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Vaughn College Men's Basketball

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Vaughn College

· Men's Basketball

Ricky McCollum

Head Coach

Head Coach

Ricky McCollum

ricky.mccollum@vaughn.edu

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About Vaughn College Basketball

Vaughn College basketball rewards players who embrace the grind. Head coach Ricky McCollum has built a program in the USCAA Independent that prioritizes development, resilience, and individual growth, the kind of foundation that transforms players into competitors. Here, you're not just filling a roster spot; you're joining a community that believes in your trajectory. Competing at the USCAA level means facing opponents who take the game seriously, which creates real opportunities for meaningful minutes and authentic impact. Vaughn's program invests in players willing to prove themselves through work ethic and coachability. You'll develop fundamentals, build strength, and earn respect, the things that translate to your next level, whether that's professional basketball or life beyond the court. The New York location connects you to a vibrant basketball ecosystem. You'll train and compete in a region with deep basketball culture, exposure to scouts, and a network that extends far beyond campus. Coach McCollum's approach emphasizes accountability and personal ownership; players here know their effort determines their opportunity. This is for recruits who want to compete at a serious program without compromising academics or personal development. If you're ready to prove yourself and contribute to something meaningful, Vaughn offers the platform. 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/.

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Net price

$37,598/yr

Grad rate

43%

Enrollment

1,302

Full cost & outcomes

College Cost & Enrollment

Federal College Scorecard snapshot (retrieved 2026-11-04). Not a tuition quote.

Average net price: $37,598 / year

Net price by family income

$0–$30,000
$36,915 / year
$30,001–$48,000
$36,813 / year
$48,001–$75,000
$38,972 / year
$75,001–$110,000
$40,300 / year
More enrollment & tuition figures
Undergraduate enrollment
1,302
Average net price
$37,598 / year
Published tuition (in-state)
$30,822 / year
Published tuition (out-of-state)
$30,822 / year
Graduation rate
43%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.

USCAA Independent Teams

USCAA Independent men's basketball programs
School Location Enrollment Avg. net price
Albany College of Pharmacy & Health Sciences View program → Location Albany, NY Enrollment 481 Avg. net price $28,425
Andrews University View program → Location Berrien Springs, MI Enrollment 1,224 Avg. net price $29,164
Atlantis University View program → Location Miami, FL Enrollment 330 Avg. net price $18,935
Berkeley College View program → Location Woodland Park, NJ Enrollment 1,778 Avg. net price $16,902
Berkeley College - New York View program → Location New York, NY Enrollment 1,449 Avg. net price $32,052
Bryant & Stratton College - Ohio View program → Location Columbus, OH Enrollment 624 Avg. net price $12,704
California Mirimar University View program → Location San Diego, CA Enrollment 135 Avg. net price $15,988
Christendom College View program → Location Shenandoah Shores, VA Enrollment — Avg. net price —
Crown College View program → Location Powell, TN Enrollment — Avg. net price —
Culinary Institute of America View program → Location Town of Hyde Park, NY Enrollment 3,011 Avg. net price $34,731
East-West University View program → Location Chicago, IL Enrollment 468 Avg. net price $18,499
Five Towns College View program → Location Dix Hills, NY Enrollment 547 Avg. net price $21,094
Florida National University View program → Location Hialeah, FL Enrollment 2,449 Avg. net price $22,575
John Melvin Christian College - Louisiana View program → Location Pensacola, LA Enrollment — Avg. net price —
Johnson & Wales University Charlotte View program → Location Charlotte, NC Enrollment 1,184 Avg. net price $26,258
Mid Atlantic Christian University View program → Location Elizabeth City, NC Enrollment 132 Avg. net price $19,001
Navajo Technical University View program → Location Crownpoint, NM Enrollment 1,124 Avg. net price $5,719
Southeastern Illinois College View program → Location Harrisburg, IL Enrollment 680 Avg. net price $14,233
Stanton University View program → Location Anaheim, CA Enrollment — Avg. net price —
The Apprentice School View program → Location Newport News, VA Enrollment — Avg. net price —
The King's College-NYC View program → Location Chicago, NY Enrollment — Avg. net price —
Trinity College of Florida View program → Location Trinity, FL Enrollment 148 Avg. net price $15,479
United International College View program → Location Dania Beach, FL Enrollment 113 Avg. net price —
Vaughn College View program → Location New York, NY Enrollment 1,302 Avg. net price $37,598
Word of Life Bible Institute View program → Location Pottersville, NY Enrollment 489 Avg. net price $12,489
All USCAA Independent programs →

The Commitment Vaughn College Respects

USCAA coaches at programs like Vaughn College extend offers to players who show commitment: to their development, their academics, and the process. FCP gives you the structure to demonstrate that commitment in every metric a coach evaluates.

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.

Program data maintained by the Florida Coastal Prep coaching staff. Last updated August 2026.

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