Head Coach
Roman Gentry
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 | |
|---|---|---|
| Roman Gentry | Head Men's Basketball Coach | rgentry@peru.edu |
About Peru State College Basketball
Peru State competes at the NAIA level in the Heart of America Athletic Conference, offering genuine playing time and development opportunities for guards and forwards willing to put in consistent work. This program suits players who understand they're building a foundation rather than stepping into a Power Five system, and who value real minutes over roster depth. Head coach Robert Ludwig runs a program that focuses on player development and academic support. Peru State expects contributors who arrive ready to compete immediately, whether that means backcourt depth, interior presence, or perimeter versatility. The campus provides a small-school environment where athletes aren't hidden on the bench; coaches know every player's progress and can tailor development paths accordingly. NAIA basketball also means eligibility flexibility and realistic pathways to professional opportunities or graduate programs. Players who develop here often transfer up or leverage their film for post-college opportunities. The conference offers consistent competition and tournament possibilities that matter for player growth. Peru State basketball requires self-directed athletes who don't need constant motivation, players who understand that competing at this level demands professionalism about training, conditioning, and film study. It's an honest assessment of what the program is: a legitimate basketball environment where you'll play, develop, and be part of a team. 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
$10,005/yr
Grad rate
37%
Enrollment
1,092
Full cost & outcomes
College Cost & Enrollment
Federal College Scorecard snapshot (retrieved 2026-11-04). Not a tuition quote.
Average net price: $10,005 / year (in-state)
Net price by family income
- $0–$30,000
- $9,332 / year
- $30,001–$48,000
- $6,800 / year
- $48,001–$75,000
- $6,907 / year
- $75,001–$110,000
- $10,821 / year
- $110,001+
- $15,311 / year
More enrollment & tuition figures
- Undergraduate enrollment
- 1,092
- Average net price
- $10,005 / year (in-state)
- Published tuition (in-state)
- $8,640 / year
- Published tuition (out-of-state)
- $8,640 / year
- Graduation rate
- 37%
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 Peru State College NAIA?
Yes, Peru State College is an NAIA program in the Heart of America Athletic Conference. This page lists division, conference, coach contacts, and recruiting context for Peru State College men's basketball.
What conference is Peru State College in?
Peru State College competes in the Heart of America Athletic Conference for NAIA men's basketball.
What is the average net price at Peru State College?
Federal College Scorecard data lists an average net price of $10,005 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 Peru State College?
College Scorecard reports approximately 1,092 undergraduate students. Confirm current enrollment on the school's official website.
How do I get recruited to Peru State 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.