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Brown University (Brown) · Providence, Rhode Island · Private nonprofit university

Acceptance rate5%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate96%finish within six years
Undergraduates11,956Large (>10,000)
Student-to-faculty6 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

Brown University Football coaches

Coaches at Brown University who recruit Men's Football, head coach first.

Athletics

The program

Where Brown University competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division I
Conference
Ivy Group
Program level
Recognized
Athletics site
brownbears.com
Academics

How you compare

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

SATMiddle 50%: 1510–1580
ACTMiddle 50%: 34–35

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Popular majors

African StudiesAmerican Indian/Native American StudiesAmerican/United States Studies/CivilizationAnthropology, GeneralApplied Mathematics, GeneralArcheologyArchitecture
Test policy
Considered but not Required
Student-to-faculty
6 : 1
Graduation rate
96% in six years
Costs

What it costs

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

TuitionOne rate for all students$68,612
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$26,608
Campus

Where it is

Brown University in Providence.

Location
Providence, Rhode Island
Type
Private Non-Profit
Religious affiliation
Not Religiously Affiliated
Time zone
Eastern
Website
brown.edu
Overview

About Brown University Football

How the program competes and what the school is like.

James Perry, the Head Coach, leads the Brown University Football staff of 16 coaches, verified September 2026. Brown University (Brown) competes in NCAA Division I Football as a member of the Ivy Group. Brown University is a large private school in Providence, Rhode Island with 11,956 undergraduates, a 5% acceptance rate and an average net price of $26,608 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by Brown University Football

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

  1. Find the right coachEmail James Perry, the Head Coach and Dan Mulrooney, the Associate Head Coach - Defensive Coordinator. Brown University has 16 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 James can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Brown University typically score 1510–1580 on the SAT and 34–35 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 Brown University staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.
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Questions

Brown University Football FAQ

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

Is Brown University D1?

Yes. Brown University competes in NCAA Division I Football, in the Ivy Group.

Is Brown University public or private?

Brown University is a private nonprofit school in Providence, Rhode Island.

What conference is Brown University Football in?

The Ivy Group.

Does Brown University offer athletic scholarships for Football?

No. Ivy League schools don't offer athletic scholarships. Financial aid is need-based.

How many coaches does Brown University Football have?

16 coaches, led by James Perry, the Head Coach.

How much does Brown University cost?

In-state tuition is $68,612 and out-of-state tuition is $68,612 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $26,608.

What is the Brown University acceptance rate?

5% of applicants are admitted.

What SAT or ACT score do you need for Brown University?

Admitted students typically score 1510–1580 on the SAT and 34–35 on the ACT.

How do I contact the Brown University 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