The 1957–58 NCAA University Division men's basketball season began in December 1957, progressed through the regular season and conference tournaments, and concluded with the 1958 NCAA University Division basketball tournament championship game on March 22, 1958, at Freedom Hall in Louisville, Kentucky.
The Kentucky Wildcats won their fourth NCAA national championship with an 84–72 victory over the Seattle Chieftains.
Beginning in 1957–58, the following rules changes were implemented: A total of 49 college teams played as University Division independents.
[26] Temple finished with a 4–0 record in head-to-head competition among the Philadelphia Big 5.
The Xavier Musketeers entered the National Invitation Tournament with a 15–11 record, but surprised the field, defeating fellow Ohio school Dayton 78–74 to win the NIT.