Head Coach
Ivan Patterson
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Basketball Staff Contacts
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About Palomar College Basketball
Palomar College offers genuine junior college basketball with real opportunities for players seeking substantial playing time and a clear development path. Head coach Ivan Patterson builds his program on fundamentals and player growth rather than shortcuts. You'll compete in the Orange Empire Conference at a level where minutes are earned through work ethic and improvement, not promises. This is the right fit if you're a developing player ready for competitive junior college basketball. Palomar doesn't manufacture false expectations, you'll get honest evaluation, consistent practice opportunities, and a chance to strengthen your game before moving to a four-year program. The program values basketball IQ, coachability, and the willingness to compete daily. The California location offers exposure to West Coast recruiting networks, and Patterson's track record shows he builds players who transfer successfully to NCAA Division II and III programs. You won't find inflated marketing here, just a straightforward environment where basketball improvement happens through repetition, film study, and accountability. If you understand that junior college is a development step and you're willing to invest in your craft, Palomar provides legitimate basketball culture and coaching that prepares you for the next level. This program rewards players who show up ready to work. 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.
Net price
$1,839/yr
Grad rate
41%
Enrollment
17,712
Full cost & outcomes
College Cost & Enrollment
Federal College Scorecard snapshot (retrieved 2026-11-04). Not a tuition quote.
Average net price: $1,839 / year (in-state)
Net price by family income
- $0–$30,000
- $1,247 / year
- $48,001–$75,000
- $2,128 / year
- $75,001–$110,000
- $6,681 / year
- $110,001+
- $7,891 / year
More enrollment & tuition figures
- Undergraduate enrollment
- 17,712
- Average net price
- $1,839 / year (in-state)
- Published tuition (in-state)
- $1,356 / year
- Published tuition (out-of-state)
- $11,688 / year
- Graduation rate
- 41%
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Orange Empire Conference Teams
| School | Location | Enrollment | Avg. net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fullerton College View program → | Location Fullerton, CA | Enrollment 17,121 | Avg. net price $1,302 |
| Irvine Valley College View program → | Location Irvine, CA | Enrollment 10,286 | Avg. net price $21,874 |
| MiraCosta College View program → | Location Oceanside, CA | Enrollment 10,278 | Avg. net price $5,146 |
| Moorpark College View program → | Location Moorpark, CA | Enrollment 12,082 | Avg. net price — |
| Oxnard College View program → | Location Oxnard, CA | Enrollment 6,240 | Avg. net price — |
| Palomar College View program → | Location San Marcos, CA | Enrollment 17,712 | Avg. net price $1,839 |
| Santa Ana College View program → | Location Santa Ana, CA | Enrollment 22,485 | Avg. net price $7,224 |
| Santiago Canyon College View program → | Location Orange, CA | Enrollment 10,579 | Avg. net price $2,040 |
| Ventura College View program → | Location Ventura, CA | Enrollment 10,150 | Avg. net price — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Palomar College JUCO?
Yes, Palomar College is a JUCO program in the Orange Empire Conference. This page lists division, conference, coach contacts, and recruiting context for Palomar College men's basketball.
What conference is Palomar College in?
Palomar College competes in the Orange Empire Conference for JUCO men's basketball.
What is the average net price at Palomar College?
Federal College Scorecard data lists an average net price of $1,839 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 Palomar College?
College Scorecard reports approximately 17,712 undergraduate students. Confirm current enrollment on the school's official website.
How do I get recruited to Palomar 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.
The Commitment Palomar College Respects
JUCO coaches at programs like Palomar College extend offers to players who show commitment: to their development, their academics, and the process. FCP gives you the structure to demonstrate that commitment in every metric a coach evaluates.
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.