Head Coach
Eric Fundalewicz
Coach data is provided for recruiting research and should be confirmed with the official athletics website before contact.
Basketball Staff Contacts
Verified 2026-08-02 from this program's own staff page. Staff change during the recruiting cycle, so confirm before sending outreach.
| Name | Role | |
|---|---|---|
| Steve Ridder | Head Coach | ridders@erau.edu |
| CJ Henagan | Assistant Coach | henaganc@erau.edu |
About Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Basketball
Embry-Riddle's basketball program operates at the NAIA level in the Great Southwest Athletic Conference, a tier where playing time is real and development matters more than tournament seeding. Head Coach Eric Fundalewicz runs a program that values fundamentals and player growth over hype. If you're a solid prospect who wants meaningful minutes and coaching attention, this is worth considering. The Prescott campus sits at 5,600 feet elevation, which tests conditioning early. That's not a selling point; it's a fact you'll feel. The athletic department prioritizes academics seriously, the student-athlete experience here includes genuine support for coursework, not just basketball obligations. You'll compete against regional opponents who take the game seriously without the recruiting circus of Division I. Fundalewicz builds rosters with role players who understand their assignments. This isn't a program chasing high-profile recruits or making unrealistic tournament runs. Instead, it's about consistent development and creating an environment where you can improve your game while earning a real degree from an institution with serious engineering and aviation credibility. NAIA basketball offers a legitimate path: solid coaching, real playing opportunities, and the chance to develop without the pressure cooker environment of higher- tier programs. If that appeals to you, Embry-Riddle deserves a conversation. Before you reach out to a program at this level, make sure your game is where it needs to be. Florida Coastal Prep exists to help serious players close that gap, through elite training, academic support, and real exposure. Start at floridacoastalprep.com or /contact/.
Net price
$38,102/yr
Grad rate
69%
Enrollment
3,218
Full cost & outcomes
College Cost & Enrollment
Federal College Scorecard snapshot (retrieved 2026-11-04). Not a tuition quote.
Average net price: $38,102 / year
Net price by family income
- $0–$30,000
- $35,152 / year
- $30,001–$48,000
- $40,836 / year
- $48,001–$75,000
- $36,438 / year
- $75,001–$110,000
- $35,586 / year
- $110,001+
- $40,432 / year
More enrollment & tuition figures
- Undergraduate enrollment
- 3,218
- Average net price
- $38,102 / year
- Published tuition (in-state)
- $45,941 / year
- Published tuition (out-of-state)
- $45,941 / year
- Graduation rate
- 69%
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Great Southwest Athletic Conference Teams
| School | Location | Enrollment | Avg. net price |
|---|---|---|---|
Arizona Christian University
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Location Phoenix, AZ | Enrollment 1,165 | Avg. net price $36,720 |
| Benedictine University at Mesa View program → | Location Mesa, AZ | Enrollment — | Avg. net price — |
| Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University View program → | Location Prescott, AZ | Enrollment 3,218 | Avg. net price $38,102 |
Hope International University
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Location Fullerton, CA | Enrollment 564 | Avg. net price $31,029 |
La Sierra University
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Location Riverside, CA | Enrollment 1,116 | Avg. net price $22,767 |
Life Pacific University
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Location San Dimas, CA | Enrollment 456 | Avg. net price $26,892 |
| Ottawa University Arizona View program → | Location Surprise, AZ | Enrollment 836 | Avg. net price $36,118 |
| Park University Gilbert View program → | Location Gilbert, AZ | Enrollment — | Avg. net price — |
The Master's University
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Location Santa Clarita, CA | Enrollment 1,622 | Avg. net price $33,777 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University NAIA?
Yes, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University is an NAIA program in the Great Southwest Athletic Conference. This page lists division, conference, coach contacts, and recruiting context for Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University men's basketball.
What conference is Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in?
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University competes in the Great Southwest Athletic Conference for NAIA men's basketball.
What is the average net price at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University?
Federal College Scorecard data lists an average net price of $38,102 per year for students who received federal aid, after grants and scholarships. This is not a tuition quote.
What is undergraduate enrollment at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University?
College Scorecard reports approximately 3,218 undergraduate students. Confirm current enrollment on the school's official website.
How do I get recruited to Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University?
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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.