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Scholarships & Grants
First Year 

Scholarships & Grants
First Year 

Scholarships & Grants do not need to be paid back. Scholarships are typically based on high academic achievement or special talent. Scholarships are available from a variety of organizations and we’re here to help you find opportunities that are right for you. Grants are available from federal, state, or Bushnell University sources and are based on your family’s information provided on your FAFSA form.

Below, you’ll find information on the range of different grant and scholarship opportunities available to you.

Applying for Scholarships

By completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), you will automatically be considered for most scholarships. Merit scholarships based on academic achievement are considered only at the time of admittance to the university.

GPA Scholarships

GPA
Scholarship Amount
3.90-4.00
$16,000
3.80-3.89
$14,000
3.65-3.79
$13,000
3.50-3.64
$12,000
3.35-3.49
$11,000
3.20-3.34
$10,000
3.00-3.19
$8,000
2.80-2.99
$6,000

GPA Scholarships

GPA (Scholarship Amount)
3.90-4.00 ($16,000)
3.80-3.89 ($14,000)
3.65-3.79 ($13,000)
3.50-3.64 ($12,000)
3.35-3.49 ($11,000)
3.20-3.34 ($10,000)
3.00-3.19 ($8,000)
2.80-2.99 ($6,000)

Additional Scholarships

Campus Visit

Traditional undergraduate students who attend and complete a formal campus visit will qualify for a $1,000 one-time scholarship.

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Talent Scholarships

Scholarship
Amount
Description
Leadership
$500 - $1,000
Available for students who have participated in leadership activities in their church, high school, college or throughout the community.
Performing Arts
Award amounts will vary
Awarded to students who show exceptional ability in music and participate in a Bushnell University ensemble group. Renewable with ongoing Ensemble participation.
Forensics
$1,000 - $2,000
Athletic
Award amounts will vary
Each coach will determine the amount of institutional athletic aid awarded to team members. Renewable with ongoing athletic participation.

Talent Scholarships

Leadership
Amount: $500 - $1,000
Available for students who have participated in leadership activities in their church, high school, college or throughout the community.
Performing Arts
Award amounts will vary
Awarded to students who show exceptional ability in music and participate in a Bushnell University ensemble group. Renewable with ongoing Ensemble participation.
Forensics
$1,000 - $2,000
Athletic
Award amounts will vary
Each coach will determine the amount of institutional athletic aid awarded to team members. Renewable with ongoing athletic participation.

Institutional Scholarships

Scholarship
Amount
Description
Private Christian High School
$4,000
Awarded to graduating seniors from Christian High Schools. Renewable up to four years.
Alumni
$1,500
Awarded to students who are children or grandchildren of Bushnell University/Northwest Christian University alumni.
First Generation College Student
$1,500
Awarded to students who are the first generation of their families to attend college.
International Student
$12,000
Available to international students enrolled in Bushnell’s traditional daytime undergraduate program.

Institutional Scholarships

Private Christian High School
Amount: $4,000
Awarded to graduating seniors from Christian High Schools. Renewable up to four years.
Alumni
Amount: $1,500
Awarded to students who are children or grandchildren of Bushnell University/Northwest Christian University alumni.
First Generation College Student
Amount: $1,500
Awarded to students who are the first generation of their families to attend college.
International Student
Amount: $12,000
Available to international students enrolled in Bushnell’s traditional daytime undergraduate program.

Endowed Scholarships

Over 40 different Endowed Scholarship funds are awarded each year to traditional undergraduate students in varying amounts based on merit, need, or specific major. For students with a declared major in ministry or music a separate application is required and due by March 1st of each year.

Outside SCHOLARSHIPS

Bushnell University maintains a list of more than 100 outside scholarships. To learn more about them click the button below.

Outside
SCHOLARSHIPS

Bushnell University maintains a list of more than 100 outside scholarships. To learn more about them click the button below.

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Scholarship Resources

OSAC

Fast Web

Ford Family Foundation

Student Scholarships

Free Scholarship Searches

Phillips Legacy

Scholarship Resources

OSAC

Fast Web

Ford Family Foundation

Student Scholarships

Free Scholarship Searches

Phillips Legacy

GRANTS

At Bushnell University, we believe in empowering students to achieve their dreams. Our grants section offers a diverse range of financial assistance, ensuring every student has the chance to excel academically without the burden of financial stress.

The following grants are for undergraduate students who have not completed a bachelor’s degree and who have demonstrated need as determined by the FAFSA.

Federal & State Grants

Grant
Amount
Description
Federal Pell Grant
Up to $7,395
Awarded to students based upon their level of need as determined by the FAFSA. 40% of Bushnell undergraduate students receive Pell Grants
Federal SEOG
$500 - $1000
Awarded to undergraduate students who are enrolled at least half-time and show exceptional financial need as determined by the FAFSA.
Federal TEACH
Up to $4,000
Awarded to students who are pursuing a degree that leads to teaching in a high-need field in a low-income district. Recipients must maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.25 or greater to qualify. Service obligation is required, please visit Federal Student Aid or contact the Financial Aid Office (finaid@bushnell.edu) for more details.
Oregon Opportunity
Up to $7,524
Awarded to students who are Oregon residents, enroll at least half-time at a College or University in Oregon, and demonstrate need as determined by the FAFSA. Eligibility given out by the State of Oregon.

Federal & State Grants

Federal Pell Grant
Amount: Up to $7,395
Awarded to students based upon their level of need as determined by the FAFSA. 40% of Bushnell undergraduate students receive Pell Grants
Federal SEOG
Amount: $500 - $1000
Awarded to undergraduate students who are enrolled at least half-time and show exceptional financial need as determined by the FAFSA.
Federal TEACH
Amount: Up to $4,000
Awarded to students who are pursuing a degree that leads to teaching in a high-need field in a low-income district. Recipients must maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.25 or greater to qualify. Service obligation is required, please visit Federal Student Aid or contact the Financial Aid Office (finaid@bushnell.edu) for more details.
Oregon Opportunity
Amount: Up to $7,524
Awarded to students who are Oregon residents, enroll at least half-time at a College or University in Oregon, and demonstrate need as determined by the FAFSA. Eligibility given out by the State of Oregon.

Institutional Grants

Grant
Amount
Description
Sibling
$1,000
Awarded to students with a dependent sibling attending Bushnell. Amount is awarded to each student.

Institutional Grants

Sibling
Amount: $1,000
Awarded to students with a dependent sibling attending Bushnell. Amount is awarded to each student.

Bushnell Need Grant

Awarded to full-time traditional daytime undergraduate students that demonstrate financial need as determined by the FAFSA. Award amounts range from $600-$10,000 per academic year.

Church Grants

Grant
Amount
Description
Heritage
$2,500
Available to students who attend a Disciples of Christ (DOC) or Christian Church/Church of Christ (COC).
Pastors Child
$1,500
Available to children of pastors or missionaries from a Christian church.
Church Matching
Up to $1,000
Bushnell University will match any donation by the students home church.

Church Grants

Heritage
Amount: $2,500
Available to students who attend a Disciples of Christ (DOC) or Christian Church/Church of Christ (COC).
Pastors Child
Amount: $1,500
Available to children of pastors or missionaries from a Christian church.
Church Matching
Amount: Up to $1,000
Bushnell University will match any donation by the students home church.
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Take the NEXT STEPS

Don’t miss out on valuable financial aid opportunities and secure your future at Bushnell University. Act now, as financial aid is limited, and priority is given to early applicants. Start a conversation with Bushnell to explore your goals, ambitions, and how our university can be the perfect fit for your academic journey and your budget.

Email: finaid@bushnell.edu
Phone: 541-684-7201 call/text

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