Overview
Bushnell University in Eugene, Oregon has competed in varsity esports since 2018, with affiliations including ECAC, NACE. Its teams currently compete in Fortnite, Apex Legends, Rocket League, VALORANT and Super Smash Bros. Ultimate. Esports scholarships are offered, but a fixed amount is not published (bushnellbeacons.com, 2026-27). Federal College Scorecard data shows an average net price of $20,789 per year, an acceptance rate of 67% and a graduation rate of 56% across 517 undergraduates.
Esports details verified 2026-10-10 · Federal data retrieved 2026-10-10
Esports scholarships at Bushnell
athletic scholarships available; amount not published
The esports program
- Level
- Varsity
- Founded
- 2018
- Conference / league
- ECAC, NACE
- Facility
- Bushnell Esports Arena (Burke-Griffeth Residence Hall)
- Titles fielded
- 5
Cost & outcomes vs. other esports schools
Compared with the median of all 405 esports programs we track.
| Tuition | $35,800 |
|---|---|
| Average net price (after grants) | $20,789 |
| Students receiving Pell grants | 33% |
| Median debt at graduation | $23,500 |
| Student-to-faculty ratio | 12:1 |
Who studies at Bushnell
517 undergraduates, shown as 100 people.
- White 60%
- Hispanic/Latino 17%
- Black 3%
- Asian 3%
- Two or more races 9%
- International 4%
- Other / unknown 4%
- Women
- 54%
- First-generation
- 35%
- Pell recipients
- 33%
Frequently asked questions
Does Bushnell offer esports scholarships?
Esports scholarships are offered, but a fixed amount is not published (bushnellbeacons.com, 2026-27). Scholarship terms can change each season, so confirm with the program before applying.
What games does Bushnell esports compete in?
Bushnell fields varsity teams in Fortnite, Apex Legends, Rocket League, VALORANT and Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, according to the program's published information.
How much does Bushnell cost per year?
The average annual net price — cost after grants and scholarships for students receiving aid — is $20,789. Published tuition is $35,800 (U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard).
How hard is it to get into Bushnell?
Bushnell admits 67% of applicants, per the College Scorecard.
When did Bushnell start varsity esports?
Bushnell's varsity esports program began in 2018.
Sources
- Esports program and scholarship terms: bushnellbeacons.com (2026-27)
- Cost, admissions, outcomes and demographics: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved 2026-10-10
- Photo: Bobjgalindo, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Research notes
On the athletics site with a 2026-27 roster and ECAC schedule. 'other' = NBA 2K, College Football, sim racing. The 2018 start, 'first in Oregon to offer esports scholarships', the arena location and NACE membership come only from bushnell.edu search snippets (page now 404).
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