Head Coach
Brandon Linton
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Basketball Staff Contacts
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About Tufts University Basketball
Every winter, something particular happens in Medford. The kind of basketball that rewards precision, discipline, and the kind of toughness that comes from playing in the Northeast. Tufts basketball is built on that foundation, a program where the game moves at a thinking pace, where ball movement matters more than highlight reels, and where players graduate having learned something about themselves beyond statistics. Head coach Brandon Linton has shaped a program rooted in the New England Small College Athletic Conference that values versatility and basketball intelligence. The Jumbos play the game the way it's meant to be played at the Division III level: team-oriented, defensively sharp, and focused on making each possession count. This isn't a program chasing national headlines; it's one that builds careers and develops players who leave Medford as better versions of themselves. The program sits within an Ivy-caliber academic institution where your degree carries real weight. Players here balance demanding coursework with serious basketball, which means they develop time management and resilience that translates far beyond college. Alumni have gone on to professional opportunities, but more importantly, they've built lives where their Tufts experience remains central to who they are. If you're looking for a program that plays meaningful basketball within a culture of rigor and purpose, Tufts deserves your attention. 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
$38,797/yr
Grad rate
94%
Enrollment
7,061
Full cost & outcomes
College Cost & Enrollment
Federal College Scorecard snapshot (retrieved 2026-11-04). Not a tuition quote.
Average net price: $38,797 / year
Net price by family income
- $0–$30,000
- $4,195 / year
- $30,001–$48,000
- $10,240 / year
- $48,001–$75,000
- $16,897 / year
- $75,001–$110,000
- $29,497 / year
- $110,001+
- $57,862 / year
More enrollment & tuition figures
- Undergraduate enrollment
- 7,061
- Average net price
- $38,797 / year
- Published tuition (in-state)
- $73,616 / year
- Published tuition (out-of-state)
- $73,616 / year
- Graduation rate
- 94%
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
New England Small College Athletic Conference Teams
| School | Location | Enrollment | Avg. net price |
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Amherst College
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Location Amherst, MA | Enrollment 1,911 | Avg. net price $19,536 |
Bates College
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Location Lewiston, ME | Enrollment 1,760 | Avg. net price $27,390 |
Bowdoin College
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Location Brunswick, ME | Enrollment 1,873 | Avg. net price $15,595 |
Colby College
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Location Waterville, ME | Enrollment 2,407 | Avg. net price $19,835 |
Connecticut College
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Location New London, CT | Enrollment 1,937 | Avg. net price $35,960 |
Hamilton College
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Location Clinton, NY | Enrollment 2,030 | Avg. net price $25,793 |
Middlebury College
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Location Middlebury, VT | Enrollment 2,738 | Avg. net price $32,102 |
Trinity College
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Location Hartford, CT | Enrollment 2,146 | Avg. net price $37,004 |
Tufts University
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Location Medford, MA | Enrollment 7,061 | Avg. net price $38,797 |
Wesleyan University
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Location Middletown, CT | Enrollment 3,067 | Avg. net price $23,014 |
Williams College
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Location Williamstown, MA | Enrollment 2,076 | Avg. net price $15,157 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Tufts University D3?
Yes, Tufts University is an NCAA Division III program in the New England Small College Athletic Conference. This page lists division, conference, coach contacts, and recruiting context for Tufts University men's basketball.
What conference is Tufts University in?
Tufts University competes in the New England Small College Athletic Conference for D3 men's basketball.
What is the average net price at Tufts University?
Federal College Scorecard data lists an average net price of $38,797 per year for students who received federal aid, after grants and scholarships. This is not a tuition quote.
What is undergraduate enrollment at Tufts University?
College Scorecard reports approximately 7,061 undergraduate students. Confirm current enrollment on the school's official website.
How do I get recruited to Tufts University?
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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.