Head Coach
Matt Keeley
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 | |
|---|---|---|
| Matt Keeley | Head Coach | mkeeley@nwmissouri.edu |
| Cale Brubaker | Assistant Coach | cbrubaker@nwmissouri.edu |
| Braxton Williams | Assistant Coach | braxtonw@nwmissouri.edu |
| Greyson Heck | Student Manager | s574817@nwmissouri.edu |
| Javier Salinas | Student Manager | s573670@nwmissouri.edu |
| Abby Weiss | Student Manager | s578321@nwmissouri.edu |
| Kyle Frerking | Athletic Trainer | kfrerking@nwmissouri.edu |
| Joe Quinlin | Strength and Conditioning | joeq@nwmissouri.edu |
About Northwest Missouri State University Basketball
Northwest Missouri State offers a direct path to meaningful playing time and a competitive Division II experience in the MIAA conference. Head coach Ben McCollum builds a program centered on player development and consistent opportunities for athletes who want to contribute immediately rather than wait years for their chance. The degree carries real value, Northwest Missouri State's academics support athletes who need flexibility for travel and training demands. You're not paying premium tuition for a brand name; you're investing in a solid education from a school that prioritizes athletic-academic balance. The MIAA is a legitimate conference with recruiting reach and visibility among professional scouts and overseas opportunities. Playing time matters more at this level. McCollum's system values work ethic and coachability over pure pedigree, which means freshmen and transfers actually see the floor. You develop against real competition without getting buried on a bench for two years. The program has built consistency that translates to graduate success, transfers leave with experience, strong tape, and realistic pathways to the next level or into careers where their degree actually opens doors. Location in Maryville gives you a college town environment without the distraction of a major metropolitan area. That focus pays dividends in strength and conditioning gains and classroom performance. This is practical college basketball: clear expectations, real development, and honest assessment of where you fit in the lineup. If you're serious about competing at this level, the preparation has to match the ambition. Florida Coastal Prep in Fort Walton Beach, FL works with post-grad and high school athletes to build the skills that college coaches recruit. See what's possible at floridacoastalprep.com.
Net price
$16,120/yr
Grad rate
52%
Enrollment
4,378
Full cost & outcomes
College Cost & Enrollment
Federal College Scorecard snapshot (retrieved 2026-11-04). Not a tuition quote.
Average net price: $16,120 / year (in-state)
Net price by family income
- $0–$30,000
- $13,750 / year
- $30,001–$48,000
- $13,482 / year
- $48,001–$75,000
- $12,855 / year
- $75,001–$110,000
- $16,947 / year
- $110,001+
- $21,243 / year
More enrollment & tuition figures
- Undergraduate enrollment
- 4,378
- Average net price
- $16,120 / year (in-state)
- Published tuition (in-state)
- $11,037 / year
- Published tuition (out-of-state)
- $18,018 / year
- Graduation rate
- 52%
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Mid-America Intercollegiate Athletics Association Teams
| School | Location | Enrollment | Avg. net price |
|---|---|---|---|
Emporia State University
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Location Emporia, KS | Enrollment 2,239 | Avg. net price $14,364 |
Fort Hays State University
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Location Hays, KS | Enrollment 9,733 | Avg. net price $16,333 |
Missouri Southern State University
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Location Joplin, MO | Enrollment 3,019 | Avg. net price $10,836 |
Missouri Western State University
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Location St. Joseph, MO | Enrollment 2,219 | Avg. net price $16,379 |
Newman University
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Location Wichita, KS | Enrollment 851 | Avg. net price $17,430 |
Northeastern State University
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Location Tahlequah, OK | Enrollment 4,772 | Avg. net price $12,424 |
Northwest Missouri State University
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Location Maryville, MO | Enrollment 4,378 | Avg. net price $16,120 |
Pittsburg State University
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Location Pittsburg, KS | Enrollment 4,210 | Avg. net price $14,291 |
Rogers State University
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Location Claremore, OK | Enrollment 2,657 | Avg. net price $18,042 |
University of Arkansas, Fort Smith
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Location Fort Smith, AR | Enrollment 4,091 | Avg. net price $9,653 |
University of Central Missouri
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Location Warrensburg, MO | Enrollment 5,648 | Avg. net price $15,554 |
University of Central Oklahoma
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Location Edmond, OK | Enrollment 10,170 | Avg. net price $18,348 |
University of Nebraska at Kearney
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Location Kearney, NE | Enrollment 4,088 | Avg. net price $17,891 |
Washburn University
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Location Topeka, KS | Enrollment 4,562 | Avg. net price $11,023 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Northwest Missouri State University D2?
Yes, Northwest Missouri State University is an NCAA Division II program in the Mid-America Intercollegiate Athletics Association. This page lists division, conference, coach contacts, and recruiting context for Northwest Missouri State University men's basketball.
What conference is Northwest Missouri State University in?
Northwest Missouri State University competes in the Mid-America Intercollegiate Athletics Association for D2 men's basketball.
What is the average net price at Northwest Missouri State University?
Federal College Scorecard data lists an average net price of $16,120 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 Northwest Missouri State University?
College Scorecard reports approximately 4,378 undergraduate students. Confirm current enrollment on the school's official website.
How do I get recruited to Northwest Missouri 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.