Head Coach
Tyler Bredehoeft
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 | |
|---|---|---|
| Tyler Bredehoeft | Head Men's Basketball Coach | tdbredehoeft@ccis.edu |
| Noah Jacobs | Assistant Coach | ndjacobs@ccis.edu |
About Columbia College Basketball
The American Midwest Conference operates as a balanced league where guard-oriented teams don't automatically win, Columbia competes in a conference that values length, defensive versatility, and ball movement over iso-heavy styles. Head Coach Tomas Brock has built a program that reflects this philosophy, prioritizing guards and wings who can operate within a structured offensive system rather than freelance creators. Columbia's roster composition tells you what Brock values: multiple ball handlers, switchable defenders on the perimeter, and players comfortable in pick-and-roll settings. The program doesn't chase high-volume scorers; it develops role players into reliable contributors who understand spacing and off-ball movement. If you're a combo guard or 3-and-D wing who thrives in a team-first environment, this is worth serious consideration. The Midwest Conference itself sits outside the Power Five spotlight, which means limited ESPN exposure but also lower transfer portal churn and stronger year-to-year continuity. Playing here won't generate NBA highlight reels, but it provides genuine opportunity for consistent minutes and development in a program that values fundamentals. Columbia's location in Missouri offers reasonable proximity to recruiting pipelines across the South and Midwest. The program attracts players seeking genuine playing time without sacrificing academic credibility, a legitimate NAIA option for guards and wings ready to commit to a system-oriented approach. Players who arrive at college campus- ready, technically polished and physically prepared, get noticed faster. Florida Coastal Prep's post- graduate program in Fort Walton Beach, FL is built to close that gap. Learn more at floridacoastalprep.com or visit /apply/ to start the conversation.
Net price
$25,982/yr
Grad rate
51%
Enrollment
4,950
Full cost & outcomes
College Cost & Enrollment
Federal College Scorecard snapshot (retrieved 2026-11-04). Not a tuition quote.
Average net price: $25,982 / year
Net price by family income
- $0–$30,000
- $27,025 / year
- $30,001–$48,000
- $27,419 / year
- $48,001–$75,000
- $26,711 / year
- $75,001–$110,000
- $21,234 / year
- $110,001+
- $26,208 / year
More enrollment & tuition figures
- Undergraduate enrollment
- 4,950
- Average net price
- $25,982 / year
- Published tuition (in-state)
- $27,404 / year
- Published tuition (out-of-state)
- $27,404 / year
- Graduation rate
- 51%
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
American Midwest Conference Teams
| School | Location | Enrollment | Avg. net price |
|---|---|---|---|
Central Baptist College
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Location Conway, AR | Enrollment 484 | Avg. net price $20,276 |
Columbia College
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Location Columbia, MO | Enrollment 4,950 | Avg. net price $25,982 |
Crowley's Ridge College
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Location Paragould, AR | Enrollment 165 | Avg. net price $18,918 |
Hannibal-LaGrange University
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Location Hannibal, MO | Enrollment 410 | Avg. net price $21,546 |
Harris-Stowe State University
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Location St. Louis, MO | Enrollment 960 | Avg. net price $11,182 |
| University of Health Sciences & Pharmacy View program → | Location St. Louis, MO | Enrollment 337 | Avg. net price $28,540 |
Williams Baptist University
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Location Walnut Ridge, AR | Enrollment 478 | Avg. net price $17,814 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Columbia College NAIA?
Yes, Columbia College is an NAIA program in the American Midwest Conference. This page lists division, conference, coach contacts, and recruiting context for Columbia College men's basketball.
What conference is Columbia College in?
Columbia College competes in the American Midwest Conference for NAIA men's basketball.
What is the average net price at Columbia College?
Federal College Scorecard data lists an average net price of $25,982 per year for students who received federal aid, after grants and scholarships. This is not a tuition quote.
What is undergraduate enrollment at Columbia College?
College Scorecard reports approximately 4,950 undergraduate students. Confirm current enrollment on the school's official website.
How do I get recruited to Columbia 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.
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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.