Northwestern vs USC
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USC leads the series · Northwestern on a 6-game losing run.
| Season | Site | Result | Score | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | USC win | Los Angeles | L | 17-38 |
| 1995 * | USC win | Neutral | L | 32-41 |
| 1969 | USC win | Los Angeles | L | 6-48 |
| 1968 | USC win | Evanston | L | 7-24 |
| 1954 | USC win | Evanston | L | 7-12 |
| 1952 | USC win | Los Angeles | L | 0-31 |
* postseason meeting
The head-to-head series, every meeting on record since 1952.
See the Northwestern vs USC rivalry breakdown for by-decade splits, trends and the next meeting.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the all-time record between Northwestern and USC?
Northwestern is 0-6 against USC across 6 meetings on record since 1952. USC leads the series.
When did Northwestern last play USC?
They last met in 2025, a 17-38 loss for Northwestern.