Head Coach
J.C. Isakson
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 | |
|---|---|---|
| J.C. Isakson | Head Coach | jc.isakson@umwestern.edu |
| Ryne Freeman | Assistant Coach | ryne.freeman@umwestern.edu |
| Gary Haverfield | Assistant Coach | gary.haverfield@umwestern.edu |
| Nate Schieffert | Athletic Trainer | nathan.schieffert@umwestern.edu |
About University of Montana Western Basketball
At Montana Western, basketball is built on relationships. Head coach Mike Larsen prioritizes knowing his players, their goals, their backgrounds, their character, and creates an environment where that personal connection translates into development on and off the court. In the Frontier Conference, you'll compete against schools that take NAIA basketball seriously, but what sets the Bulldog program apart is the accessibility and investment you receive as a student-athlete. The small-school advantage means you're not a number in a large system. Coaches know you, support you through academic challenges, and genuinely care about your trajectory beyond basketball. Your contributions matter immediately. Dillon offers a tight-knit community where athletes are valued on campus, and that sense of belonging extends into how the team operates, built on accountability, trust, and mutual respect. This program develops players who understand that college basketball is about growth: skill improvement, basketball IQ, mental toughness, and becoming a reliable teammate. Larsen's approach emphasizes the fundamentals and the culture you help build. If you're looking for a place where coaching is personal, where your development is the priority, and where you'll play meaningful minutes while earning a degree in a supportive setting, Montana Western offers exactly that. Coaches recruiting for programs like this one look for players who've been developed in serious environments. Florida Coastal Prep in Fort Walton Beach, FL prepares post-grad and high school athletes for exactly these conversations. Learn more at floridacoastalprep.com.
Net price
$19,481/yr
Grad rate
46%
Enrollment
1,198
Full cost & outcomes
College Cost & Enrollment
Federal College Scorecard snapshot (retrieved 2026-11-04). Not a tuition quote.
Average net price: $19,481 / year (in-state)
Net price by family income
- $0–$30,000
- $18,360 / year
- $30,001–$48,000
- $17,821 / year
- $48,001–$75,000
- $19,041 / year
- $75,001–$110,000
- $19,424 / year
- $110,001+
- $23,200 / year
More enrollment & tuition figures
- Undergraduate enrollment
- 1,198
- Average net price
- $19,481 / year (in-state)
- Published tuition (in-state)
- $7,131 / year
- Published tuition (out-of-state)
- $20,596 / year
- Graduation rate
- 46%
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Frontier Conference Teams
| School | Location | Enrollment | Avg. net price |
|---|---|---|---|
Bellevue University
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Location Bellevue, NE | Enrollment 10,220 | Avg. net price $11,743 |
Bismarck State College
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Location Bismarck, ND | Enrollment 2,839 | Avg. net price $9,531 |
Carroll College
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Location Helena, MT | Enrollment 1,092 | Avg. net price $26,295 |
Dakota State University
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Location Madison, SD | Enrollment 2,071 | Avg. net price $20,554 |
Dickinson State University
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Location Dickinson, ND | Enrollment 1,090 | Avg. net price $14,076 |
Mayville State University
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Location Mayville, ND | Enrollment 733 | Avg. net price $13,637 |
Montana State University-Northern
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Location Havre, MT | Enrollment 761 | Avg. net price $14,686 |
| Montana Technological University View program → | Location Butte, MT | Enrollment 1,480 | Avg. net price $17,205 |
Rocky Mountain College
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Location Billings, MT | Enrollment 840 | Avg. net price $21,679 |
University of Montana Western
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Location Dillon, MT | Enrollment 1,198 | Avg. net price $19,481 |
| University of Providence View program → | Location Great Falls, MT | Enrollment 528 | Avg. net price $21,492 |
Valley City State University
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Location Valley City, ND | Enrollment 958 | Avg. net price $13,748 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is University of Montana Western NAIA?
Yes, University of Montana Western is an NAIA program in the Frontier Conference. This page lists division, conference, coach contacts, and recruiting context for University of Montana Western men's basketball.
What conference is University of Montana Western in?
University of Montana Western competes in the Frontier Conference for NAIA men's basketball.
What is the average net price at University of Montana Western?
Federal College Scorecard data lists an average net price of $19,481 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 University of Montana Western?
College Scorecard reports approximately 1,198 undergraduate students. Confirm current enrollment on the school's official website.
How do I get recruited to University of Montana Western?
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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.