Head Coach
Aaron Kelly
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Basketball Staff Contacts
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About Catholic University Basketball
The Landmark Conference is deceptively competitive, Catholic University sits in a league where mid- major-level intensity meets Division III rules, and the Cardinals have become fixture in that conversation under Aaron Kelly's leadership. Kelly runs a possession-oriented system that values ball movement and defensive intensity over highlight-reel plays, which means he recruits guards and wings who thrive in structured offenses and can guard multiple positions. Catholic's location in Washington, DC creates a unique recruiting advantage: the program pulls from a talent-rich region while maintaining the academic rigor expected at a Jesuit institution. The team competes in a conference where any tournament game could feature a program that plays like a low-major, so depth and versatility matter more than star power. Kelly's staff emphasizes player development over early playing time. Freshmen should expect a patient timeline unless they're immediately defensively sound and efficient shooters. The Cardinals value three-point shooting and ball security, turnovers are minimized through deliberate spacing and unselfish passing. This isn't a program built on athleticism alone; it's built on skill execution and understanding gaps in the offense. The fit here works for players who want to play meaningful Division III basketball in a high-profile city, understand that development takes time, and can embrace a system-first approach to the game. 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
$32,543/yr
Grad rate
76%
Enrollment
3,154
Full cost & outcomes
College Cost & Enrollment
Federal College Scorecard snapshot (retrieved 2026-11-04). Not a tuition quote.
Average net price: $32,543 / year
Net price by family income
- $0–$30,000
- $27,245 / year
- $30,001–$48,000
- $24,802 / year
- $48,001–$75,000
- $26,171 / year
- $75,001–$110,000
- $28,183 / year
- $110,001+
- $37,786 / year
More enrollment & tuition figures
- Undergraduate enrollment
- 3,154
- Average net price
- $32,543 / year
- Published tuition (in-state)
- $60,414 / year
- Published tuition (out-of-state)
- $60,414 / year
- Graduation rate
- 76%
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Landmark Conference Teams
| School | Location | Enrollment | Avg. net price |
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Catholic University
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Location Washington, DC | Enrollment 3,154 | Avg. net price $32,543 |
Drew University
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Location Madison, NJ | Enrollment 1,533 | Avg. net price $25,614 |
Elizabethtown College
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Location Elizabethtown, PA | Enrollment 1,868 | Avg. net price $25,682 |
Goucher College
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Location Towson, MD | Enrollment 964 | Avg. net price $23,169 |
Juniata College
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Location Huntingdon, PA | Enrollment 1,191 | Avg. net price $24,001 |
Lycoming College
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Location Williamsport, PA | Enrollment 996 | Avg. net price $18,815 |
Moravian University
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Location Bethlehem, PA | Enrollment 1,949 | Avg. net price $35,264 |
Susquehanna University
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Location Selinsgrove, PA | Enrollment 2,163 | Avg. net price $28,585 |
University of Scranton
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Location Scranton, PA | Enrollment 3,554 | Avg. net price $32,132 |
Wilkes University
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Location Wilkes-Barre, PA | Enrollment 1,985 | Avg. net price $25,799 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Catholic University D3?
Yes, Catholic University is an NCAA Division III program in the Landmark Conference. This page lists division, conference, coach contacts, and recruiting context for Catholic University men's basketball.
What conference is Catholic University in?
Catholic University competes in the Landmark Conference for D3 men's basketball.
What is the average net price at Catholic University?
Federal College Scorecard data lists an average net price of $32,543 per year for students who received federal aid, after grants and scholarships. This is not a tuition quote.
What is undergraduate enrollment at Catholic University?
College Scorecard reports approximately 3,154 undergraduate students. Confirm current enrollment on the school's official website.
How do I get recruited to Catholic 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.