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Minnesota State Community & Technical College Men's Basketball

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Minnesota State Community & Technical College

· Men's Basketball

Alex Fodness

Head Coach

Head Coach

Alex Fodness

alex.fodness@minnesota.edu

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About Minnesota State Community & Technical College Basketball

Every season at Minnesota State Community & Technical College begins with the same ritual: players stepping into a locker room built on a foundation of grit and inclusion. Head coach Alex Fodness has cultivated something deliberate here, a junior college program that doesn't just develop basketball players, it shapes competitors who understand what it takes to earn their next opportunity. The Dragons compete in the Minnesota College Athletic Conference, a conference known for producing transfers who excel at four-year institutions. That pipeline isn't accidental. Fodness structures his program around intentional skill development and accountability. Players who commit here learn that individual growth and team success are inseparable. The program attracts guards and forwards willing to prove themselves against competition that mirrors the intensity they'll face moving forward. What sets Minnesota State apart is how it values character alongside court performance. Fodness builds rosters of players who are as reliable in the classroom and community as they are in games. That philosophy has created a reputation: if you're serious about playing college basketball and earning a degree, this is a place where both matter equally. The recruiting process rewards players who can demonstrate consistent growth and readiness. Florida Coastal Prep's training environment in Fort Walton Beach, FL is designed to produce exactly that profile. Explore the program at floridacoastalprep.com.

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Net price

$14,404/yr

Grad rate

53%

Enrollment

2,942

Full cost & outcomes

College Cost & Enrollment

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

Average net price: $14,404 / year (in-state)

Net price by family income

$0–$30,000
$11,356 / year
$30,001–$48,000
$10,848 / year
$48,001–$75,000
$12,338 / year
$75,001–$110,000
$16,665 / year
$110,001+
$19,779 / year
More enrollment & tuition figures
Undergraduate enrollment
2,942
Average net price
$14,404 / year (in-state)
Published tuition (in-state)
$6,124 / year
Published tuition (out-of-state)
$6,124 / 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 State Community & Technical College JUCO?

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

What conference is Minnesota State Community & Technical College in?

Minnesota State Community & Technical College competes in the Minnesota College Athletic Conference for JUCO men's basketball.

What is the average net price at Minnesota State Community & Technical College?

Federal College Scorecard data lists an average net price of $14,404 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 State Community & Technical College?

College Scorecard reports approximately 2,942 undergraduate students. Confirm current enrollment on the school's official website.

How do I get recruited to Minnesota State Community & Technical 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.

Build the Profile Minnesota State Community & Technical College Coaches Want to See

Coaches at JUCO programs aren't just looking for talent. They're looking for the right film, academic eligibility, and competitive résumé. FCP gives you all three, structured around the evaluation standards that programs like Minnesota State Community & Technical College use every recruiting cycle.

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.

Program data maintained by the Florida Coastal Prep coaching staff. Last updated August 2026.

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