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University of Southern California Football

University of Southern California (USC) · Los Angeles, California · Private nonprofit university

Acceptance rate10%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate92%finish within six years
Undergraduates46,566Large (>10,000)
Student-to-faculty9 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

University of Southern California Football coaches

Coaches at University of Southern California who recruit Men's Football, head coach first.

Anthony Jones Jr.Assistant Head Coach for Offense - Running Backs Coach
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Dennis SimmonsAssistant Head Coach - Co-Offensive Coordinator - Wide Receivers Coach
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Rob RyanAssistant Head Coach for Defense
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C. & J. Elerding Head Football CoachName shown after you sign up
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Athletics

The program

Where University of Southern California competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division I
Conference
Big Ten Conference
Program level
Elite Program
Athletics site
usctrojans.com
Academics

How you compare

The middle 50% of admitted students score inside the blue band. Test policy: Considered but not Required.

SATMiddle 50%: 1450–1550
ACTMiddle 50%: 32–35

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Popular majors

ActingAdvanced Legal Research/Studies, GeneralAerospace, Aeronautical, and Astronautical/Space Engineering, GeneralAfrican-American/Black StudiesAmerican/United States Studies/CivilizationAnimation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics, and Special EffectsAnthropology, General
Test policy
Considered but not Required
Student-to-faculty
9 : 1
Graduation rate
92% in six years
Costs

What it costs

Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.

TuitionOne rate for all students$69,904
Campus

Where it is

University of Southern California in Los Angeles.

Location
Los Angeles, California
Type
Private Non-Profit
Religious affiliation
Not Religiously Affiliated
Time zone
Pacific
Website
usc.edu
Overview

About University of Southern California Football

How the program competes and what the school is like.

University of Southern California (USC) competes in NCAA Division I Football as a member of the Big Ten Conference. The program has 55 coaches on staff, led by the C. & J. Elerding Head Football Coach. University of Southern California is a large private school in Los Angeles, California with 46,566 undergraduates, a 10% acceptance rate.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by University of Southern California Football

What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.

  1. Find the right coachEmail Anthony Jones Jr., the Assistant Head Coach for Offense - Running Backs Coach and Dennis Simmons, the Assistant Head Coach - Co-Offensive Coordinator - Wide Receivers Coach. University of Southern California has 55 coaches for Football, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
  2. Lead with your numbersPut your position, height and weight, 40-yard dash and key stats in the subject line and first sentences. Division I coaches recruit early and compare you against national results, so verified numbers matter.
  3. Send your videoInclude a Hudl highlight video with your best plays first, with the link near the top so the coach can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitAdmitted students at University of Southern California typically score 1450–1550 on the SAT and 32–35 on the ACT, and testing is considered but not required. Mention your GPA and intended major.
  5. Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the University of Southern California staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.
Questions

University of Southern California Football FAQ

Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.

Is University of Southern California D1?

Yes. University of Southern California competes in NCAA Division I Football, in the Big Ten Conference.

Is University of Southern California public or private?

University of Southern California is a private nonprofit school in Los Angeles, California.

What conference is University of Southern California Football in?

The Big Ten Conference.

Does University of Southern California offer athletic scholarships for Football?

University of Southern California 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 California Football have?

55 coaches, led by the C. & J. Elerding Head Football Coach.

How much does University of Southern California cost?

In-state tuition is $69,904 and out-of-state tuition is $69,904 a year.

What is the University of Southern California acceptance rate?

10% of applicants are admitted.

What SAT or ACT score do you need for University of Southern California?

Admitted students typically score 1450–1550 on the SAT and 32–35 on the ACT.

How do I contact the University of Southern California Football 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.

Coaching staff verified September 2026