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Bushnell is a Christian university in Eugene, Oregon. We offer 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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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.

100%

Field Experience

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

15:1

Student-to-Faculty Ratio

Bushnell boasts a 15:1 student-to-faculty ratio to provide an enriched learning environment.

99%

Affordability

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

77%

On-Campus

77% of Bushnell University’s first-year students live on campus as undergraduates.

10000+

Volunteer Hours

10000+ hours of community service given by Bushnell students, faculty and staff annually.

Happening at Bushnell

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

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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
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Staff Spotlight: Jennifer Little, M.A.
Campus Minister Jennifer “Jen” Little creates space for students to breathe, ask honest questions, and grow in faith as they discover who God is calling them to become.
Staff Spotlights: Jennifer Little, M.A.
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Internship Insights: Jah’Lin Green
Read how recent Bushnell graduate Jah’Lin Green built confidence through his Kidsports internship, strengthening his passion for coaching and encouraging young athletes to feel supported and accepted.
Internship Insights: Jah’Lin Green
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Faculty Feature: Christy Silverthorne, M.A.
Marketing professor Christy Silverthorne helps students recognize their creativity, build confidence through uncertainty and envision how their strengths can be used to serve others.
Faculty Features: Christy Silverthorne, M.A.
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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.