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Shelton State Community College Men's Basketball

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Shelton State Community College

· Men's Basketball

Reco Dawson

Head Coach

Head Coach

Reco Dawson

rdawson@sheltonstate.edu

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About Shelton State Community College Basketball

Shelton State is a junior college program built for players who need runway. Head Coach Reco Dawson runs a program in the Alabama Community College Conference that prioritizes actual development over shortcuts. If you're coming out of high school needing to prove you belong at a four-year level, or you're a post-grad looking to raise your film, this is a realistic path. You'll get minutes here. NJCAA basketball moves at a genuine pace, competition is solid, and scouts and college coaches watch film from this level. The program emphasizes fundamentals, strength development, and basketball IQ. Dawson's approach focuses on what you control: effort, decision-making, and accountability. You won't hear empty promises about guaranteed transfers or immediate stardom. What you will get is honest coaching, consistent playing time, and a clear framework for improving your game. The academic environment is manageable, which matters. You're here to play and develop, not buried under unrealistic course loads. Two years to prove you're Division I material, or to build a resume for the next step. Some players transfer and succeed at four-year programs; others complete their education and move on with degree in hand. Both outcomes happen here. Shelton State suits players who understand they're at a stepping stone, not a destination. If that's your reality and you're willing to work, the opportunity is real. Coaches recruiting for programs like this one look for players who've been developed in serious environments. Florida Coastal Prep in Fort Walton Beach, FL prepares post-grad and high school athletes for exactly these conversations. Learn more at floridacoastalprep.com.

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Net price

$8,931/yr

Grad rate

27%

Enrollment

3,148

Full cost & outcomes

College Cost & Enrollment

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

Average net price: $8,931 / year (in-state)

Net price by family income

$0–$30,000
$8,668 / year
$30,001–$48,000
$8,673 / year
$48,001–$75,000
$9,211 / year
$75,001–$110,000
$11,034 / year
$110,001+
$565 / year
More enrollment & tuition figures
Undergraduate enrollment
3,148
Average net price
$8,931 / year (in-state)
Published tuition (in-state)
$5,520 / year
Published tuition (out-of-state)
$9,450 / year
Graduation rate
27%

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

Alabama Community College Conference Teams

Alabama Community College Conference men's basketball programs
School Location Enrollment Avg. net price
Bevill State Community College View program → Location Fayette, AL Enrollment 2,177 Avg. net price $4,857
Bishop State Community College View program → Location Mobile, AL Enrollment 2,437 Avg. net price $8,644
Calhoun Community College View program → Location Decatur, AL Enrollment 7,070 Avg. net price $7,874
Chattahoochee Valley Community College View program → Location Phenix City, AL Enrollment 1,110 Avg. net price $6,561
Coastal Alabama Community College – North View program → Location Fairhope, AL Enrollment 4,798 Avg. net price $11,098
Coastal Alabama Community College – South View program → Location Fairhope, AL Enrollment 4,798 Avg. net price $11,098
Enterprise State Community College View program → Location Enterprise, AL Enrollment 1,585 Avg. net price $8,461
Gadsden State Community College View program → Location Centre, AL Enrollment 3,548 Avg. net price $2,125
Lawson State Community College View program → Location Bessemer, AL Enrollment 2,900 Avg. net price $6,248
Lurleen B. Wallace Community College View program → Location Andalusia, AL Enrollment 1,097 Avg. net price $6,092
Marion Military Institute View program → Location Marion, AL Enrollment 329 Avg. net price $10,207
Shelton State Community College View program → Location Tuscaloosa, AL Enrollment 3,148 Avg. net price $8,931
Snead State Community College View program → Location Boaz, AL Enrollment 1,427 Avg. net price $2,991
Southern Union State Community College View program → Location Opelika, AL Enrollment 4,173 Avg. net price $5,984
Wallace Community College-Selma View program → Location Selma, AL Enrollment 855 Avg. net price $9,601
Wallace State Community College-Hanceville View program → Location Hanceville, AL Enrollment 4,423 Avg. net price $11,727
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Shelton State Community College JUCO?

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

What conference is Shelton State Community College in?

Shelton State Community College competes in the Alabama Community College Conference for JUCO men's basketball.

What is the average net price at Shelton State Community College?

Federal College Scorecard data lists an average net price of $8,931 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 Shelton State Community College?

College Scorecard reports approximately 3,148 undergraduate students. Confirm current enrollment on the school's official website.

How do I get recruited to Shelton State Community 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 Shelton State Community College Respects

JUCO coaches at programs like Shelton State Community 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.

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

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