Education at Bushnell University

Oregon's education programs show wide variation, with first-year earnings ranging from $23,000 to nearly $44,000, and Bushnell's estimated outcomes fall right in the middle of this pack. Based on comparable education programs in the state, graduates typically earn around $39,000 in their first year—nearly identical to the national median for education bachelor's degrees. The estimated $27,000 in debt is slightly above Oregon's typical $23,500 but close enough to the national norm that it shouldn't raise immediate red flags.

The debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.70 suggests manageable repayment for a teaching career, though it's worth noting that two other Oregon schools in this data set produce higher starting salaries with their education degrees. Teaching salaries in Oregon vary significantly by district and position, and these first-year figures likely capture a mix of substitute teaching, paraeducator roles, and first-year classroom positions, all of which can lead to more stable income within a few years.

For families committed to teaching in Oregon, Bushnell appears positioned as a mid-range option both in cost and outcomes. The key question is whether the school's smaller class sizes and personalized attention—typical of institutions this size—justify a debt load slightly above the state average when larger public universities produce similar starting salaries. Request specific placement rates and average time-to-full-certification from the education department before committing.