Minnesota North College – Vermilion Men's Basketball

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Minnesota North College – Vermilion

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Dan Tharp

Head Coach

Dan Tharp

daniel.tharp@minnesotanorth.edu

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About Minnesota North College – Vermilion Basketball

The Minnesota College Athletic Conference is a pipeline league where NJCAA scouts pay close attention, teams here get evaluated harder than most junior college circuits because the competition level is consistently solid. Minnesota North College's program reflects that standard. Head coach Dan Tharp has built a squad that plays disciplined basketball, emphasizing ball movement and defensive intensity over isolation scoring. That's valuable context because it tells you what kind of player thrives here: someone willing to fit into a system rather than someone expecting to be a featured scorer immediately. The Vermilion campus sits in a hockey-heavy region, which means basketball doesn't get the same media oxygen as it does elsewhere, but that's actually an advantage. It keeps distractions minimal and allows players to focus on improvement without constant noise. The junior college environment is specifically designed for two types of recruits: those needing an extra year of development before a four-year move, and those who want to prove they belong at the next level after falling through recruiting cracks. Tharp's program values consistency and effort metrics that transfer well. Players here build habits: how to practice with purpose, how to compete in a conference that demands execution. If you're someone who wants coaching that prioritizes your development over quick stats, this is worth serious consideration. Coaches at programs like this recruit players who come in ready to contribute. Florida Coastal Prep, a prep academy in Fort Walton Beach, FL, develops athletes specifically for opportunities like this one. Learn how at floridacoastalprep.com or apply at /apply/.

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Net price

$12,194/yr

Grad rate

53%

Enrollment

2,013

Full cost & outcomes

College Cost & Enrollment

Federal College Scorecard snapshot (retrieved 2026-11-04). Not a tuition quote.

Average net price: $12,194 / year (in-state)

Net price by family income

$0–$30,000: $9,552 / year
$30,001–$48,000: $8,390 / year
$48,001–$75,000: $10,972 / year
$75,001–$110,000: $16,266 / year
$110,001+: $18,841 / year

More enrollment & tuition figures

Undergraduate enrollment: 2,013
Average net price: $12,194 / year (in-state)
Published tuition (in-state): $6,291 / year
Published tuition (out-of-state): $6,291 / year
Graduation rate: 53%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.

Minnesota College Athletic Conference Teams

Minnesota College Athletic Conference men's basketball programs
School	Location	Enrollment	Avg. net price
Anoka-Ramsey Community College View program →	Location Cambridge, MN	Enrollment 4,201	Avg. net price $20,159
Central Lakes College-Brainerd View program →	Location Brainerd, MN	Enrollment 1,614	Avg. net price $15,556
Dakota County Technical College View program →	Location Rosemount, MN	Enrollment 2,168	Avg. net price $20,329
Minnesota North College – Hibbing View program →	Location Northfield, MN	Enrollment 2,013	Avg. net price $12,194
Minnesota North College – Itasca View program →	Location Northfield, MN	Enrollment 2,013	Avg. net price $12,194
Minnesota North College – Mesabi Range View program →	Location Northfield, MN	Enrollment 2,013	Avg. net price $12,194
Minnesota North College – Rainy River View program →	Location Northfield, MN	Enrollment 2,013	Avg. net price $12,194
Minnesota North College – Vermilion View program →	Location Northfield, MN	Enrollment 2,013	Avg. net price $12,194
Minnesota State Community & Technical College View program →	Location Moorhead, MN	Enrollment 2,942	Avg. net price $14,404
Minnesota West Community & Technical College View program →	Location Pipestone, MN	Enrollment 1,762	Avg. net price $11,331
Northland Community & Technical College View program →	Location East Grand Forks, MN	Enrollment 1,554	Avg. net price $19,003
Ridgewater College View program →	Location Hutchinson, MN	Enrollment 2,162	Avg. net price $17,043
Riverland Community College View program →	Location Austin, MN	Enrollment 2,003	Avg. net price $14,434
Rochester Community and Technical College View program →	Location Rochester, MN	Enrollment 3,365	Avg. net price $18,037
St. Cloud Technical & Community College View program →	Location Saint Cloud, MN	Enrollment 3,113	Avg. net price $14,905

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Minnesota North College – Vermilion JUCO?

Yes, Minnesota North College – Vermilion is a JUCO program in the Minnesota College Athletic Conference. This page lists division, conference, coach contacts, and recruiting context for Minnesota North College – Vermilion men's basketball.

What conference is Minnesota North College – Vermilion in?

Minnesota North College – Vermilion competes in the Minnesota College Athletic Conference for JUCO men's basketball.

What is the average net price at Minnesota North College – Vermilion?

Federal College Scorecard data lists an average net price of $12,194 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 Minnesota North College – Vermilion?

College Scorecard reports approximately 2,013 undergraduate students. Confirm current enrollment on the school's official website.

How do I get recruited to Minnesota North College – Vermilion?

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