to invest in the process, not ones waiting for opportunity to arrive. You'll compete against quality Division II programs, develop skills that translate to higher levels or professional opportunities, and graduate with a business or engineering degree that employers actually value. The Northeast Conference provides consistent visibility, scouts and coaches watch these games. Merrimack's location near Boston also means access to professional networks and post-graduate opportunities beyond basketball. The program doesn't promise shortcuts. It promises structured development: strength training tailored to your position, film study that teaches decision-making, and a coaching staff that communicates expectations clearly. If you're a guard, forward, or post willing to compete for minutes and improve measurably, you'll find opportunity here. Parents appreciate the academic rigor and the realistic pathway: play at this level, build your resume, and position yourself for the next step, whether that's a transfer up, professional play, or a career built on your degree. This is basketball without the hype. The recruiting process rewards players who can demonstrate consistent growth and readiness. Florida Coastal Prep's training environment in Fort Walton Beach, FL is designed to produce exactly that profile. Explore the program at floridacoastalprep.com.
Net price
$39,219/yr
Grad rate
69%
Enrollment
3,916
Full cost & outcomes
College Cost & Enrollment
Federal College Scorecard snapshot (retrieved 2026-11-04). Not a tuition quote.
Average net price: $39,219 / year
Net price by family income
- $0–$30,000
- $33,969 / year
- $30,001–$48,000
- $31,068 / year
- $48,001–$75,000
- $36,307 / year
- $75,001–$110,000
- $38,052 / year
- $110,001+
- $42,472 / year
More enrollment & tuition figures
- Undergraduate enrollment
- 3,916
- Average net price
- $39,219 / year
- Published tuition (in-state)
- $55,852 / year
- Published tuition (out-of-state)
- $55,852 / year
- Graduation rate
- 69%
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Northeast Conference Teams
| School | Location | Enrollment | Avg. net price |
|---|---|---|---|
Le Moyne College
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Location Syracuse, NY | Enrollment 2,439 | Avg. net price $23,835 |
Merrimack College
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Location North Andover, MA | Enrollment 3,916 | Avg. net price $39,219 |
Stonehill College
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Location South Easton, MA | Enrollment 2,528 | Avg. net price $36,082 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Merrimack College D2?
Yes, Merrimack College is an NCAA Division II program in the Northeast Conference. This page lists division, conference, coach contacts, and recruiting context for Merrimack College men's basketball.
What conference is Merrimack College in?
Merrimack College competes in the Northeast Conference for D2 men's basketball.
What is the average net price at Merrimack College?
Federal College Scorecard data lists an average net price of $39,219 per year for students who received federal aid, after grants and scholarships. This is not a tuition quote.
What is undergraduate enrollment at Merrimack College?
College Scorecard reports approximately 3,916 undergraduate students. Confirm current enrollment on the school's official website.
How do I get recruited to Merrimack College?
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.
Merrimack College Is Within Reach: If You're Ready
The difference between a player who gets offered by a D2 program and one who doesn't often comes down to timing and preparation. FCP prepares athletes for the moment when Merrimack College's coaches are ready to evaluate, so you don't miss your window.
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.