Head Coach
Sean Smiley
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Basketball Staff Contacts
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About The State University of New York at Fredonia Basketball
SUNY Fredonia offers Division III basketball within the rigorous SUNY Athletic Conference, where academics and athletics carry equal weight. Head coach Sean Smiley runs a program focused on player development and meaningful minutes for those who commit to improvement. You'll earn a degree from a SUNY institution, a credential that holds real value in the job market regardless of professional basketball aspirations. This is a realistic environment for evaluation. Fredonia doesn't oversell potential or guarantee playing time to recruits; instead, the program builds on demonstrated work ethic. The SUNYAC is competitive, which means consistent performance here translates to credibility in the transfer portal if you choose to pursue that path. You'll develop against quality opponents while maintaining the flexibility to pursue graduate school, professional opportunities, or career transitions afterward. The location in western New York provides a genuine college experience without the distractions of major metropolitan areas. You'll balance serious basketball with serious academics, both matter here. Coach Smiley's approach emphasizes skill development over flash, preparing players for post-college life whether that includes professional basketball or not. If you're looking for a program that values your growth as both a player and a person, and doesn't make empty promises, Fredonia warrants consideration. You'll compete at a respected Division III level while building a degree that matters. The recruiting process rewards players who can demonstrate consistent growth and readiness. Florida Coastal Prep's training environment in Fort Walton Beach, FL is designed to produce exactly that profile. Explore the program at floridacoastalprep.com.
Net price
$15,275/yr
Grad rate
55%
Enrollment
2,755
Full cost & outcomes
College Cost & Enrollment
Federal College Scorecard snapshot (retrieved 2026-11-04). Not a tuition quote.
Average net price: $15,275 / year (in-state)
Net price by family income
- $0–$30,000
- $8,916 / year
- $30,001–$48,000
- $11,117 / year
- $48,001–$75,000
- $13,678 / year
- $75,001–$110,000
- $16,160 / year
- $110,001+
- $20,772 / year
More enrollment & tuition figures
- Undergraduate enrollment
- 2,755
- Average net price
- $15,275 / year (in-state)
- Published tuition (in-state)
- $8,835 / year
- Published tuition (out-of-state)
- $15,905 / year
- Graduation rate
- 55%
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
State University of New York Athletic Conference Teams
| School | Location | Enrollment | Avg. net price |
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Location Buffalo, NY | Enrollment 5,097 | Avg. net price $10,886 |
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Location Plattsburgh, NY | Enrollment 3,769 | Avg. net price $15,606 |
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Location Purchase, NY | Enrollment 3,197 | Avg. net price $19,338 |
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Location , NY | Enrollment 4,162 | Avg. net price $8,991 |
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Location Brockport, NY | Enrollment 5,784 | Avg. net price $17,315 |
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Location Canton, NY | Enrollment 2,741 | Avg. net price $12,696 |
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Location Cortland, NY | Enrollment 5,901 | Avg. net price $22,125 |
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Location Geneseo, NY | Enrollment 3,869 | Avg. net price $18,952 |
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Location New Paltz, NY | Enrollment 6,086 | Avg. net price $19,499 |
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Location Fredonia, NY | Enrollment 4,643 | Avg. net price $18,369 |
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Location Plattsburgh, NY | Enrollment 1,823 | Avg. net price $13,628 |
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Location Utica, NY | Enrollment 1,849 | Avg. net price $12,893 |
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Location Morrisville, NY | Enrollment 1,923 | Avg. net price $16,184 |
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Location Albany, NY | Enrollment 2,755 | Avg. net price $15,275 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The State University of New York at Fredonia D3?
Yes, The State University of New York at Fredonia is an NCAA Division III program in the State University of New York Athletic Conference. This page lists division, conference, coach contacts, and recruiting context for The State University of New York at Fredonia men's basketball.
What conference is The State University of New York at Fredonia in?
The State University of New York at Fredonia competes in the State University of New York Athletic Conference for D3 men's basketball.
What is the average net price at The State University of New York at Fredonia?
Federal College Scorecard data lists an average net price of $15,275 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 The State University of New York at Fredonia?
College Scorecard reports approximately 2,755 undergraduate students. Confirm current enrollment on the school's official website.
How do I get recruited to The State University of New York at Fredonia?
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Targeting The State University of New York at Fredonia?
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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.