University of Southern Mississippi Men's Basketball
University of Southern Mississippi (USM) · Hattiesburg, Mississippi · Public university
University of Southern Mississippi Men's Basketball coaches
Coaches at University of Southern Mississippi who recruit Men's Basketball, head coach first.
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The program
Where University of Southern Mississippi competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NCAA
- Division
- Division I
- Conference
- Sun Belt Conference
- Program level
- Recognized
- Athletics site
- southernmiss.com
How you compare
The middle 50% of admitted students score inside the blue band. Test policy: Required.
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Popular majors
- Test policy
- Required
- Student-to-faculty
- 18 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 49% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
University of Southern Mississippi in Hattiesburg.
- Location
- Hattiesburg, Mississippi
- Type
- Public
- Religious affiliation
- Not Religiously Affiliated
- Time zone
- Central
- Website
- usm.edu
About University of Southern Mississippi Men's Basketball
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Jay Ladner, the Head Coach, leads the University of Southern Mississippi Men's Basketball staff of 11 coaches, verified September 2026. University of Southern Mississippi (USM) competes in NCAA Division I Men's Basketball as a member of the Sun Belt Conference. University of Southern Mississippi is a large public school in Hattiesburg, Mississippi with 13,170 undergraduates, a 99% acceptance rate and an average net price of $15,095 a year after aid.
How to get recruited by University of Southern Mississippi Men's Basketball
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Jay Ladner, the Head Coach and Ben Mandelbaum, the Assistant Coach. University of Southern Mississippi has 11 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 I coaches recruit early and compare you against national results, so verified numbers matter.
- Send your videoInclude a 3–5 minute highlight video from varsity or club games, with the link near the top so Jay can watch without scrolling.
- Show the academic fitAdmitted students at University of Southern Mississippi typically score 20–29 on the ACT, and testing is required. Mention your GPA and intended major.
- Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the University of Southern Mississippi staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.
University of Southern Mississippi Men's Basketball FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is University of Southern Mississippi D1?
Yes. University of Southern Mississippi competes in NCAA Division I Men's Basketball, in the Sun Belt Conference.
Is University of Southern Mississippi public or private?
University of Southern Mississippi is a public school in Hattiesburg, Mississippi.
What conference is University of Southern Mississippi Men's Basketball in?
The Sun Belt Conference.
Does University of Southern Mississippi offer athletic scholarships for Men's Basketball?
University of Southern Mississippi competes in NCAA Division I, where programs can offer athletic scholarships. The number and size of awards vary, so ask the coaches directly.
How many coaches does University of Southern Mississippi Men's Basketball have?
11 coaches, led by Jay Ladner, the Head Coach.
How much does University of Southern Mississippi cost?
In-state tuition is $9,888 and out-of-state tuition is $11,888 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $15,095.
What is the University of Southern Mississippi acceptance rate?
99% of applicants are admitted.
What SAT or ACT score do you need for University of Southern Mississippi?
Admitted students typically score 20–29 on the ACT.
How do I contact the University of Southern Mississippi Men's Basketball coaches?
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Admissions, cost and enrollment figures come from the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS), latest year available.