The term USC ATHLETE can be summarized as a student athlete at the University of Southern California, commonly referred to as the Trojans. The term 'Trojan' is a 6 letter word that is used to refer to the USC athletes. USC is a private research university located in Los Angeles, California and is one of the most prestigious universities in the United States. The USC athletic program is one of the most successful in the country, with numerous national championships in various sports.