Head Coach
Shiva Senthil
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Basketball Staff Contacts
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About Oberlin College Basketball
Oberlin's program in the North Coast Athletic Conference values skill development and basketball intelligence over raw athleticism. Head coach Shiva Senthil builds rosters that thrive on ball movement, spacing, and defensive discipline, the fundamentals that translate across competition levels. Players here log meaningful minutes as freshmen if they arrive with solid footwork, decision-making, and the ability to execute within a system. The NCAC is competitive but not a recruiting powerhouse, which means roster spots reward consistency over star potential. Expect to face disciplined opponents who exploit poor spacing and sloppy decisions. Oberlin's style demands guards who can run pick-and-roll offense without forcing, forwards who move the ball from the wing, and bigs comfortable stepping out defensively. Games are won through possession efficiency and limiting turnovers rather than transition tempo. Off the court, you're balancing serious academics with basketball, this isn't a basketball-first environment, and the coaching staff respects that balance. The student-athlete experience here centers on being part of a close-knit team in a residential liberal arts setting. If you're a three-sport athlete or someone whose academics are non-negotiable, Oberlin fits. If you need constant coaching attention or prefer high-volume recruiting resources, this program demands more self-direction. 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
$41,987/yr
Grad rate
81%
Enrollment
2,887
Full cost & outcomes
College Cost & Enrollment
Federal College Scorecard snapshot (retrieved 2026-11-04). Not a tuition quote.
Average net price: $41,987 / year
Net price by family income
- $0–$30,000
- $12,176 / year
- $30,001–$48,000
- $20,246 / year
- $48,001–$75,000
- $18,356 / year
- $75,001–$110,000
- $32,410 / year
- $110,001+
- $50,738 / year
More enrollment & tuition figures
- Undergraduate enrollment
- 2,887
- Average net price
- $41,987 / year
- Published tuition (in-state)
- $69,482 / year
- Published tuition (out-of-state)
- $69,482 / year
- Graduation rate
- 81%
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
North Coast Athletic Conference Teams
| School | Location | Enrollment | Avg. net price |
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Denison University
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Location Granville, OH | Enrollment 2,380 | Avg. net price $40,163 |
DePauw University
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Location Greencastle, IN | Enrollment 1,905 | Avg. net price $19,916 |
John Carroll University
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Location University Heights, OH | Enrollment 2,274 | Avg. net price $27,167 |
Kenyon College
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Location Gambier, OH | Enrollment 1,732 | Avg. net price $33,279 |
Oberlin College
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Location Oberlin, OH | Enrollment 2,887 | Avg. net price $41,987 |
Ohio Wesleyan University
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Location Delaware, OH | Enrollment 1,516 | Avg. net price $20,196 |
Wabash College
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Location Crawfordsville, IN | Enrollment 866 | Avg. net price $23,532 |
Wittenberg University
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Location Springfield, OH | Enrollment 1,215 | Avg. net price $23,310 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Oberlin College D3?
Yes, Oberlin College is an NCAA Division III program in the North Coast Athletic Conference. This page lists division, conference, coach contacts, and recruiting context for Oberlin College men's basketball.
What conference is Oberlin College in?
Oberlin College competes in the North Coast Athletic Conference for D3 men's basketball.
What is the average net price at Oberlin College?
Federal College Scorecard data lists an average net price of $41,987 per year for students who received federal aid, after grants and scholarships. This is not a tuition quote.
What is undergraduate enrollment at Oberlin College?
College Scorecard reports approximately 2,887 undergraduate students. Confirm current enrollment on the school's official website.
How do I get recruited to Oberlin 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.
FCP Has Helped Players Reach Every Level, Including D3
Our track record of placing players at D3 programs is built one athlete at a time. FCP alumni compete across the country at programs with the same standards as Oberlin College. Your path starts with applying and committing to the process.
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.