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University of Southern California Women's Cross Country

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 Women's Cross Country coaches

Coaches at University of Southern California who recruit Women's Cross Country, head coach first.

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 Women's Cross Country

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Quincy Watts, the Director of Track & Field and Cross Country, leads the University of Southern California Women's Cross Country staff of 7 coaches. University of Southern California (USC) competes in NCAA Division I Women's Cross Country as a member of the Big Ten Conference. 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 Women's Cross Country

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

  1. Find the right coachEmail Quincy Watts, the Director of Track & Field and Cross Country and Brenton Emanuel, the Assistant Coach - Sprints and Hurdles. University of Southern California has 7 coaches for Women's Cross Country, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
  2. Lead with your numbersPut your 5K or 3-mile PRs and your 1600m and 3200m times 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 links to verified results on Athletic.net or MileSplit, with the link near the top so Quincy 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 race with updated results.
Questions

University of Southern California Women's Cross Country 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 Women's Cross Country, 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 Women's Cross Country in?

The Big Ten Conference.

Does University of Southern California offer athletic scholarships for Women's Cross Country?

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 Women's Cross Country have?

7 coaches, led by Quincy Watts, the Director of Track & Field and Cross Country.

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 Women's Cross Country 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.