Ferrum College Men's Basketball
Ferrum College (FC) · Ferrum, Virginia · Private nonprofit university
Ferrum College Men's Basketball coaches
Coaches at Ferrum College who recruit Men's Basketball, head coach first.
The program
Where Ferrum College competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NCAA
- Division
- Division III
- Conference
- Old Dominion Athletic Conference
- Program level
- Somewhat Recognized
- Athletics site
- ferrumpanthers.com
How you compare
The middle 50% of admitted students score inside the blue band. Test policy: Considered but not Required.
Popular majors
- Test policy
- Considered but not Required
- Student-to-faculty
- 11 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 32% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
Ferrum College in Ferrum.
- Location
- Ferrum, Virginia
- Type
- Private Non-Profit
- Religious affiliation
- United Methodist
- Time zone
- Eastern
- Website
- ferrum.edu
About Ferrum College Men's Basketball
How the program competes and what the school is like.
James Johnson, the Head Men's Basketball Coach, leads the Ferrum College Men's Basketball staff of 3 coaches, verified October 2026. Ferrum College (FC) competes in NCAA Division III Men's Basketball as a member of the Old Dominion Athletic Conference. Under NCAA rules, Division III coaches can call and message recruits at any time. Ferrum College is a small private school in Ferrum, Virginia with 763 undergraduates, a 89% acceptance rate and an average net price of $22,521 a year after aid.
How to get recruited by Ferrum College Men's Basketball
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail James Johnson, the Head Men's Basketball Coach and Alex Birge, the Assistant Men's Basketball Coach. Ferrum College has 3 coaches for Men's Basketball, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
- Lead with your numbersPut your position, height, wingspan and per-game stats in the subject line and first sentences. Division III programs don't offer athletic scholarships, so add your GPA and intended major too.
- Send your videoInclude a 3–5 minute highlight video from varsity or club games, with the link near the top so James can watch without scrolling.
- Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Ferrum College typically score 900 – 1110 on the SAT, and testing is considered but not required. Mention your GPA and intended major.
- Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the Ferrum College staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.
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Email Coach JamesHow basketball recruiting works on AthleticScholar →Ferrum College Men's Basketball FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is Ferrum College D3?
Yes. Ferrum College competes in NCAA Division III Men's Basketball, in the Old Dominion Athletic Conference.
Is Ferrum College public or private?
Ferrum College is a private nonprofit school in Ferrum, Virginia.
What conference is Ferrum College Men's Basketball in?
The Old Dominion Athletic Conference.
Does Ferrum College offer athletic scholarships for Men's Basketball?
No. NCAA Division III schools don't offer athletic scholarships, but athletes can receive academic and need-based aid.
How many coaches does Ferrum College Men's Basketball have?
3 coaches, led by James Johnson, the Head Men's Basketball Coach.
Who is the head coach of Ferrum College Men's Basketball?
James Johnson is the Head Men's Basketball Coach.
When can Ferrum College Men's Basketball coaches contact recruits?
Under NCAA rules, Division III coaches can call and message recruits at any time. You can email the coaches yourself at any age. Rules change, so check your sport's current NCAA recruiting calendar.
Can you walk on to Ferrum College Men's Basketball?
It depends on roster space each year. The best way to find out is to email the coaches with your stats and highlights and ask about walk-on spots.
How much does Ferrum College cost?
In-state tuition is $27,370 and out-of-state tuition is $27,370 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $22,521.
What is the Ferrum College acceptance rate?
89% of applicants are admitted.
What SAT or ACT score do you need for Ferrum College?
Admitted students typically score 900 – 1110 on the SAT.
How do I contact the Ferrum College Men's Basketball coaches?
Start a free 7-day AthleticScholar trial to see each coach's email and send a personal message from your own Gmail, with follow-ups until they reply.
Admissions, cost and enrollment figures come from the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS), latest year available.
