Head Coach
Todd Zimmerman
Coach data is provided for recruiting research and should be confirmed with the official athletics website before contact.
Basketball Staff Contacts
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About Principia College Basketball
At Principia College, basketball isn't just a team sport, it's a community where every player matters. Head Coach Todd Zimmerman builds his program on genuine relationships, creating an environment where you're known by name, understood as a person, and developed as both an athlete and a student. In the St. Louis Intercollegiate Athletic Conference, Principia competes at the NCAA Division III level, where the focus shifts from recruiting hype to real growth and meaningful contribution. The Elsah campus fosters a tight-knit athletic culture where coaching staff invest time in each player's development on and off the court. You'll find yourself surrounded by teammates who share your values and your commitment to excellence. The smaller roster size means more playing opportunities, more direct feedback from coaches, and genuine mentorship that extends beyond basketball. Zimmerman's approach emphasizes building character alongside skill, creating an experience where your four years produce lasting relationships and personal transformation. Division III basketball allows you to compete at a high level while prioritizing academic pursuits and campus life. Principia's student-athletes thrive in this balance, developing leadership that carries into their post-college lives. If you're looking for a program where you'll be invested in as a whole person, where coaching is personal and intentional, and where belonging is at the heart of what you do, Principia offers that rare combination. 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/.
Grad rate
71%
Enrollment
339
Full cost & outcomes
College Cost & Enrollment
Federal College Scorecard snapshot (retrieved 2026-11-04). Not a tuition quote.
More enrollment & tuition figures
- Undergraduate enrollment
- 339
- Published tuition (in-state)
- $35,930 / year
- Published tuition (out-of-state)
- $35,930 / year
- Graduation rate
- 71%
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
St. Louis Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Teams
| School | Location | Enrollment | Avg. net price |
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Blackburn College
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Location Carlinville, IL | Enrollment 471 | Avg. net price $25,577 |
Eureka College
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Location Eureka, IL | Enrollment 522 | Avg. net price $16,360 |
Fontbonne University
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Location , MO | Enrollment — | Avg. net price — |
Greenville University
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Location Greenville, IL | Enrollment 955 | Avg. net price $20,905 |
Lyon College
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Location Batesville, AR | Enrollment 648 | Avg. net price $14,400 |
| Mississippi University for Women View program → | Location Columbus, MS | Enrollment 1,605 | Avg. net price $11,452 |
Principia College
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Location Elsah, IL | Enrollment 339 | Avg. net price — |
Spalding University
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Location Louisville, KY | Enrollment 583 | Avg. net price $24,262 |
Webster University
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Location St. Louis, MO | Enrollment 2,304 | Avg. net price $26,955 |
Westminster College
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Location Fulton, MO | Enrollment 638 | Avg. net price $23,913 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Principia College D3?
Yes, Principia College is an NCAA Division III program in the St. Louis Intercollegiate Athletic Conference. This page lists division, conference, coach contacts, and recruiting context for Principia College men's basketball.
What conference is Principia College in?
Principia College competes in the St. Louis Intercollegiate Athletic Conference for D3 men's basketball.
What is undergraduate enrollment at Principia College?
College Scorecard reports approximately 339 undergraduate students. Confirm current enrollment on the school's official website.
How do I get recruited to Principia 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.
Don't Wait to Start Your Path to Principia College
Every month without structured development is a month where other recruits are improving their film, clearing eligibility, and building coach relationships. FCP players don't wait. They arrive at D3 evaluations already prepared for what programs like Principia College require.
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.