Ridgewater College Men's Basketball

JUCO Minnesota College Athletic Conference Minnesota

Ridgewater College

· Men's Basketball

JUCO Minnesota College Athletic Conference

Nathan Thooft

Head Coach

Nathan Thooft

nathan.thooft@ridgewater.edu

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About Ridgewater College Basketball

Ridgewater College gives you what matters most: real playing time, a respected degree, and a clear path forward. Head Coach Nathan Thooft runs a program in the Minnesota College Athletic Conference that values development over shortcuts. You'll play meaningful minutes as a freshman or sophomore, build your skills against quality competition, and earn credit toward a degree that transfers seamlessly to four-year institutions. NJCAA basketball is intentional. You're competing against players serious about improving, not sitting on benches waiting for eligibility. Ridgewater's approach emphasizes ball movement, defensive fundamentals, and the kind of consistent game film that matters to four-year programs and scouts. Coaches and parents appreciate the transparency: you know where you stand, what's expected, and how to earn more responsibility. The transfer portal is real. Playing two strong seasons in the Minnesota College Athletic Conference positions you competitively for mid-major and Division II programs looking for proven players with college experience. Your transcript reflects genuine coursework from an accredited institution, not just athletic eligibility. This is practical basketball. You develop as a player, earn your degree, and build leverage for your next step, whether that's a university transfer or professional opportunities. No false promises, just the environment and coaching to improve measurably. Every serious recruiting conversation starts with preparation. Florida Coastal Prep, located in Fort Walton Beach, FL, trains post-grad and high school players to compete at the college level and attract the right attention. See if it's the right fit at floridacoastalprep.com or /apply/.

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Net price

$17,043/yr

Grad rate

57%

Enrollment

2,162

Full cost & outcomes

College Cost & Enrollment

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

Average net price: $17,043 / year (in-state)

Net price by family income

$0–$30,000: $13,151 / year
$30,001–$48,000: $13,947 / year
$48,001–$75,000: $15,571 / year
$75,001–$110,000: $19,825 / year
$110,001+: $23,426 / year

More enrollment & tuition figures

Undergraduate enrollment: 2,162
Average net price: $17,043 / year (in-state)
Published tuition (in-state): $6,340 / year
Published tuition (out-of-state): $6,340 / year
Graduation rate: 57%

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 Ridgewater College JUCO?

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

What conference is Ridgewater College in?

Ridgewater College competes in the Minnesota College Athletic Conference for JUCO men's basketball.

What is the average net price at Ridgewater College?

Federal College Scorecard data lists an average net price of $17,043 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 Ridgewater College?

College Scorecard reports approximately 2,162 undergraduate students. Confirm current enrollment on the school's official website.

How do I get recruited to Ridgewater 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.