EUGENE, Ore. – Bushnell University is launching new undergraduate and graduate programs in finance, public health, artificial intelligence and business starting in fall 2026.
According to Bushnell University, the new offerings include a Bachelor of Science in Finance available both as a hybrid on-campus program and fully online, a new Public Health program and an Applied Artificial Intelligence concentration within the Computer Science major. At the graduate level, four new MBA specializations will be added: Artificial Intelligence, Business Analytics, Cybersecurity and Healthcare Administration.
The university says cybersecurity jobs are growing 32 percent faster than the national average, healthcare administration roles are projected to rise 28 percent over the next decade and artificial intelligence job postings are expanding 3.5 times faster than the broader job market. The programs were developed in partnership with Rize Education, which collaborates with more than 130 colleges and universities nationwide to design career-aligned academic offerings.
“These programs reflect our commitment to preparing students not just for a job, but for a calling,” Womack said. “Fields like artificial intelligence, finance, and healthcare administration are shaping how our communities function and how people flourish. At Bushnell, we believe students should enter these professions with both technical excellence and a faith-centered commitment to serve others and lead with integrity.”
Through the partnership, Bushnell faculty worked with Rize to develop a curriculum informed by direct industry input from leading technology companies, including Google, Meta, Amazon and Microsoft. The curriculum ensures that course content reflects the skills and knowledge employers are actively seeking.
The finance program prepares students for careers in banking, investment, corporate finance and financial planning, while its flexible delivery format allows students to balance education alongside work and family commitments. The Public Health program equips students to address pressing community health challenges and design initiatives that improve outcomes for at-risk populations.
The Applied AI concentration positions computer science students at the forefront of one of the most transformative technological shifts of the modern era, combining strong technical foundations with practical, real-world AI applications. The new MBA specializations allow graduate students to deepen their expertise in fields that are reshaping modern business leadership, from data-driven decision-making to protecting digital infrastructure and navigating the evolving healthcare landscape.
“We are not standing still,” Mueller said. “The world is changing rapidly, and our students deserve programs that meet them where the opportunities are. Whether it is the rise of artificial intelligence, the growing complexity of healthcare, or the critical demand for cybersecurity expertise, Bushnell is ready to prepare the next generation of leaders in these fields, and to do so in a community grounded in faith, integrity, and purpose.”
Current and prospective students interested in any of the new programs are encouraged to apply now for fall 2026 enrollment or speak with an advisor. For more information and to begin an application, visit Bushnell University’s website or contact the Office of Admissions.