Eugene is one of Oregon's major education centers, led by a flagship public university and supported by community college, public schools, private schools, and libraries.
Notable institutions include:
- **University of Oregon** — A major public research university and one of the city's defining institutions. - **Lane Community College** — The area's primary community college, serving transfer, workforce, technical, and adult education students. - **Bushnell University** — A private Christian university in Eugene. - **South Eugene High School** — One of the city's major public high schools. - **Sheldon High School** — A large public high school serving northeast Eugene. - **Churchill High School** — A public high school serving western neighborhoods. - **North Eugene High School** — A key public high school in the city's north side. - **Eugene Public Library** — The city's main public library system, with branches and broad community programming.
The city is primarily served by **Eugene School District 4J**, with **Bethel School District** serving parts of west Eugene and nearby areas. Education is a major local employer and an important part of the city's identity, from early childhood through university and lifelong learning.