AthleticScholar Logo
Women's Beach Volleyball colleges
Bushnell University logo

Bushnell University Beach Volleyball

Bushnell University (BU) · Eugene, Oregon · Private nonprofit university

Acceptance rate67%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate56%finish within six years
Undergraduates761Small (<2,000)
Student-to-faculty12 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

Bushnell University Beach Volleyball coaches

Coaches at Bushnell University who recruit Women's Beach Volleyball, head coach first.

Athletics

The program

Where Bushnell University competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NAIA
Conference
Cascade Collegiate Conference
Program level
Somewhat Recognized
Athletics site
bushnellbeacons.com
Academics

How you compare

The middle 50% of admitted students score inside the blue band. Test policy: Considered but not Required.

ACTMiddle 50%: 18–20

Create a profile to see where your scores land.

Popular majors

AccountingAccounting and Business/ManagementBible/Biblical StudiesBiology/Biological Sciences, GeneralBusiness Administration and Management, GeneralBusiness/Commerce, GeneralCommunication, General
Test policy
Considered but not Required
Student-to-faculty
12 : 1
Graduation rate
56% in six years
Costs

What it costs

Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.

TuitionOne rate for all students$35,500
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$22,534
Campus

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
Overview

About Bushnell University Beach Volleyball

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Kim Elgarico, the Head Coach, leads the Bushnell University Beach Volleyball staff of 5 coaches, verified June 2026. Bushnell University (BU) competes in NAIA Beach Volleyball as a member of the Cascade Collegiate Conference. 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.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by Bushnell University Beach Volleyball

What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.

  1. Find the right coachEmail Kim Elgarico, the Head Coach and Dorothy Catanese, the Assistant Coach. Bushnell University has 5 coaches for Beach Volleyball, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
  2. Lead with your numbersPut your side, height, partner history and tournament results in the subject line and first sentences. NAIA coaches have flexible recruiting rules and can contact you early.
  3. Send your videoInclude full sets from recent tournaments, not just highlights, with the link near the top so Kim can watch without scrolling.
  4. 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.
  5. Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the Bushnell University staff after a week, and again after your next tournament with updated results.
Email the Bushnell University coaches from your Gmail. Free for 7 days.
Questions

Bushnell University Beach Volleyball FAQ

Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.

Is Bushnell University NAIA?

Yes. Bushnell University competes in NAIA Beach Volleyball, 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 Beach Volleyball in?

The Cascade Collegiate Conference.

Does Bushnell University offer athletic scholarships for Beach Volleyball?

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 Beach Volleyball have?

5 coaches, led by Kim Elgarico, the Head Coach.

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 Beach Volleyball 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.

Coaching staff verified June 2026