Head Coach
Chad Murray
Coach data is provided for recruiting research and should be confirmed with the official athletics website before contact.
Basketball Staff Contacts
Assistant coaches change often. Confirm current staff on the program's official athletics site before reaching out.
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About Pacific Lutheran University Basketball
Pacific Lutheran University offers a genuine combination of academic rigor and competitive basketball development in the Northwest Conference. Head coach Chad Murray has built a program where players develop both on the court and in the classroom, a practical advantage when it comes time to consider life after eligibility. As a Division III program, Pacific Lutheran prioritizes playing time and meaningful development over recruiting hype. You'll compete against quality opponents while maintaining the flexibility to pursue internships, research, and other opportunities that strengthen your resume. The degree from PLU carries real weight in the Pacific Northwest and beyond, giving you tangible credentials regardless of your basketball trajectory. The Tacoma location provides access to a metropolitan area with professional networks, internship opportunities, and a strong alumni base. If you're serious about maximizing both your athletic and professional development, PLU offers a straightforward value proposition: consistent coaching, competitive basketball at an appropriate level, and a diploma that opens doors. The program expects players to arrive ready to contribute. If you're currently developing your game or working to solidify your fundamentals, now is the time to invest in that preparation. 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
$20,652/yr
Grad rate
64%
Enrollment
2,401
Full cost & outcomes
College Cost & Enrollment
Federal College Scorecard snapshot (retrieved 2026-11-04). Not a tuition quote.
Average net price: $20,652 / year
Net price by family income
- $0–$30,000
- $13,627 / year
- $30,001–$48,000
- $13,026 / year
- $48,001–$75,000
- $16,022 / year
- $75,001–$110,000
- $18,495 / year
- $110,001+
- $21,998 / year
More enrollment & tuition figures
- Undergraduate enrollment
- 2,401
- Average net price
- $20,652 / year
- Published tuition (in-state)
- $53,096 / year
- Published tuition (out-of-state)
- $53,096 / year
- Graduation rate
- 64%
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Northwest Conference Teams
| School | Location | Enrollment | Avg. net price |
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George Fox University
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Location Newberg, OR | Enrollment 2,699 | Avg. net price $31,648 |
Lewis & Clark College
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Location Portland, OR | Enrollment 2,120 | Avg. net price $34,286 |
Linfield University
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Location McMinnville, OR | Enrollment 1,621 | Avg. net price $24,882 |
Pacific Lutheran University
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Location Tacoma, WA | Enrollment 2,401 | Avg. net price $20,652 |
Pacific University
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Location Forest Grove, OR | Enrollment 1,516 | Avg. net price $35,520 |
University of Puget Sound
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Location Tacoma, WA | Enrollment 1,594 | Avg. net price $32,507 |
Whitman College
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Location Walla Walla, WA | Enrollment 1,531 | Avg. net price $29,486 |
Whitworth University
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Location Spokane, WA | Enrollment 1,858 | Avg. net price $23,009 |
Willamette University
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Location Salem, OR | Enrollment 1,592 | Avg. net price $25,908 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Pacific Lutheran University D3?
Yes, Pacific Lutheran University is an NCAA Division III program in the Northwest Conference. This page lists division, conference, coach contacts, and recruiting context for Pacific Lutheran University men's basketball.
What conference is Pacific Lutheran University in?
Pacific Lutheran University competes in the Northwest Conference for D3 men's basketball.
What is the average net price at Pacific Lutheran University?
Federal College Scorecard data lists an average net price of $20,652 per year for students who received federal aid, after grants and scholarships. This is not a tuition quote.
What is undergraduate enrollment at Pacific Lutheran University?
College Scorecard reports approximately 2,401 undergraduate students. Confirm current enrollment on the school's official website.
How do I get recruited to Pacific Lutheran 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.
Pacific Lutheran 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 Pacific Lutheran 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.