Bushnell University
Northwest Christian University is a 4-year Christ-centered institution offering degrees in Bible & Theology, Christian Ministry, Christian Worship, and 15 other liberal arts subjects. NCU also sponsors study abroad programs during the school year and summer. In addition to its theological courses, NCU campus ministry includes two chapel services per week and annual programs, such as the Night of Prayer. During Embrace the Community Day, NCU students volunteer at over a dozen organizations throughout Eugene and Springfield, Oregon.
Admissions
Key Admissions Stats
Institution Type
Private
- Not for Profit
- Christian Church (Disciples of Christ)
- Coed
Need Blind
This school does not consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission
Level of Institution
4 Year
Campus Setting
Small city
Admissions Requirements
SAT
No
ACT
No
Transcript
No
Important Deadlines
| Application Type | Application Deadline | Reply Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Early Action Acceptance is not binding, but student will receive admissions decision earlier. | November 1 |
Rolling Admissions
The college has rolling admissions, which means applications are accepted any time throughout the year.
Admitted Student Stats
19%
Submitting ACT
53%
Submitting SAT
Average ACT Composite: 19
Average SAT Composite: 1070
Academics
Key Academic Stats
Highest Degree Offered
Master's
Total Number of Students
717
Total Number of Undergrads
538
Classroom Sizes
0
100
43%
Graduate in 4 Years US National: 28%
0
100
46%
Graduate in 6 Years US National: 52%
Student:Faculty Ratio
15:1
US National: 21:1Tuition, Cost & Aid
Key Financial Stats
Tuition
| In-State Tuition In-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who meet the state's or institution's residency requirements. In-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students residing in the locality in which they attend school and may be a lower rate than in-state tuition if offered by the institution. | $32,320 |
| Out-of-State Tuition Out-of-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who do not meet the state’s or institution’s residency requirements. Out-of-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students not residing in the locality in which they attend school. | $32,320 |
Additional Costs
Room and Board The weighted average for room and board and other expenses is generated as follows:
| $10,190 |
| Books and Supplies | $1050 |
Aid & Grants
0
100
75%
Need Met
Students Receiving Gift Aid Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid. Federal gift aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution. Students Receiving Grants Percent of undergraduate students awarded grant aid. Grant aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
36%
Average Aid Per Year
$21,414
36%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$4,374
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$17,868
Student Loans
Students Borrowing Loans Loans to students - Any monies that must be repaid to the lending institution for which the student is the designated borrower. Includes all Title IV subsidized and unsubsidized loans and all institutionally- and privately-sponsored loans. Does not include PLUS and other loans made directly to parents.
64%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$6,519
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$16,446
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$222
Campus Life
Key Campus Stats
Student Gender
Student Organizations
8
Size of Town
Small city
LGBTQIA Student Resource Groups
No
On Campus Women's Center
No
Housing
0
100
32%
Undergrads Living on Campus
On-campus living required of freshman
Yes
Athletics
Divisional Sports Nickname
Mr. Beacon
School Colors
blue and gold
Varsity Athletics Association
NAIA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Not applicable
Campus Safety
24-HR security patrol
Yes
Campus emergency phones
Yes
After Graduation
Post Grad Stats
Employed
6 mos. after graduation
63%
Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$45,700
What Students Are Saying
Superior education. Teacher who work in the field and teach. Small classes with great discussions.
Alysha from Veneta, OR
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