Head Coach
Brian Chapman
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Basketball Staff Contacts
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About William Paterson University of New Jersey Basketball
Walk into Pioneer Hall on game day, and you'll feel the weight of tradition in every corner of the gym. William Paterson basketball has a history of building programs that compete in the New Jersey Athletic Conference, where consistency matters more than flash, where players develop as much off the court as on it. Head coach Brian Chapman understands this. He builds rosters around basketball fundamentals and the kind of toughness that comes from understanding your role within something bigger. This isn't a program that chases national headlines; it's one that develops players who know how to execute, defend, and trust their teammates. The Pioneers have cultivated a culture where academic progress walks hand-in-hand with athletic development, and where earning minutes means proving you're ready for the responsibility. William Paterson draws student-athletes who want to play meaningful basketball while earning a degree from a university that values both. The program has produced alumni who've gone on to coach, teach, and lead in their communities, players whose impact extended far beyond their playing days. That legacy isn't accidental. It comes from intentional coaching and an environment where preparation meets opportunity. If you're serious about playing Division III basketball in a program with institutional pride and a coach committed to your development, this is a place worth considering. Before you reach out to a program at this level, make sure your game is where it needs to be. Florida Coastal Prep exists to help serious players close that gap, through elite training, academic support, and real exposure. Start at floridacoastalprep.com or /contact/.
Net price
$18,533/yr
Grad rate
44%
Enrollment
6,614
Full cost & outcomes
College Cost & Enrollment
Federal College Scorecard snapshot (retrieved 2026-11-04). Not a tuition quote.
Average net price: $18,533 / year (in-state)
Net price by family income
- $0–$30,000
- $14,533 / year
- $30,001–$48,000
- $15,636 / year
- $48,001–$75,000
- $19,373 / year
- $75,001–$110,000
- $23,365 / year
- $110,001+
- $25,625 / year
More enrollment & tuition figures
- Undergraduate enrollment
- 6,614
- Average net price
- $18,533 / year (in-state)
- Published tuition (in-state)
- $16,748 / year
- Published tuition (out-of-state)
- $27,014 / year
- Graduation rate
- 44%
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
New Jersey Athletic Conference Teams
| School | Location | Enrollment | Avg. net price |
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Kean University
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Location Union, NJ | Enrollment 11,433 | Avg. net price $14,465 |
Montclair State University
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Location Montclair, NJ | Enrollment 18,376 | Avg. net price $15,193 |
New Jersey City University
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Location , NJ | Enrollment 3,681 | Avg. net price $10,591 |
Ramapo College
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Location Mahwah, NJ | Enrollment 4,898 | Avg. net price $16,382 |
Rowan University
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Location Glassboro, NJ | Enrollment 15,841 | Avg. net price $23,938 |
Rutgers, The State Univ. of New Jersey, Camden
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Location , NJ | Enrollment 3,753 | Avg. net price $15,732 |
Rutgers, The State Univ. of New Jersey, Newark
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Location Newark, NJ | Enrollment 7,709 | Avg. net price $16,013 |
Stockton University
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Location Pomona, NJ | Enrollment 7,537 | Avg. net price $24,030 |
The College of New Jersey
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Location Ewing, NJ | Enrollment 7,105 | Avg. net price $26,752 |
William Paterson University of New Jersey
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Location Wayne, NJ | Enrollment 6,614 | Avg. net price $18,533 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is William Paterson University of New Jersey D3?
Yes, William Paterson University of New Jersey is an NCAA Division III program in the New Jersey Athletic Conference. This page lists division, conference, coach contacts, and recruiting context for William Paterson University of New Jersey men's basketball.
What conference is William Paterson University of New Jersey in?
William Paterson University of New Jersey competes in the New Jersey Athletic Conference for D3 men's basketball.
What is the average net price at William Paterson University of New Jersey?
Federal College Scorecard data lists an average net price of $18,533 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 William Paterson University of New Jersey?
College Scorecard reports approximately 6,614 undergraduate students. Confirm current enrollment on the school's official website.
How do I get recruited to William Paterson University of New Jersey?
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Let an FCP Coach Help You Get to William Paterson University of New Jersey
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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.