Head Coach
Mark Hester
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Basketball Staff Contacts
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About Indiana University East Basketball
Indiana University East basketball under Mark Hester has built something real, a program that develops players who understand what it means to compete in the River States Conference. This isn't about inflated promises; it's about a coach who invests in your growth both on and off the court. Hester has created a culture where players thrive because they're challenged daily to improve their game and represent the university with integrity. Playing at IU East means joining a community that values your contribution. Richmond, Indiana provides the kind of environment where you're not just another roster name, coaches know you, staff supports you, and your development directly impacts team success. The River States Conference offers legitimate competition that prepares you for whatever comes next, whether that's a four-year transfer, professional opportunities, or life beyond basketball. What separates IU East is the commitment to education paired with competitive basketball. You'll play meaningful minutes, develop skills under experienced coaching, and earn a degree from a respected institution. The program attracts players who take both seriously. If you've worked to reach this level and want to play for a coach who believes in you, IU East offers the opportunity to prove yourself in a program built on merit and accountability. 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/.
Net price
$9,117/yr
Grad rate
41%
Enrollment
2,589
Full cost & outcomes
College Cost & Enrollment
Federal College Scorecard snapshot (retrieved 2026-11-04). Not a tuition quote.
Average net price: $9,117 / year (in-state)
Net price by family income
- $0–$30,000
- $6,611 / year
- $30,001–$48,000
- $6,171 / year
- $48,001–$75,000
- $8,143 / year
- $75,001–$110,000
- $12,662 / year
- $110,001+
- $16,002 / year
More enrollment & tuition figures
- Undergraduate enrollment
- 2,589
- Average net price
- $9,117 / year (in-state)
- Published tuition (in-state)
- $8,424 / year
- Published tuition (out-of-state)
- $23,032 / year
- Graduation rate
- 41%
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
River States Conference Teams
| School | Location | Enrollment | Avg. net price |
|---|---|---|---|
Brescia University
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Location Owensboro, KY | Enrollment 545 | Avg. net price $14,909 |
| Indiana University East View program → | Location Richmond, IN | Enrollment 2,589 | Avg. net price $9,117 |
Indiana University Kokomo
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Location Kokomo, IN | Enrollment 2,352 | Avg. net price $5,707 |
Indiana University Southeast
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Location New Albany, IN | Enrollment 3,170 | Avg. net price $10,026 |
Kentucky Christian University
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Location Grayson, KY | Enrollment 429 | Avg. net price $25,469 |
Midway University
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Location Midway, KY | Enrollment 1,262 | Avg. net price $29,981 |
Oakland City University
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Location Oakland City, IN | Enrollment 499 | Avg. net price $15,557 |
Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College
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Location Saint Mary's, IN | Enrollment 853 | Avg. net price $22,507 |
University of Rio Grande
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Location Rio Grande, OH | Enrollment 1,400 | Avg. net price $25,227 |
West Virginia University Institute of Technology
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Location Beckley, WV | Enrollment 981 | Avg. net price $14,942 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Indiana University East NAIA?
Yes, Indiana University East is an NAIA program in the River States Conference. This page lists division, conference, coach contacts, and recruiting context for Indiana University East men's basketball.
What conference is Indiana University East in?
Indiana University East competes in the River States Conference for NAIA men's basketball.
What is the average net price at Indiana University East?
Federal College Scorecard data lists an average net price of $9,117 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 Indiana University East?
College Scorecard reports approximately 2,589 undergraduate students. Confirm current enrollment on the school's official website.
How do I get recruited to Indiana University East?
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.
Build the Profile Indiana University East Coaches Want to See
Coaches at NAIA programs aren't just looking for talent. They're looking for the right film, academic eligibility, and competitive résumé. FCP gives you all three, structured around the evaluation standards that programs like Indiana University East use every recruiting cycle.
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.