Head Coach
Jim Lake
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About University of Wisconsin-Stout Basketball
UW-Stout demands a specific skill set: perimeter shooting, floor spacing, and defensive versatility. Head coach Jim Lake has built a program in the Wisconsin Intercollegiate Athletic Conference that prizes ball movement and three-point range on offense, with switching defenses on the other end. The Blue Devils compete at a level where guards need reliable ball-handling and shooters must function without isolation plays. Physically, the roster trends toward longer, switchable wings who can guard multiple positions and knock down shots from distance. This is not a high-volume scoring environment. Players who need constant touches or isolation opportunities will struggle with the system's ball-sharing philosophy. Conversely, if you're a complementary player, a role player who spaces the floor, sets screens, and plays disciplined defense, the WIAC offers opportunity. Bench production matters here; rotation depth determines tournament seeding in a competitive league. The recruiting profile skews toward players who understand spacing principles, who can shoot off-ball, and who accept defined roles. Athleticism helps, but basketball IQ is the baseline requirement. If your game relies on out-athleting opponents rather than reading defenses and making decisions, this system will expose gaps in your fundamentals. Menomonie's market is lean, but the program operates with structure and clear expectations. Evaluate whether you can thrive in a motion-heavy offense and multiple-assignment defense. 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/.
Net price
$17,533/yr
Grad rate
53%
Enrollment
5,842
Full cost & outcomes
College Cost & Enrollment
Federal College Scorecard snapshot (retrieved 2026-11-04). Not a tuition quote.
Average net price: $17,533 / year (in-state)
Net price by family income
- $0–$30,000
- $11,344 / year
- $30,001–$48,000
- $11,205 / year
- $48,001–$75,000
- $13,113 / year
- $75,001–$110,000
- $18,957 / year
- $110,001+
- $22,437 / year
More enrollment & tuition figures
- Undergraduate enrollment
- 5,842
- Average net price
- $17,533 / year (in-state)
- Published tuition (in-state)
- $11,196 / year
- Published tuition (out-of-state)
- $20,188 / year
- Graduation rate
- 53%
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Wisconsin Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Teams
| School | Location | Enrollment | Avg. net price |
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University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire
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Location Eau Claire, WI | Enrollment 8,895 | Avg. net price $16,133 |
University of Wisconsin-La Crosse
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Location La Crosse, WI | Enrollment 9,277 | Avg. net price $17,064 |
University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh
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Location Oshkosh, WI | Enrollment 6,877 | Avg. net price $16,492 |
University of Wisconsin-Platteville
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Location Platteville, WI | Enrollment 5,837 | Avg. net price $15,451 |
University of Wisconsin-River Falls
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Location River Falls, WI | Enrollment 4,205 | Avg. net price $14,703 |
University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point
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Location Stevens Point, WI | Enrollment 7,306 | Avg. net price $14,757 |
University of Wisconsin-Stout
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Location Menomonie, WI | Enrollment 5,842 | Avg. net price $17,533 |
University of Wisconsin-Whitewater
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Location Whitewater, WI | Enrollment 9,405 | Avg. net price $13,737 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is University of Wisconsin-Stout D3?
Yes, University of Wisconsin-Stout is an NCAA Division III program in the Wisconsin Intercollegiate Athletic Conference. This page lists division, conference, coach contacts, and recruiting context for University of Wisconsin-Stout men's basketball.
What conference is University of Wisconsin-Stout in?
University of Wisconsin-Stout competes in the Wisconsin Intercollegiate Athletic Conference for D3 men's basketball.
What is the average net price at University of Wisconsin-Stout?
Federal College Scorecard data lists an average net price of $17,533 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 University of Wisconsin-Stout?
College Scorecard reports approximately 5,842 undergraduate students. Confirm current enrollment on the school's official website.
How do I get recruited to University of Wisconsin-Stout?
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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.