Head Coach
Matt Lee
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Basketball Staff Contacts
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About Herkimer County Community College Basketball
Walk into the Herkimer County Community College gym on a game night, and you'll feel the weight of what this program has built. For decades, this Northern Athletic Conference team has developed players who understand that junior college basketball isn't a consolation, it's a launchpad. Coach Matt Lee runs a program rooted in accountability and skill development, where every player knows their role matters and their trajectory is being shaped toward the next level. Herkimer sits in the heart of upstate New York, a region with deep basketball tradition. The Generals have sent countless athletes to four-year programs, each one carrying lessons learned in a competitive NJCAA environment. Lee's approach emphasizes fundamentals and basketball IQ, players here don't just play the game, they study it. The program values toughness, consistency, and the kind of growth that happens when you're competing against quality opponents week in and week out. What sets Herkimer apart is the culture of development. This isn't a program chasing flashy records; it's one focused on preparing you for what comes next, whether that's a D1 or D2 opportunity or professional basketball. The coaching staff invests in your game and your character, understanding that the players who succeed here are the ones who embrace the grind. If you're serious about competing at the junior college level and want genuine development, Herkimer County Community College offers that pathway. Coaches recruiting for programs like this one look for players who've been developed in serious environments. Florida Coastal Prep in Fort Walton Beach, FL prepares post-grad and high school athletes for exactly these conversations. Learn more at floridacoastalprep.com.
Net price
$13,103/yr
Grad rate
36%
Enrollment
1,168
Full cost & outcomes
College Cost & Enrollment
Federal College Scorecard snapshot (retrieved 2026-11-04). Not a tuition quote.
Average net price: $13,103 / year (in-state)
Net price by family income
- $0–$30,000
- $11,036 / year
- $30,001–$48,000
- $10,810 / year
- $48,001–$75,000
- $13,393 / year
- $75,001–$110,000
- $17,303 / year
- $110,001+
- $19,653 / year
More enrollment & tuition figures
- Undergraduate enrollment
- 1,168
- Average net price
- $13,103 / year (in-state)
- Published tuition (in-state)
- $5,866 / year
- Published tuition (out-of-state)
- $5,866 / year
- Graduation rate
- 36%
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Northern Athletic Conference Teams
| School | Location | Enrollment | Avg. net price |
|---|---|---|---|
Clinton Community College
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Location Plattsburgh, NY | Enrollment 400 | Avg. net price $9,116 |
Herkimer County Community College
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Location Town of Herkimer, NY | Enrollment 1,168 | Avg. net price $13,103 |
Jefferson Community College
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Location Watertown, NY | Enrollment 1,499 | Avg. net price $8,372 |
Mohawk Valley Community College
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Location Utica, NY | Enrollment 2,950 | Avg. net price $5,717 |
North Country Community College
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Location Saranac Lake, NY | Enrollment 819 | Avg. net price $12,639 |
Onondaga Community College
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Location Syracuse, NY | Enrollment 4,456 | Avg. net price $5,201 |
SUNY Broome Community College
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Location Binghamton, NY | Enrollment 3,055 | Avg. net price $10,036 |
Tompkins Cortland Community College
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Location Town of Dryden, NY | Enrollment 1,469 | Avg. net price $13,637 |
| UW-Stevens Point at Marshfield View program → | Location Marshfield, WI | Enrollment 7,306 | Avg. net price $14,757 |
| UW-Stevens Point at Wausau View program → | Location Wausau, WI | Enrollment — | Avg. net price — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Herkimer County Community College JUCO?
Yes, Herkimer County Community College is a JUCO program in the Northern Athletic Conference. This page lists division, conference, coach contacts, and recruiting context for Herkimer County Community College men's basketball.
What conference is Herkimer County Community College in?
Herkimer County Community College competes in the Northern Athletic Conference for JUCO men's basketball.
What is the average net price at Herkimer County Community College?
Federal College Scorecard data lists an average net price of $13,103 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 Herkimer County Community College?
College Scorecard reports approximately 1,168 undergraduate students. Confirm current enrollment on the school's official website.
How do I get recruited to Herkimer County Community 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.
Compete at the Level Herkimer County Community College Scouts
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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.