Head Coach
Matt McLaughlin
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Basketball Staff Contacts
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About Bridgewater State University Basketball
The Massachusetts State Collegiate Athletic Conference plays a tighter, more deliberate brand of basketball than many assume from a Division III league. Ball movement, spacing, and defensive positioning matter more than raw athleticism, which is precisely why Matt McLaughlin's Bridgewater State program has built consistency in a conference where few teams survive multiple losing stretches. McLaughlin values players who understand spacing and can execute within a system rather than those looking to freelance. His roster typically features guards who push pace when it's there but don't force it, forwards who move without the ball, and bigs who can facilitate from the high post. The team lives in the mid-range and three-point line; iso-heavy scorers struggle to find rhythm here. What separates this program is its commitment to player development over quick tournament runs. The coaching staff invests heavily in skill work and film study, meaning recruits should expect detailed feedback on mechanics and decision-making. Bridgewater State attracts students who enjoy problem-solving basketball and aren't threatened by constructive criticism. The MASCAC is genuinely competitive, Salem State, Worcester State, and Fitchburg State push hard every season. Games are decided by execution and toughness, not talent gaps. If you thrive in structured environments and want to develop as both a player and student, Bridgewater State offers tangible pathways. --- 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
$18,061/yr
Grad rate
52%
Enrollment
7,829
Full cost & outcomes
College Cost & Enrollment
Federal College Scorecard snapshot (retrieved 2026-11-04). Not a tuition quote.
Average net price: $18,061 / year (in-state)
Net price by family income
- $0–$30,000
- $13,235 / year
- $30,001–$48,000
- $11,267 / year
- $48,001–$75,000
- $13,217 / year
- $75,001–$110,000
- $16,825 / year
- $110,001+
- $23,368 / year
More enrollment & tuition figures
- Undergraduate enrollment
- 7,829
- Average net price
- $18,061 / year (in-state)
- Published tuition (in-state)
- $12,194 / year
- Published tuition (out-of-state)
- $18,334 / year
- Graduation rate
- 52%
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Massachusetts State Collegiate Athletic Conference Teams
| School | Location | Enrollment | Avg. net price |
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Anna Maria College
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Location Paxton, MA | Enrollment 906 | Avg. net price $26,309 |
Bridgewater State University
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Location Bridgewater, MA | Enrollment 7,829 | Avg. net price $18,061 |
Fitchburg State University
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Location Fitchburg, MA | Enrollment 2,752 | Avg. net price $13,803 |
Framingham State University
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Location Framingham, MA | Enrollment 2,566 | Avg. net price $15,951 |
Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts
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Location North Adams, MA | Enrollment 713 | Avg. net price $11,402 |
Salem State University
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Location Salem, MA | Enrollment 4,291 | Avg. net price $12,921 |
Westfield State University
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Location Westfield, MA | Enrollment 3,615 | Avg. net price $16,484 |
Worcester State University
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Location Worcester, MA | Enrollment 3,930 | Avg. net price $13,866 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bridgewater State University D3?
Yes, Bridgewater State University is an NCAA Division III program in the Massachusetts State Collegiate Athletic Conference. This page lists division, conference, coach contacts, and recruiting context for Bridgewater State University men's basketball.
What conference is Bridgewater State University in?
Bridgewater State University competes in the Massachusetts State Collegiate Athletic Conference for D3 men's basketball.
What is the average net price at Bridgewater State University?
Federal College Scorecard data lists an average net price of $18,061 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 Bridgewater State University?
College Scorecard reports approximately 7,829 undergraduate students. Confirm current enrollment on the school's official website.
How do I get recruited to Bridgewater State University?
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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.