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Pursue Your Calling

Bushnell is a Christian university in Eugene, Oregon. We offer TBD+ bachelor’s and master’s degree programs, plus certificates and minors. Explore our on-campus, online and hybrid format academic programs.

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Explore Admissions + Financial Aid

Start the process of becoming a student at Bushnell by connecting with our helpful admissions team. We will meet you right where you are at, and support you through every step of the application process.

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Field Experience

Every traditional undergraduate student graduates with at least 135 hours of field experience.

12:1

Student-to-Faculty Ratio

Bushnell boasts a 12:1 student-to-faculty ratio to provide an enriched learning environment.

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Affordability

99% of traditional undergraduate students receive some form of financial aid.

83%

On-Campus

83% of Bushnell University’s first-year students live on campus as undergraduates.

6500+

Volunteer Hours

6500+ hours of community service given by Bushnell students, faculty and staff annually.

Happening at Bushnell

Explore the Beacon community—see our foundation of wisdom, faith and service in action.

Catch a glimpse of what your life could be like at Bushnell University by attending our Fall Beacon Preview Days! 🍂

Join us on campus on either Friday, October 9 or Saturday, November 7 to tour our campus in the heart of Eugene, OR, hear from current students about Bushnell community, and enjoy lunch as you connect  with our faculty and staff.

Register today at bushnell.edu/visit or click the link in our bio to save your spot!
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Flashback to ETC Day 2026 from last week!
 
Joining together for an afternoon of service, our Beacons supported more than 30 nonprofits, businesses, and churches throughout Eugene and Springfield. Embrace the Community Day gives us an opportunity to collectively pause as a university and connect with our community, while reminding us that serving others isn’t meant for just one day, but every day as Christ did.
Five years of consecutive enrollment growth and a new undergraduate enrollment record!
 
This fall, Bushnell University welcomed a record 603 undergraduate students, a 6% increase from last year, while overall enrollment grew to 796 students. Across the 2025–26 academic year, Bushnell’s 12-month enrollment reached 950+ students, an 18% increase since 2022. We also welcomed 326 new students to the Bushnell community for a 22% increase from last year!
 
We’re excited to see our community continue to grow! Read the full story and explore this year’s enrollment numbers on our website link in our bio!
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Beacon Stories

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Internship Insights: Avery Lenssen
Read how Bushnell senior Avery Lenssen gained real-world experience through her internship with One Hope, shaping her career goals and passion for disaster relief work.
Internship Insights: Avery Lenssen
We can't wait to welcome so many new faces to our Bushnell family this fall! ? Here's a just a few of our new Beacons!
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Undergraduate Admissions
Meet the Major with Mariah in Kinesiology – Exercise Science!
At Bushnell, our students have the opportunity to explore their interests and find their calling. Mariah shares her journey into Kinesiology and how her interest in athletics connects to her area of academic pursuit!
Undergraduate Admissions
Meet the Major with Mariah in Kinesiology – Exercise Science!
At Bushnell, our students have the opportunity to explore their interests and find their calling. Mariah shares her journey into Kinesiology and how her interest in athletics connects to her area of academic pursuit!
Undergraduate Admissions
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Next Steps

Interested in becoming a part of the Beacon community? We’re here to answer questions and help you see if Bushnell is right for you.