Head Coach
Jordan Townsend
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Basketball Staff Contacts
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About Benedictine University Basketball
The Northern Athletics Collegiate Conference doesn't get the national attention of other Division III leagues, but it's become a genuine developmental conference, programs here compete for NCAA tournament bids every season. Benedictine operates within that framework: solid fundamentals, consistent effort, and competitive depth matter more than individual highlights. Jordan Townsend has built a program that values ball movement and perimeter shooting. The Eagles don't rely on a single scorer; instead, they distribute possessions across multiple capable players. That's both an opportunity and a filter, guards who thrive on high-volume isolation plays often struggle here, while floor spacers and secondary ball-handlers find minutes quickly. Defensively, Benedictine plays a switchable, pressure-oriented style that demands communication and lateral quickness. The roster typically features depth at guard, which means backcourt recruits compete for playing time immediately. Forwards and centers get opportunities, but the program emphasizes versatility, traditional back-to-basket centers see limited roles. The campus sits in Lisle, a Chicago suburb with good access to talent pipelines. Townsend recruits regionally with purpose and doesn't chase rankings obsessively. He values character, coachability, and players with academic readiness. This is a program that develops players over time rather than expecting instant contributions. If you're a complementary player serious about competing in a respected conference and don't need to be the focal point of an offense, Benedictine offers real opportunity. Coaches recruiting for programs like this one look for players who've been developed in serious environments. Florida Coastal Prep in Fort Walton Beach, FL prepares post-grad and high school athletes for exactly these conversations. Learn more at floridacoastalprep.com.
Net price
$18,910/yr
Grad rate
43%
Enrollment
1,942
Full cost & outcomes
College Cost & Enrollment
Federal College Scorecard snapshot (retrieved 2026-11-04). Not a tuition quote.
Average net price: $18,910 / year
Net price by family income
- $0–$30,000
- $15,332 / year
- $30,001–$48,000
- $13,721 / year
- $48,001–$75,000
- $14,267 / year
- $75,001–$110,000
- $20,025 / year
- $110,001+
- $27,165 / year
More enrollment & tuition figures
- Undergraduate enrollment
- 1,942
- Average net price
- $18,910 / year
- Published tuition (in-state)
- $37,650 / year
- Published tuition (out-of-state)
- $37,650 / year
- Graduation rate
- 43%
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Northern Athletics Collegiate Conference Teams
| School | Location | Enrollment | Avg. net price |
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Aurora University
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Location Aurora, IL | Enrollment 3,974 | Avg. net price $19,385 |
Benedictine University
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Location Lisle, IL | Enrollment 1,942 | Avg. net price $18,910 |
Concordia University Chicago
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Location River Forest, IL | Enrollment 1,323 | Avg. net price $17,217 |
Concordia University Wisconsin
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Location Mequon, WI | Enrollment 2,197 | Avg. net price $29,239 |
Dominican University
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Location River Forest, IL | Enrollment 2,561 | Avg. net price $14,013 |
Edgewood College
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Location Madison, WI | Enrollment 1,107 | Avg. net price $28,487 |
Illinois Institute of Technology
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Location Chicago, IL | Enrollment 2,833 | Avg. net price $22,443 |
Lakeland University
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Location Sheboygan, WI | Enrollment 1,212 | Avg. net price $23,722 |
Marian University (Wisconsin)
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Location Fond du Lac, WI | Enrollment 1,010 | Avg. net price $22,225 |
Milwaukee School of Engineering
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Location Milwaukee, WI | Enrollment 2,654 | Avg. net price $27,027 |
Northland College
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Location , WI | Enrollment — | Avg. net price — |
Rockford University
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Location Rockford, IL | Enrollment 972 | Avg. net price $22,581 |
St. Norbert College
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Location De Pere, WI | Enrollment 1,662 | Avg. net price $28,822 |
Wisconsin Lutheran College
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Location Milwaukee, WI | Enrollment 943 | Avg. net price $24,761 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Benedictine University D3?
Yes, Benedictine University is an NCAA Division III program in the Northern Athletics Collegiate Conference. This page lists division, conference, coach contacts, and recruiting context for Benedictine University men's basketball.
What conference is Benedictine University in?
Benedictine University competes in the Northern Athletics Collegiate Conference for D3 men's basketball.
What is the average net price at Benedictine University?
Federal College Scorecard data lists an average net price of $18,910 per year for students who received federal aid, after grants and scholarships. This is not a tuition quote.
What is undergraduate enrollment at Benedictine University?
College Scorecard reports approximately 1,942 undergraduate students. Confirm current enrollment on the school's official website.
How do I get recruited to Benedictine University?
Build updated game film, complete NCAA or NAIA eligibility requirements for D3, 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 D3 programs. See floridacoastalprep.com/apply/ and the how-to-get-recruited guide on this site.
FCP Has Helped Players Reach Every Level, Including D3
Our track record of placing players at D3 programs is built one athlete at a time. FCP alumni compete across the country at programs with the same standards as Benedictine University. 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.