Head Coach
Waleed Farid
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Basketball Staff Contacts
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About Ithaca College Basketball
Ithaca's program under head coach Waleed Farid builds players who can function in a half-court, possession-oriented system. The Bombers operate in the Liberty League, a conference that demands efficient decision-making and defensive intensity. This isn't a run-and-gun environment, it's methodical, basketball-smart basketball. Farid develops guards who can run pick-and-roll offense and forwards who understand spacing. The roster typically features players who excel at secondary creation and transition defense. Ithaca doesn't recruit NBA-caliber athletes; it recruits complementary pieces who understand their role and execute it consistently. Ball movement is a prerequisite. Defensive versatility matters. The program values low-turnover guards and frontcourt players who can pass out of the post. Academics integrate into recruitment here, Ithaca isn't separating student from athlete. Expect a coaching staff that values character and basketball IQ equally. The Liberty League itself is competitive year-to-year; programs like Colgate and Union stay sharp, making regular-season wins meaningful. If you're a role player who wants to compete in a structured, defensive-minded program where consistent effort gets rewarded with playing time, Ithaca fits the profile. The Bombers won't promise you stardom; they'll promise you development within a system and a real shot to contribute. Every serious recruiting conversation starts with preparation. Florida Coastal Prep, located in Fort Walton Beach, FL, trains post-grad and high school players to compete at the college level and attract the right attention. See if it's the right fit at floridacoastalprep.com or /apply/.
Net price
$33,233/yr
Grad rate
72%
Enrollment
4,242
Full cost & outcomes
College Cost & Enrollment
Federal College Scorecard snapshot (retrieved 2026-11-04). Not a tuition quote.
Average net price: $33,233 / year
Net price by family income
- $0–$30,000
- $23,013 / year
- $30,001–$48,000
- $26,039 / year
- $48,001–$75,000
- $28,598 / year
- $75,001–$110,000
- $31,411 / year
- $110,001+
- $38,284 / year
More enrollment & tuition figures
- Undergraduate enrollment
- 4,242
- Average net price
- $33,233 / year
- Published tuition (in-state)
- $56,752 / year
- Published tuition (out-of-state)
- $56,752 / year
- Graduation rate
- 72%
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Liberty League Teams
| School | Location | Enrollment | Avg. net price |
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Bard College
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Location Annandale-on-Hudson, NY | Enrollment 2,414 | Avg. net price $27,126 |
Clarkson University
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Location Potsdam, NY | Enrollment 2,196 | Avg. net price $32,137 |
Elmira College
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Location , NY | Enrollment 708 | Avg. net price $23,178 |
Hartwick College
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Location , NY | Enrollment 1,087 | Avg. net price $36,296 |
Hobart and William Smith Colleges
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Location Geneva, NY | Enrollment 1,786 | Avg. net price $31,617 |
Ithaca College
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Location Ithaca, NY | Enrollment 4,242 | Avg. net price $33,233 |
Nazareth College
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Location Rochester, NY | Enrollment 1,873 | Avg. net price $30,265 |
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
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Location Troy, NY | Enrollment 5,714 | Avg. net price $32,758 |
Rochester Institute of Technology
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Location Rochester, NY | Enrollment 13,215 | Avg. net price $37,405 |
Skidmore College
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Location Saratoga Springs, NY | Enrollment 2,694 | Avg. net price $31,829 |
St. John Fisher College
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Location , NY | Enrollment 2,565 | Avg. net price $29,743 |
St. Lawrence University
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Location Canton, NY | Enrollment 1,918 | Avg. net price $31,355 |
Union College
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Location Schenectady, NY | Enrollment 2,046 | Avg. net price $28,128 |
Utica University
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Location , NY | Enrollment 2,278 | Avg. net price $24,195 |
Vassar College
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Location Poughkeepsie, NY | Enrollment 2,444 | Avg. net price $36,924 |
Wells College
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Location Town of Ledyard, NY | Enrollment — | Avg. net price — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ithaca College D3?
Yes, Ithaca College is an NCAA Division III program in the Liberty League. This page lists division, conference, coach contacts, and recruiting context for Ithaca College men's basketball.
What conference is Ithaca College in?
Ithaca College competes in the Liberty League for D3 men's basketball.
What is the average net price at Ithaca College?
Federal College Scorecard data lists an average net price of $33,233 per year for students who received federal aid, after grants and scholarships. This is not a tuition quote.
What is undergraduate enrollment at Ithaca College?
College Scorecard reports approximately 4,242 undergraduate students. Confirm current enrollment on the school's official website.
How do I get recruited to Ithaca College?
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.
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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.