Head Coach
Kevin Rice
kevin.rice.1@bismarckstate.edu
Coach data is provided for recruiting research and should be confirmed with the official athletics website before contact.
Basketball Staff Contacts
Verified 2026-08-15 from this program's own staff page. Staff change during the recruiting cycle, so confirm before sending outreach.
| Name | Role | |
|---|---|---|
| Kevin Rice | Head Men's Basketball Coach | kevin.rice.1@bismarckstate.edu |
About Bismarck State College Basketball
When you walk into the Bismarck State locker room, you're stepping into a program built on the kind of basketball that rewards toughness and precision. Head coach Kevin Rice has cultivated a culture where fundamentals don't just matter, they're the foundation of everything. The Thunderbirds compete in the Frontier Conference, a NAIA league where every possession carries weight and execution determines outcomes. Bismarck State's basketball story is one of consistency and resilience. The program has developed a reputation for player development, producing athletes who understand the game's rhythm and adapt to competitive levels beyond college. Rice's approach emphasizes basketball intelligence: players who can read defenses, move the ball with purpose, and defend with intention. That philosophy attracts recruits who want to improve within a system that respects the work it takes. North Dakota basketball has its own character, a blend of grit and precision shaped by harsh winters and communities that live and breathe the game. Bismarck State reflects that heritage. The program values players who arrive ready to compete, who see college basketball as an extension of their development rather than a destination. If you're looking at NAIA opportunities in a program that prioritizes genuine skill development and puts you in a conference where competition is real, Bismarck State offers that setting. The question is whether your game is ready for that level. 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
$9,531/yr
Grad rate
44%
Enrollment
2,839
Full cost & outcomes
College Cost & Enrollment
Federal College Scorecard snapshot (retrieved 2026-11-04). Not a tuition quote.
Average net price: $9,531 / year (in-state)
Net price by family income
- $0–$30,000
- $6,024 / year
- $30,001–$48,000
- $5,919 / year
- $48,001–$75,000
- $7,215 / year
- $75,001–$110,000
- $9,961 / year
- $110,001+
- $13,563 / year
More enrollment & tuition figures
- Undergraduate enrollment
- 2,839
- Average net price
- $9,531 / year (in-state)
- Published tuition (in-state)
- $6,037 / year
- Published tuition (out-of-state)
- $8,246 / year
- Graduation rate
- 44%
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Mon-Dak Conference Teams
| School | Location | Enrollment | Avg. net price |
|---|---|---|---|
Bismarck State College
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Location Bismarck, ND | Enrollment 2,839 | Avg. net price $9,531 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bismarck State College JUCO?
Yes, Bismarck State College is a JUCO program in the Mon-Dak Conference. This page lists division, conference, coach contacts, and recruiting context for Bismarck State College men's basketball.
What conference is Bismarck State College in?
Bismarck State College competes in the Mon-Dak Conference for JUCO men's basketball.
What is the average net price at Bismarck State College?
Federal College Scorecard data lists an average net price of $9,531 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 Bismarck State College?
College Scorecard reports approximately 2,839 undergraduate students. Confirm current enrollment on the school's official website.
How do I get recruited to Bismarck State College?
Build updated game film, complete NCAA or NAIA eligibility requirements for JUCO, 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 JUCO programs. See floridacoastalprep.com/apply/ and the how-to-get-recruited guide on this site.
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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.