Bushnell University Softball
Bushnell University (BU) · Eugene, Oregon · Private nonprofit university
Bushnell University Softball coaches
Coaches at Bushnell University who recruit Women's Softball, head coach first.
The program
Where Bushnell University competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NAIA
- Conference
- Cascade Collegiate Conference
- Program level
- Somewhat Recognized
- Athletics site
- bushnellbeacons.com
How you compare
The middle 50% of admitted students score inside the blue band. Test policy: Considered but not Required.
Popular majors
- Test policy
- Considered but not Required
- Student-to-faculty
- 12 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 56% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
Bushnell University in Eugene.
- Location
- Eugene, Oregon
- Type
- Private Non-Profit
- Religious affiliation
- Christian Church (Disciples of Christ)
- Time zone
- Pacific
- Website
- bushnell.edu
About Bushnell University Softball
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Jim Patrick, the Head Coach, leads the Bushnell University Softball staff of 3 coaches, verified October 2026. Bushnell University (BU) competes in NAIA Softball as a member of the Cascade Collegiate Conference. NAIA and junior college coaches have fewer contact limits, so you can reach out at any time. Bushnell University is a small private school in Eugene, Oregon with 761 undergraduates, a 67% acceptance rate and an average net price of $22,534 a year after aid.
How to get recruited by Bushnell University Softball
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Jim Patrick, the Head Coach and Emily Cole, the Student Assistant Coach. Bushnell University has 3 coaches for Softball, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
- Lead with your numbersPut your position, and measurables like pitching speed, exit velocity or pop time in the subject line and first sentences. NAIA coaches have flexible recruiting rules and can contact you early.
- Send your videoInclude a skills video with game footage, with the link near the top so Jim can watch without scrolling.
- Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Bushnell University typically score 18–20 on the ACT, and testing is considered but not required. Mention your GPA and intended major.
- Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the Bushnell University staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.
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Email Coach JimHow softball recruiting works on AthleticScholar →Bushnell University Softball FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is Bushnell University NAIA?
Yes. Bushnell University competes in NAIA Softball, in the Cascade Collegiate Conference.
Is Bushnell University public or private?
Bushnell University is a private nonprofit school in Eugene, Oregon.
What conference is Bushnell University Softball in?
The Cascade Collegiate Conference.
Does Bushnell University offer athletic scholarships for Softball?
Bushnell University competes in NAIA, where programs can offer athletic scholarships. The number and size of awards vary, so ask the coaches directly.
How many coaches does Bushnell University Softball have?
3 coaches, led by Jim Patrick, the Head Coach.
Who is the head coach of Bushnell University Softball?
Jim Patrick is the Head Coach.
When can Bushnell University Softball coaches contact recruits?
NAIA and junior college coaches have fewer contact limits, so you can reach out at any time. You can email the coaches yourself at any age. Rules change, so check your sport's current NCAA recruiting calendar.
Can you walk on to Bushnell University Softball?
It depends on roster space each year. The best way to find out is to email the coaches with your stats and highlights and ask about walk-on spots.
How much does Bushnell University cost?
In-state tuition is $35,500 and out-of-state tuition is $35,500 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $22,534.
What is the Bushnell University acceptance rate?
67% of applicants are admitted.
What SAT or ACT score do you need for Bushnell University?
Admitted students typically score 18–20 on the ACT.
How do I contact the Bushnell University Softball coaches?
Start a free 7-day AthleticScholar trial to see each coach's email and send a personal message from your own Gmail, with follow-ups until they reply.
Admissions, cost and enrollment figures come from the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS), latest year available.
