Head Coach
John Henry
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Basketball Staff Contacts
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About William Penn University Basketball
William Penn University offers a clear pathway for serious student-athletes who want meaningful playing time and genuine development. Located in Oskaloosa, Iowa, the Mustangs compete in the Heart of America Athletic Conference at the NAIA level, where Head Coach John Henry builds programs around player progression rather than shortcuts. Here's the practical reality: you'll compete against quality opponents, receive substantial court time as a freshman or transfer, and develop your game in a structured environment. The degree carries real value from an accredited institution, and the NAIA platform provides legitimate exposure to scouts and professional opportunities. Many players use William Penn as a launching point, either to rise within the NAIA, transfer to NCAA Division II or III programs with demonstrated improvement, or position themselves for post-college basketball opportunities. Coach Henry emphasizes skill development and basketball IQ. Players who commit to the system typically see measurable improvement in their game. The conference schedule is competitive enough to test you without being a dead-end athletically. You'll also benefit from the cost efficiency of NAIA tuition compared to many four-year institutions. What matters most: you need to arrive ready to contribute and coachable enough to grow. This isn't a program that carries players, it's one that develops them. 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
$23,749/yr
Grad rate
38%
Enrollment
1,301
Full cost & outcomes
College Cost & Enrollment
Federal College Scorecard snapshot (retrieved 2026-11-04). Not a tuition quote.
Average net price: $23,749 / year
Net price by family income
- $0–$30,000
- $22,112 / year
- $30,001–$48,000
- $21,527 / year
- $48,001–$75,000
- $20,097 / year
- $75,001–$110,000
- $24,268 / year
- $110,001+
- $27,168 / year
More enrollment & tuition figures
- Undergraduate enrollment
- 1,301
- Average net price
- $23,749 / year
- Published tuition (in-state)
- $30,800 / year
- Published tuition (out-of-state)
- $30,800 / year
- Graduation rate
- 38%
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Heart of America Athletic Conference Teams
| School | Location | Enrollment | Avg. net price |
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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 William Penn University NAIA?
Yes, William Penn University is an NAIA program in the Heart of America Athletic Conference. This page lists division, conference, coach contacts, and recruiting context for William Penn University men's basketball.
What conference is William Penn University in?
William Penn University competes in the Heart of America Athletic Conference for NAIA men's basketball.
What is the average net price at William Penn University?
Federal College Scorecard data lists an average net price of $23,749 per year for students who received federal aid, after grants and scholarships. This is not a tuition quote.
What is undergraduate enrollment at William Penn University?
College Scorecard reports approximately 1,301 undergraduate students. Confirm current enrollment on the school's official website.
How do I get recruited to William Penn University?
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.
Don't Wait to Start Your Path to William Penn University
Every month without structured development is a month where other recruits are improving their film, clearing eligibility, and building coach relationships. FCP players don't wait. They arrive at NAIA evaluations already prepared for what programs like William Penn University require.
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.