Head Coach
Chris Johnston
Direct contact details for this coach are not confirmed. Use the program's official athletics staff directory.
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Basketball Staff Contacts
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About Jackson College Basketball
Jackson College develops guards and role players who thrive in a structured, half-court system. Head coach Chris Johnston values basketball IQ, discipline, and effort, traits that define competitive NJCAA play in the Michigan Community College Athletic Association. The program emphasizes ball movement, defensive intensity, and players who understand spacing and floor positioning. You'll see consistent minutes if you can shoot from three, handle pressure defense, and move without the ball. Jackson doesn't chase athletes; it builds contributors who understand their role in a team concept. The MCCAA is a competitive league where consistency matters more than flash. Johnston's teams compete in close games where execution separates winners from the rest. If you're a post-grad or junior college prospect considering transfer opportunities, Jackson offers realistic minutes, strong academic support, and a clear development pathway. The coaching staff provides honest feedback and expects accountability, no shortcuts, no excuses. This program suits players who want to prove they belong at the next level through work rate and basketball fundamentals. If you've got ball-handling skills, can catch-and-shoot, and play physical defense, Johnston will evaluate you seriously. 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
$9,797/yr
Grad rate
32%
Enrollment
3,422
Full cost & outcomes
College Cost & Enrollment
Federal College Scorecard snapshot (retrieved 2026-11-04). Not a tuition quote.
Average net price: $9,797 / year (in-state)
Net price by family income
- $0–$30,000
- $9,743 / year
- $30,001–$48,000
- $9,377 / year
- $48,001–$75,000
- $9,229 / year
- $75,001–$110,000
- $12,582 / year
More enrollment & tuition figures
- Undergraduate enrollment
- 3,422
- Average net price
- $9,797 / year (in-state)
- Published tuition (in-state)
- $7,680 / year
- Published tuition (out-of-state)
- $10,650 / year
- Graduation rate
- 32%
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Michigan Community College Athletic Association Teams
| School | Location | Enrollment | Avg. net price |
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Location Alpena, MI | Enrollment 732 | Avg. net price $3,238 |
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Location Brimley, MI | Enrollment 1,223 | Avg. net price $9,028 |
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Location University Center, MI | Enrollment 6,573 | Avg. net price $7,911 |
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Location Centreville, MI | Enrollment 600 | Avg. net price $5,737 |
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Location Houghton, MI | Enrollment 511 | Avg. net price $6,623 |
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Location Grand Rapids, MI | Enrollment 10,698 | Avg. net price $3,357 |
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Location Dearborn, MI | Enrollment 8,643 | Avg. net price $317 |
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Location Jackson, MI | Enrollment 3,422 | Avg. net price $9,797 |
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Location Kalamazoo, MI | Enrollment 4,997 | Avg. net price $2,461 |
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Location Battle Creek, MI | Enrollment 2,971 | Avg. net price $4,975 |
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Location Grayling, MI | Enrollment 1,023 | Avg. net price $5,522 |
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Location Benton Harbor, MI | Enrollment 2,105 | Avg. net price $5,404 |
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Location Lansing, MI | Enrollment 8,207 | Avg. net price $5,292 |
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Location Warren, MI | Enrollment 13,876 | Avg. net price — |
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Location Mount Pleasant, MI | Enrollment 2,098 | Avg. net price $5,846 |
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Location Flint, MI | Enrollment 5,251 | Avg. net price $9,438 |
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Location Muskegon, MI | Enrollment 2,760 | Avg. net price $3,531 |
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Location Gaylord, MI | Enrollment 942 | Avg. net price $9,006 |
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Location Royal Oak, MI | Enrollment 12,748 | Avg. net price $5,190 |
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Location Livonia, MI | Enrollment 7,511 | Avg. net price $9,329 |
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Location Dowagiac, MI | Enrollment 1,431 | Avg. net price $6,613 |
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Location Port Huron, MI | Enrollment 2,138 | Avg. net price $10,902 |
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Location Detroit, MI | Enrollment 7,423 | Avg. net price $5,268 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Jackson College JUCO?
Yes, Jackson College is a JUCO program in the Michigan Community College Athletic Association. This page lists division, conference, coach contacts, and recruiting context for Jackson College men's basketball.
What conference is Jackson College in?
Jackson College competes in the Michigan Community College Athletic Association for JUCO men's basketball.
What is the average net price at Jackson College?
Federal College Scorecard data lists an average net price of $9,797 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 Jackson College?
College Scorecard reports approximately 3,422 undergraduate students. Confirm current enrollment on the school's official website.
How do I get recruited to Jackson 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.