Head Coach
Ryan Moody
Coach data is provided for recruiting research and should be confirmed with the official athletics website before contact.
Basketball Staff Contacts
Verified 2026-08-15 from this program's own staff page. Staff change during the recruiting cycle, so confirm before sending outreach.
| Name | Role | |
|---|---|---|
| Ryan Moody | Head Coach | rmoody@benedictine.edu |
| John Peer | Associate Head Coach | jpeer@benedictine.edu |
| Catherine Ruhland | Asst. Athletic Trainer | cruhland@benedictine.edu |
About Benedictine College Basketball
Benedictine College basketball offers a practical path for serious players: a degree from an accredited institution paired with real playing time and development. Head Coach Ryan Moody builds competitive rosters in the Heart of America Athletic Conference (NAIA), where minutes are earned through effort and skill, not promises. You'll develop alongside players who are genuinely competing for starting positions, which means your growth gets tested daily. The program values ball security and defensive intensity, fundamentals that translate regardless of where your career leads next. Whether you're working toward a four-year degree, building tape for the transfer portal, or developing as a leader, Benedictine provides the structure and competition to do it. The athletic department supports student-athlete success both on and off the court, and Kansas's cost of living keeps the overall investment manageable for families. Atchison is a college town that prioritizes athletics. You won't get lost in the shuffle here. Coach Moody's staff knows every player on their roster and invests in their development. If you're ready to contribute immediately, understand the value of a degree, and want to compete in a conference where hard work translates to playing time, this is worth a serious look. Coaches at programs like this recruit players who come in ready to contribute. Florida Coastal Prep, a prep academy in Fort Walton Beach, FL, develops athletes specifically for opportunities like this one. Learn how at floridacoastalprep.com or apply at /apply/.
Net price
$24,687/yr
Grad rate
65%
Enrollment
2,272
Full cost & outcomes
College Cost & Enrollment
Federal College Scorecard snapshot (retrieved 2026-11-04). Not a tuition quote.
Average net price: $24,687 / year
Net price by family income
- $0–$30,000
- $20,106 / year
- $30,001–$48,000
- $18,458 / year
- $48,001–$75,000
- $21,390 / year
- $75,001–$110,000
- $22,611 / year
- $110,001+
- $27,550 / year
More enrollment & tuition figures
- Undergraduate enrollment
- 2,272
- Average net price
- $24,687 / year
- Published tuition (in-state)
- $37,750 / year
- Published tuition (out-of-state)
- $37,750 / year
- Graduation rate
- 65%
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Heart of America Athletic Conference Teams
| School | Location | Enrollment | Avg. net price |
|---|---|---|---|
Baker University
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Location Baldwin City, KS | Enrollment 1,100 | Avg. net price $25,038 |
Benedictine College
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Location Atchison, KS | Enrollment 2,272 | Avg. net price $24,687 |
Central Methodist University
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Location Fayette, MO | Enrollment 1,040 | Avg. net price $21,697 |
Clarke University
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Location Dubuque, IA | Enrollment 742 | Avg. net price $26,095 |
Culver-Stockton College
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Location Canton, MO | Enrollment 807 | Avg. net price $22,277 |
Graceland University
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Location Lamoni, IA | Enrollment 798 | Avg. net price $19,899 |
Grand View University
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Location Des Moines, IA | Enrollment 1,486 | Avg. net price $21,705 |
Iowa Wesleyan University
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Location , IA | Enrollment — | Avg. net price — |
MidAmerica Nazarene University
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Location Olathe, KS | Enrollment 983 | Avg. net price $30,947 |
Missouri Baptist University
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Location St. Louis, MO | Enrollment 1,488 | Avg. net price $27,032 |
Missouri Valley College
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Location Marshall, MO | Enrollment 1,443 | Avg. net price $24,230 |
Mount Mercy University
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Location Cedar Rapids, IA | Enrollment 1,107 | Avg. net price $23,935 |
| Park University View program → | Location Parkville, MO | Enrollment 4,555 | Avg. net price $19,119 |
Peru State College
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Location Peru, NE | Enrollment 1,092 | Avg. net price $10,005 |
William Penn University
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Location Oskaloosa, IA | Enrollment 1,301 | Avg. net price $23,749 |
William Woods University
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Location Fulton, MO | Enrollment 1,300 | Avg. net price $26,458 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Benedictine College NAIA?
Yes, Benedictine College is an NAIA program in the Heart of America Athletic Conference. This page lists division, conference, coach contacts, and recruiting context for Benedictine College men's basketball.
What conference is Benedictine College in?
Benedictine College competes in the Heart of America Athletic Conference for NAIA men's basketball.
What is the average net price at Benedictine College?
Federal College Scorecard data lists an average net price of $24,687 per year for students who received federal aid, after grants and scholarships. This is not a tuition quote.
What is undergraduate enrollment at Benedictine College?
College Scorecard reports approximately 2,272 undergraduate students. Confirm current enrollment on the school's official website.
How do I get recruited to Benedictine College?
Build updated game film, complete NCAA or NAIA eligibility requirements for NAIA, 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 NAIA programs. See floridacoastalprep.com/apply/ and the how-to-get-recruited guide on this site.
Let an FCP Coach Help You Get to Benedictine College
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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.