C
Average
Score: 50/100
Overall (traditional)
C
Outcome Rating
53/100 · earnings-weighted

Bushnell University

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Eugene, Oregon 97401
Bushnell University campus, Eugene, OR
Bushnell University campus, Eugene, OR. Photo: Bobjgalindo, CC BY-SA 4.0 via Wikimedia Commons.
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Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (B) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 62%
Outcomes
B
72/100
Affordability
F
20/100
Resources
C
54/100
Experience
B
68/100
Prestige
D
33/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

758
Total Enrollment
62%
Graduation Rate
71%
Retention Rate
15.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
66%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Bushnell University, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$53,623
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$43,484
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$23,500
Median debt at graduation
56%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
1,020
Average SAT
18
Median ACT
32.7%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 44% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 45th percentile among bachelor’s-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (OR wage index 0.99). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at Bushnell University

Median pay of bachelor's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing$102,985$131,400+48%#10 of 966#5—
Business/Commerce$49,887$71,050+4%#70 of 271#78$25,149
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies—$57,601+3%#73 of 207#72$15,716
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods—$46,716-1%#394 of 680#490—

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

The Bushnell University Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $521,967
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,619/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 97402 (3.4% cap, Eugene)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $34,500 $34,500
Total Cost (On-Campus) $49,020 $49,020

Financial Aid

100%
Receive Any Aid
30%
Receive Pell Grants
54%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 44 grads/yr Mental Health Counseling/Counselor 32 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 23 grads/yr Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other 19 grads/yr Psychology, General 17 grads/yr Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services 14 grads/yr Secondary Education and Teaching 13 grads/yr Elementary Education and Teaching 11 grads/yr Exercise Science and Kinesiology 8 grads/yr Accounting 8 grads/yr Physical Education Teaching and Coaching 6 grads/yr Forensic Psychology 6 grads/yr Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness, General 4 grads/yr Biology/Biological Sciences, General 4 grads/yr Organizational Leadership 4 grads/yr Computer Software and Media Applications, Other 4 grads/yr Mathematics, General 3 grads/yr Business/Commerce, General 3 grads/yr Clinical Nurse Leader 3 grads/yr Marketing/Marketing Management, General 3 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Bushnell University's top programs commonly pursue.

Registered nurses
$94k/yr 3,391,000 jobs
Nursing instructors and teachers, postsecondary
$80k/yr 91,600 jobs
Chief executives
$206k/yr 309,400 jobs
Compensation and benefits managers
$140k/yr 20,900 jobs
Human resources managers
$140k/yr 221,900 jobs
Sales managers
$138k/yr 619,500 jobs
Managers, all other
$137k/yr 1,333,700 jobs
Training and development managers
$127k/yr 46,400 jobs

Student Demographics

758
Total Students
59%
Women
77%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 64%
Hispanic 13%
Black 3%
Asian 5%
Two or More 8%
Non-Resident 2%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 37%
Hybrid (Some Online) 54%
Fully Online 9%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 77%
25-64 (Adult) 21%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Bushnell University?
Bushnell University has an acceptance rate of 66%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Bushnell University?
Tuition at Bushnell University is $34,500 for in-state students and $34,500 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Bushnell University?
The graduation rate at Bushnell University is 62%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.
Is Bushnell University a good school?
Bushnell University has a Repit College Score of 50/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (B): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Bushnell University?
Bushnell University has a total enrollment of 758 students. Most students (77%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology