Bushnell University

Counseling and Psychology Degrees at Bushnell University

Bushnell University appears in our ranking of the Top 25 Most Affordable Master’s Degrees in Counseling in the West.

The School of Liberal Arts & Bible created the Psychology Major for Bushnell University undergrads to study the wonders of God's greatest creation - humans. Chaired by Dr. Nani Skaggs, the 39-credit Bachelor of Science major researches correlations between the mind and behavior with at least 135 practicum hours. Each course, such as Cognition, Human Development, Psychology of Addiction, and Psychometrics, offers close professor relationships at a 14:1 student-faculty ratio. A Forensic Psychology Concentration is available for those interested in criminal justice. Many courses are delivered in Eugene during evenings or via Moodle for the Adult Degree Program. Students could also intern at First Place Family Center, join Psychology Club, minor in Spanish, embrace the Touch Project, exchange to Dankook University, and serve missions in Romania.

Since January 2017, Bushnell University has conferred a CACREP-accredited Master of Arts in Counseling designed to share God's love by therapeutic means. Headed by Dr. Elizabeth Wosley-George, this 60-credit program boasts 92 percent licensure success for treating two special populations. The Clinical Mental Health Counseling option takes 28 months of hybrid courses like Psychopathology to diagnose disorders. The School Counseling option splits into two tracks for licensed teachers and non-licensed students to prepare for K-12 service using the National Model. Both integrate 700+ internship hours at the on-site Counseling Center or off-campus at NAMI Oregon, Clackamas County Behavioral Health, Providence Health, Willagillespie School, and more. Summer cohorts might add the 18-credit Special Education Certificate for better disability awareness too.

About Bushnell University

Bushnell University was established in 1895 as Eugene Divinity School by Dr. Eugene Sanderson with an inaugural class of five paying $0 tuition. Renamed Eugene Bible University 13 years later, it excelled at training Disciple of Christ ministers. By 1934, the institute had built Pacific Christian Hospital, acquired Spokane University, and received its current name. Approaching its 125th year, Bushnell University is now a forward-thinking, private liberal arts CCCU member worth $25 million. Enrolling 798 Beacons, Bushnell University occupies an eight-acre Willamette Valley campus adjacent to the University of Oregon with eLearning on Moodle. Linked to 2,569 LinkedIn alumni, Bushnell has trained David Ray Griffin, E.R. Moon, Frank Morse, Mickey Loomis, and more.

The U.S. News & World Report ranked Bushnell University the 91st best West school with the 205th best online graduate education nationally. On Niche, Bushnell University is America's 97th best religious studies institution. College Factual chose Bushnell for the 113th most focused psychology degree and 103rd best pastoral counseling program. Washington Monthly placed Bushnell University 158th for Peace Corps service and 210th for graduation rate among baccalaureate colleges. WalletHub recognized Bushnell University for the 357th best financing and 379th top educational outcomes. PayScale calculated a median mid-career salary of $70,900 for Bushnell University graduates. Great Value Colleges also featured Bushnell among the 100 most affordable picks west of the Mississippi.

Bushnell University Accreditation Details

In Spring 2017, Bushnell University underwent its year seven evaluation by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU) to keep its Level III accreditation under the 10th president Dr. Joseph Womack. This seven-state regional accreditor in Redmond is recognized by the Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) to ensure quality for Bushnell University's 25 baccalaureate, nine adult, and 19 master's programs. The Eugene school is authorized by the Oregon State Board of Licensure Office of Degree Authorization. Specifically, the M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling is accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Education Programs (CACREP) through 2025.

Bushnell University Application Requirements

Getting acceptance letters from Bushnell University is considered "minimally difficult" by Peterson's despite the 68 percent admission in Fall 2016. First-year Beacons seeking the Psychology B.S. major must graduate from high school or pass equivalency exams. Cumulative unweighted GPAs in grades 9-12 must rise above 2.5. Admitted freshmen need a minimum 930 SAT score or 17 ACT score. Psychology transfers must finish at least 24 semester or 36 quarter hours with 2.25 GPAs or greater. The Adult Degree Program lowers the threshold to 12 credits and a 2.0 overall GPA though. Starting the Master of Arts mandates verification of bachelor's completion, a "B" average, and minimum 297 GRE score. The School Counseling Track I applicants need teaching certification, a principal's support, and 2+ years of experience.

Bushnell University has rolling undergrad admission until May 1st for Fall and November 15th for Spring. Both Counseling M.A. options consider candidates until August 1st on a space-available basis. Interested students submit the Common Application or Bushnell University Application for free online. Handwritten forms can also be mailed to 828 East 11th Avenue in Eugene, OR 97401. Please contact (541) 684-7201 or [email protected] with questions. Tomorrow's mental health advocates attach these:

• Official high school or college transcripts
• Entrance exam scores from testing agencies
• Statement on Christ-centered education benefits
• One letter of academic recommendation
• Two teacher education disposition evaluations
• Current resume and documentation of experience
• Passing criminal background check

Tuition and Financial Aid

Declaring the Psychology B.S. major costs Bushnell University undergrads $29,850 annually full-time. Studying part-time incurs $995 per credit. Leave budget room for the $200 technology fee, $240 parking permit, and $1,050 textbook expense. Living at the Eugene campus' dorms like Burke-Griffeth Hall adds $9,300 per year for all students under 21. The annual cost of bachelor's attendance equals approximately $40,720. The M.A. in School Counseling program currently bills graduates $660 per credit. Post-bachelor's M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling study charges slightly more at $695 per credit.

According to the NCES College Navigator, 87 percent of full-time Bushnell University Beacons share $7.05 million in annual financial aid for packages averaging $14,282. Institutional funds include the Freshman Merit Scholarship, Leadership Award, Private Christian High School Scholarship, Alumni Scholarship, International Student Scholarship, Forensics Scholarship, Athletics Scholarship, and Transfer Scholarship. The 40+ endowed funds accept scholarship applicants until March 15th. Filing the FAFSA form with code 003208 opens Federal Pell Grant and SEOG Grant prospects. The Northwest Christian Church Matching Grant doubles sponsorships up to $1,000. Beaver State natives qualify for the Oregon Opportunity Grant and Ford Scholars Program. Signing the Work-Study Agreement offers wages for 10 hours weekly. Bushnell University also processes up to $20,500 in Federal Stafford and Plus loans yearly.

Learn more about Bushnell University at the Psychology Department website.