Head Coach
Justin Potts
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About Montclair State University Basketball
Every winter evening at Montclair State, the gym fills with the sound of intentional basketball, the kind where fundamentals matter and winning happens through execution, not flash. Head coach Justin Potts has built a program rooted in that philosophy, one where players understand their roles and trust the system. The Red Hawks compete in the New Jersey Athletic Conference, a region rich with rivalry and tradition that keeps the program sharp and grounded. What defines Montclair State is the continuity of purpose. This isn't a program chasing trends; it's one that values the student-athlete journey, the classroom work that matters as much as the court performance, the relationships that extend beyond four years. Players who come through this system graduate with more than a degree; they carry the habits of a disciplined, collective approach to the game. The campus sits minutes from Newark, a location that has historically drawn ambitious players who want to prove something. Potts recruits players who fit that mold, competitors willing to compete in a conference where every team brings intensity, where individual talent gets tested against preparation and teamwork. The Red Hawks look for guards who can handle pressure and forwards who understand spacing and effort. If you're the kind of player who values a program with real structure, coaching that develops your game, and an environment where winning is built on consistency, Montclair State offers a genuine opportunity to play meaningful basketball. Coaches at programs like this recruit players who come in ready to contribute. Florida Coastal Prep, a prep academy in Fort Walton Beach, FL, develops athletes specifically for opportunities like this one. Learn how at floridacoastalprep.com or apply at /apply/.
Net price
$15,193/yr
Grad rate
66%
Enrollment
18,376
Full cost & outcomes
College Cost & Enrollment
Federal College Scorecard snapshot (retrieved 2026-11-04). Not a tuition quote.
Average net price: $15,193 / year (in-state)
Net price by family income
- $0–$30,000
- $10,117 / year
- $30,001–$48,000
- $10,520 / year
- $48,001–$75,000
- $13,862 / year
- $75,001–$110,000
- $21,770 / year
- $110,001+
- $25,855 / year
More enrollment & tuition figures
- Undergraduate enrollment
- 18,376
- Average net price
- $15,193 / year (in-state)
- Published tuition (in-state)
- $16,854 / year
- Published tuition (out-of-state)
- $27,570 / year
- Graduation rate
- 66%
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
New Jersey Athletic Conference Teams
| School | Location | Enrollment | Avg. net price |
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Kean University
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Location Union, NJ | Enrollment 11,433 | Avg. net price $14,465 |
Montclair State University
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Location Montclair, NJ | Enrollment 18,376 | Avg. net price $15,193 |
New Jersey City University
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Location , NJ | Enrollment 3,681 | Avg. net price $10,591 |
Ramapo College
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Location Mahwah, NJ | Enrollment 4,898 | Avg. net price $16,382 |
Rowan University
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Location Glassboro, NJ | Enrollment 15,841 | Avg. net price $23,938 |
Rutgers, The State Univ. of New Jersey, Camden
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Location , NJ | Enrollment 3,753 | Avg. net price $15,732 |
Rutgers, The State Univ. of New Jersey, Newark
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Location Newark, NJ | Enrollment 7,709 | Avg. net price $16,013 |
Stockton University
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Location Pomona, NJ | Enrollment 7,537 | Avg. net price $24,030 |
The College of New Jersey
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Location Ewing, NJ | Enrollment 7,105 | Avg. net price $26,752 |
William Paterson University of New Jersey
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Location Wayne, NJ | Enrollment 6,614 | Avg. net price $18,533 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Montclair State University D3?
Yes, Montclair State University is an NCAA Division III program in the New Jersey Athletic Conference. This page lists division, conference, coach contacts, and recruiting context for Montclair State University men's basketball.
What conference is Montclair State University in?
Montclair State University competes in the New Jersey Athletic Conference for D3 men's basketball.
What is the average net price at Montclair State University?
Federal College Scorecard data lists an average net price of $15,193 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 Montclair State University?
College Scorecard reports approximately 18,376 undergraduate students. Confirm current enrollment on the school's official website.
How do I get recruited to Montclair State 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.
Your Eligibility for Montclair State University Starts Today
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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.