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Bushnell University

Bushnell University

Eugene, OR · City · 517 students
4
Year
Private Non-profit
City
Small (<3k)
Accredited by Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities
About

Bushnell University, a private Christian institution in Eugene, Oregon, is best known for its tight-knit, Christ-centered community that seamlessly integrates faith with rigorous learning. The university excels in career-focused preparation, boasting highly regarded programs in nursing, business, teacher education, and clinical mental health counseling. On campus, students experience a supportive, relationship-driven culture anchored by weekly chapel services, local community service, and competitive NAIA athletics. What truly sets Bushnell apart is its unique "crosstown" partnership with the neighboring University of Oregon, which allows students to enjoy the resources of a major research institution—including taking select UO classes and joining their marching band—while benefiting from Bushnell’s intimate, mentoring environment.


Wikipedia:Bushnell University is a private Christian university in Eugene, Oregon, United States. It is historically affiliated with the Christian churches and churches of Christ.

Location
Eugene, OR, 97401-3745 · City campus
Nearest airport from college
PDX · Portland
109 mi away
Cost
Cost of attendance
$47,143
Avg net price
$20,789
Room & board
$11,300
Tuition
$35,800
Books & supplies
$1,050/yr
Average net price by family income
$0–30k
$17,924
$30–48k
$21,033
$48–75k
$12,656
$75–110k
$22,084
$110k+
$23,361
Admissions
Admit rate
67%
Test policy
Test optional
SAT average
1020
ACT midpoint
18
Composite 1820
English 1819
Math 1516

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Essay Requirements

Bushnell University accepts the Common Application. All Common App schools require the personal statement essay. Some schools also require supplemental essays — check the school's page on Common App for current prompts and word limits.

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Outcomes
Graduation rate
59%
4-yr on-time completion
53%
1st-yr retention
76%
Transfer-out rate
34%
8-year outcomes
Graduated
56%
Transferred
29%
Still enrolled
0%
Dropped out / unknown
15%
Median earnings (6yr)
$43,484
Median earnings (10yr)
$53,623
Median debt
$23,500
Monthly loan payment
$249
Debt range (25th–75th)
$8,110$26,000
Debt (90th percentile)
$33,250
Student Body
Men 46%Women 54%
12
:
1
Student : Faculty ratio
Students   Faculty
Pell grant recipients
33%
First-generation
35%
Median family income
$45,289
Independent students
51%
Avg age at entry
27.0
Part-time students
11%
Race & ethnicity
White
60%
Hispanic
17%
Black
3%
Asian
3%
Two or more
9%
Non-resident
4%
AI/AN
1%
NH/PI
1%
Unknown
2%
Programs & Earnings
Bachelor's degrees by annual completions · 4yr national median earnings
Median earnings for graduates across all programs
6 years after entry
$43,484
10 years after entry
$53,623
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing19
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other18
Psychology, General13
Business/Commerce, General10
Business Administration, Management and Operations10
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods8
Physiology, Pathology and Related Sciences6
Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology6
Biology, General5
Mathematics5
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness4
Pastoral Counseling and Specialized Ministries3
Accounting and Related Services3
Marketing3
Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other3
Communication and Media Studies2
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Institutional
Endowment
$20M
Classification
Master's (Small)
Undergraduate profile
Four-year, inclusive admissions
Full-time faculty
100%
Avg faculty salary
$6,083/mo
Instructional spend/student
$6,850
Federal loan rate
61%

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