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Troy University Football

Troy University (Troy) · Troy, Alabama · Public university

Acceptance rate96%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate50%finish within six years
Undergraduates13,658Large (>10,000)
Student-to-faculty16 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

Troy University Football coaches

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

Gerad ParkerHead Coach
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Chris BooneOutside Linebackers - Assistant Head Coach of Defense
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Re'quan BoyetteRunning Backs - Assistant Head Coach of Offense
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Offensive Coordinator - QuarterbacksSign up to see name
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CornerbacksSign up to see name
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Offensive LineSign up to see name
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Assistant - DefenseSign up to see name
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Assistant QuarterbacksSign up to see name
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Defensive Coordinator - SafetiesSign up to see name
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Tight EndsSign up to see name
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Assistant - Special TeamsSign up to see name
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Wide ReceiversSign up to see name
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Assistant - OffenseSign up to see name
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Director of Player PersonnelSign up to see name
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Defensive Line - Defensive Run Game CoordinatorSign up to see name
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Director of ScoutingSign up to see name
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Offensive Line - Run Game CoordinatorSign up to see name
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Assistant - OffenseSign up to see name
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Assistant - DefenseSign up to see name
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Assistant - On-Campus RecruitingSign up to see name
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Assistant - RecruitingSign up to see name
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Co-Defensive Coordinator - Inside LinebackersSign up to see name
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Director of Strength and PerformanceSign up to see name
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Assistant - VideoSign up to see name
General ManagerSign up to see name
Assistant - EquipmentSign up to see name
Analyst - DefenseSign up to see name
Senior Director of Football Operations & EquipmentSign up to see name
Director of Football VideoSign up to see name
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Athletics

The program

Where Troy University competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division I
Conference
Sun Belt Conference
Program level
Recognized
Athletics site
troytrojans.com
Academics

How you compare

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

SATMiddle 50%: 940–1210
ACTMiddle 50%: 18–25

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Popular majors

AccountingAnthropology, GeneralArt/Art Studies, GeneralBiological and Physical SciencesBiology/Biological Sciences, GeneralBusiness Administration and Management, GeneralBusiness/Managerial Economics
Test policy
Considered but not Required
Student-to-faculty
16 : 1
Graduation rate
50% in six years
Costs

What it costs

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

In-state tuitionFor Alabama residents$10,176
Out-of-state tuition$20,352
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$12,842
Campus

Where it is

Troy University in Troy.

Location
Troy, Alabama
Type
Public
Religious affiliation
Not Religiously Affiliated
Time zone
Central
Website
troy.edu
Overview

About Troy University Football

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Gerad Parker, the Head Coach, leads the Troy University Football staff of 36 coaches, verified November 2026. Troy University (Troy) competes in NCAA Division I Football as a member of the Sun Belt Conference. Under NCAA rules, Division I football coaches can start private messages and calls on September 1 of junior year. Troy University is a large public school in Troy, Alabama with 13,658 undergraduates, a 96% acceptance rate and an average net price of $12,842 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by Troy University Football

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

  1. Find the right coachEmail Gerad Parker, the Head Coach and Chris Boone, the Outside Linebackers - Assistant Head Coach of Defense. Troy University has 36 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 Gerad can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Troy University typically score 940–1210 on the SAT and 18–25 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 Troy University staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.

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Questions

Troy University Football FAQ

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

Is Troy University D1?

Yes. Troy University competes in NCAA Division I Football, in the Sun Belt Conference.

Is Troy University public or private?

Troy University is a public school in Troy, Alabama.

What conference is Troy University Football in?

The Sun Belt Conference.

Does Troy University offer athletic scholarships for Football?

Troy University 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 Troy University Football have?

36 coaches, led by Gerad Parker, the Head Coach.

Who is the head coach of Troy University Football?

Gerad Parker is the Head Coach.

When can Troy University Football coaches contact recruits?

Under NCAA rules, Division I football coaches can start private messages and calls on September 1 of junior year. You can email the coaches yourself at any age. Rules change, so check your sport's current NCAA recruiting calendar.

Can you walk on to Troy University Football?

It depends on roster space each year. The best way to find out is to email the coaches with your stats and highlights and ask about walk-on spots.

How much does Troy University cost?

In-state tuition is $10,176 and out-of-state tuition is $20,352 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $12,842.

What is the Troy University acceptance rate?

96% of applicants are admitted.

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

Admitted students typically score 940–1210 on the SAT and 18–25 on the ACT.

How do I contact the Troy 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 November 2026