Head Coach
Alex Fodness
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Basketball Staff Contacts
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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
| School | Location | Enrollment | Avg. net price |
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Location Cambridge, MN | Enrollment 4,201 | Avg. net price $20,159 |
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Location Brainerd, MN | Enrollment 1,614 | Avg. net price $15,556 |
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Location Rosemount, MN | Enrollment 2,168 | Avg. net price $20,329 |
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Location Northfield, MN | Enrollment 2,013 | Avg. net price $12,194 |
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Location Northfield, MN | Enrollment 2,013 | Avg. net price $12,194 |
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Location Northfield, MN | Enrollment 2,013 | Avg. net price $12,194 |
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Location Northfield, MN | Enrollment 2,013 | Avg. net price $12,194 |
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Location Northfield, MN | Enrollment 2,013 | Avg. net price $12,194 |
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Location Moorhead, MN | Enrollment 2,942 | Avg. net price $14,404 |
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Location Pipestone, MN | Enrollment 1,762 | Avg. net price $11,331 |
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Location East Grand Forks, MN | Enrollment 1,554 | Avg. net price $19,003 |
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Location Hutchinson, MN | Enrollment 2,162 | Avg. net price $17,043 |
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Location Austin, MN | Enrollment 2,003 | Avg. net price $14,434 |
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Location Rochester, MN | Enrollment 3,365 | Avg. net price $18,037 |
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Location Saint Cloud, MN | Enrollment 3,113 | Avg. net price $14,905 |
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.