Head Coach
Ben Davis
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Basketball Staff Contacts
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About Knox College Basketball
The Midwest Conference operates on a philosophy that rewards consistency over flash, and Knox reflects that identity. Head coach Ben Davis builds his roster around players who understand fundamentals, execute the system, and improve incrementally over four years. That's not a knock; it's the reality of NCAA Division III basketball in a league where depth and discipline separate contenders from the rest. Knox plays in a competitive region where schools like Illinois College and Monmouth College push hard every season. What makes the program distinctive is its commitment to developing players who might not dominate as freshmen but emerge as reliable contributors by junior year. Davis values basketball IQ and versatility, guards who can defend multiple positions, forwards who understand spacing, centers willing to move the ball from the high post. The recruiting lens here is practical. Knox seeks players who buy into a defensive identity and aren't expecting immediate playing time. Transfers and post-graduate players who've had looks elsewhere sometimes find success here because they arrive with realistic expectations and a willingness to earn minutes through consistency. Galesburg offers the smaller-college experience: tight-knit community, accessible coaching staff, and the chance to play meaningful minutes if you develop properly. The Midwest Conference schedule demands travel, but the conference respects programs that execute fundamentals and manage games effectively. This program rewards patience and coachability. If that describes you, Davis and Knox deserve serious consideration. Players who arrive at college campus- ready, technically polished and physically prepared, get noticed faster. Florida Coastal Prep's post- graduate program in Fort Walton Beach, FL is built to close that gap. Learn more at floridacoastalprep.com or visit /apply/ to start the conversation.
Net price
$19,292/yr
Grad rate
73%
Enrollment
1,127
Full cost & outcomes
College Cost & Enrollment
Federal College Scorecard snapshot (retrieved 2026-11-04). Not a tuition quote.
Average net price: $19,292 / year
Net price by family income
- $0–$30,000
- $17,912 / year
- $30,001–$48,000
- $14,598 / year
- $48,001–$75,000
- $14,726 / year
- $75,001–$110,000
- $21,578 / year
- $110,001+
- $24,686 / year
More enrollment & tuition figures
- Undergraduate enrollment
- 1,127
- Average net price
- $19,292 / year
- Published tuition (in-state)
- $60,051 / year
- Published tuition (out-of-state)
- $60,051 / year
- Graduation rate
- 73%
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Midwest Conference Teams
| School | Location | Enrollment | Avg. net price |
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Beloit College
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Location Beloit, WI | Enrollment 926 | Avg. net price $23,216 |
Cornell College
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Location Mount Vernon, IA | Enrollment 1,086 | Avg. net price $25,297 |
Grinnell College
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Location Grinnell, IA | Enrollment 1,729 | Avg. net price $15,203 |
Illinois College
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Location Jacksonville, IL | Enrollment 930 | Avg. net price $18,763 |
Knox College
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Location Galesburg, IL | Enrollment 1,127 | Avg. net price $19,292 |
Lake Forest College
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Location Lake Forest, IL | Enrollment 1,813 | Avg. net price $24,987 |
Lawrence University
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Location Appleton, WI | Enrollment 1,396 | Avg. net price $22,758 |
Monmouth College
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Location Monmouth, IL | Enrollment 702 | Avg. net price $17,612 |
Ripon College
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Location Ripon, WI | Enrollment 688 | Avg. net price $20,233 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Knox College D3?
Yes, Knox College is an NCAA Division III program in the Midwest Conference. This page lists division, conference, coach contacts, and recruiting context for Knox College men's basketball.
What conference is Knox College in?
Knox College competes in the Midwest Conference for D3 men's basketball.
What is the average net price at Knox College?
Federal College Scorecard data lists an average net price of $19,292 per year for students who received federal aid, after grants and scholarships. This is not a tuition quote.
What is undergraduate enrollment at Knox College?
College Scorecard reports approximately 1,127 undergraduate students. Confirm current enrollment on the school's official website.
How do I get recruited to Knox 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.