Head Coach
John Baines
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Basketball Staff Contacts
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About Elmhurst University Basketball
You're trying to figure out where you can play meaningful minutes while staying focused on your education, that's the right question to ask. Elmhurst University offers that balance without compromise. Playing in the College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin, you'll compete against programs that take basketball seriously but don't lose sight of what matters off the court. Head coach John Baines builds rosters around players who want to contribute immediately, not sit and watch. He values work ethic and coachability over recruiting hype, which means your daily effort in practice directly affects your opportunity. The Division III experience here means you're playing real, competitive basketball with athletes who chose the classroom as much as the court. Your teammates understand that a degree from Elmhurst opens doors. You'll develop as a player in a structured environment where the coaching staff knows you by name and adjusts the system to fit your strengths. The campus sits near Chicago, giving you access to professional competition and resources while staying rooted in a tight-knit athletic community. Elmhurst expects you to grow as a person alongside your development as a player. 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
$23,165/yr
Grad rate
64%
Enrollment
3,006
Full cost & outcomes
College Cost & Enrollment
Federal College Scorecard snapshot (retrieved 2026-11-04). Not a tuition quote.
Average net price: $23,165 / year
Net price by family income
- $0–$30,000
- $19,364 / year
- $30,001–$48,000
- $18,771 / year
- $48,001–$75,000
- $20,828 / year
- $75,001–$110,000
- $23,211 / year
- $110,001+
- $31,821 / year
More enrollment & tuition figures
- Undergraduate enrollment
- 3,006
- Average net price
- $23,165 / year
- Published tuition (in-state)
- $45,858 / year
- Published tuition (out-of-state)
- $45,858 / year
- Graduation rate
- 64%
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Teams
| School | Location | Enrollment | Avg. net price |
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Augustana College
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Location Rock Island, IL | Enrollment 2,490 | Avg. net price $21,153 |
Carroll University (Wisconsin)
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Location Waukesha, WI | Enrollment 2,523 | Avg. net price $24,205 |
Carthage College
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Location Kenosha, WI | Enrollment 2,660 | Avg. net price $26,444 |
Elmhurst University
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Location Elmhurst, IL | Enrollment 3,006 | Avg. net price $23,165 |
Illinois Wesleyan University
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Location Bloomington, IL | Enrollment 1,582 | Avg. net price $27,863 |
Millikin University
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Location Decatur, IL | Enrollment 1,382 | Avg. net price $16,652 |
North Central College
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Location Naperville, IL | Enrollment 2,428 | Avg. net price $22,836 |
North Park University
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Location Chicago, IL | Enrollment 1,818 | Avg. net price $15,949 |
Wheaton College
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Location Wheaton, IL | Enrollment 2,121 | Avg. net price $26,059 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Elmhurst University D3?
Yes, Elmhurst University is an NCAA Division III program in the College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin. This page lists division, conference, coach contacts, and recruiting context for Elmhurst University men's basketball.
What conference is Elmhurst University in?
Elmhurst University competes in the College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin for D3 men's basketball.
What is the average net price at Elmhurst University?
Federal College Scorecard data lists an average net price of $23,165 per year for students who received federal aid, after grants and scholarships. This is not a tuition quote.
What is undergraduate enrollment at Elmhurst University?
College Scorecard reports approximately 3,006 undergraduate students. Confirm current enrollment on the school's official website.
How do I get recruited to Elmhurst 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.
Elmhurst University Is Within Reach: If You're Ready
The difference between a player who gets offered by a D3 program and one who doesn't often comes down to timing and preparation. FCP prepares athletes for the moment when Elmhurst University'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.