Overview
East Texas Baptist University is a private, Christian institution established in the city of Marshall and featuring 8 schools that offer 43 undergraduate majors. Full-time students at ETBU are required to attend 22 scheduled chapels each semester, honoring the school’s commitment to Christ. The Great Commission Center located on campus provides a number of service opportunities to students and faculty, including community outreach programs, and both short or long-term missions abroad. High school juniors and seniors can take advantage of the college’s Mav University program, in which they can complete up to 27 credit hours from within their high school classrooms.
Acceptance Rate:
68%
Average Net Price:
$22,515
Campus Setting:
Suburb or town
Average GPA
3.6
Average ACT Composite
19
Average SAT Composite
1028
Tuition, Cost & Aid
Affordability & Cost
Tuition
| In-State Tuition In-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who meet the state's or institution's residency requirements. In-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students residing in the locality in which they attend school and may be a lower rate than in-state tuition if offered by the institution. | $30,050 |
| Out-of-State Tuition Out-of-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who do not meet the state’s or institution’s residency requirements. Out-of-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students not residing in the locality in which they attend school. | $30,050 |
Additional Costs
Room and Board The weighted average for room and board and other expenses is generated as follows:
| $10,629 |
| Books and Supplies | $1502 |
Average Net Price By Family Income
Financial Aid: visit page
Financial Aid Email: [email protected]
Aid & Grants
0
100
29%
Need Met
Students Receiving Gift Aid Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid. Federal gift aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution. Students Receiving Grants Percent of undergraduate students awarded grant aid. Grant aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
34%
Average Aid Per Year
$16,552
34%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$5,272
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$12,978
Students receiving state aid Students receiving federal aid
43%
Average State Grant Aid Per Year
$3673
38%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$5,272
Average Grant & Scholarship By Family Income
Total Needs Based Scholarships/Grants Total amount of grant or scholarship aid awarded to all undergraduates from the federal government, state/local government, the institution, and other sources known to the institution.
$4,262,488
Total Non-Need-Based Scholarships/Grants
$17,070,437
Student Loans
Students Borrowing Loans Loans to students - Any monies that must be repaid to the lending institution for which the student is the designated borrower. Includes all Title IV subsidized and unsubsidized loans and all institutionally- and privately-sponsored loans. Does not include PLUS and other loans made directly to parents.
64%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$9,191
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$12,000
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$223
Students receiving federal loans
63%
Average Federal Loans Per Year
$5,404
Average Other Loans Per Year
$14,685
Admissions
Key Admissions Stats
Institution Type
Private
- Not for Profit
- Baptist
- Coed
Need Blind
This school does not consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission
Level of Institution
4 Year
Campus Setting
Suburb or town
1449
Students Applied
105
Transfer Students Admitted
Admissions Requirements
SAT
No
ACT
No
Transcript
Yes
Test Optional
No
SAT Subject Tests
No
AP Course Credit
Yes
Dual Enrollment
Yes
Important Deadlines
| Application Type | Application Deadline | Reply Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Fall Regular Decision | August 27 | |
| Spring Regular Decision | October 1 |
Application Fee
$25
Fee waivers availableApplications Accepted
Admitted Student Stats
57%
Submitting ACT
43%
Submitting SAT
Average ACT Composite: 19
Average SAT Composite: 1028
SAT Percentiles
Math
Reading
3.6
Average GPA
Students Enrolled By Class Rank
Admissions Resources
For International Student Services: visit page
For Students with Disabilities: visit page
For Veteran Services: visit page
Academics
Key Academic Stats
Highest Degree Offered
Master's
Total Number of Students
1,771
Total Number of Undergrads
1,579
0
100
27%
Graduate in 4 Years US National: 28%
0
100
35%
Graduate in 6 Years US National: 52%
Student:Faculty Ratio
14:1
US National: 21:1Non Traditional Learning
- Online Classes
- Online Undergrad Degrees
- Summer Sessions
- Some Programs Requires Co-Op/Internship
Learning Options
- Honors Program
- Teacher Certification Offered
Degrees and Majors
MAJORS
63
Faculty Overview
Gender
Ethnicity
Campus Life
Key Campus Stats
Student Gender
Residency
Size of Town
Suburb or town
US States Represented
26
Countries Represented
10
Ethnicity
Percent of First Generation Students
32%
Student Organizations
24
LGBTQIA Student Resource Groups
No
On Campus Women's Center
No
Cultural Student Resource Groups
No
Housing
On-campus living required of freshman
Yes
Disability Housing Available
No
0
100
83%
Freshman Living on Campus
Athletics
Divisional Sports Nickname
Tigers
School Colors
navy and gold
Varsity Athletics Association
NCAA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
American Southwest Conference
Total Male Athletes
287
Total Female Athletes
145
Intramural Sports
16
Sports Team (Men)
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Football
- Soccer
- Tennis
- Track and Field
- Volleyball
Sports Team (Women)
- Basketball
- Soccer
- Softball
- Tennis
- Track and Field
- Volleyball
East Texas Baptist University Athletics: visit page
Campus Safety
24-HR security patrol
Yes
Campus emergency phones
Yes
24-HR escort safety rides
Yes
Mobile campus emergency alert
Yes
After Graduation
Post Grad Stats
Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$43,600
Top 5 Cities
Dallas
Longview
Houston
Tyler
Austin
Top 5 Employers
East Texas Baptist University
Marshall Independent School District
Walmart
Hallsville
Dallas Independent School District
Top 5 Sectors
Education
Community and Social Services
Operations
Business Development
Sales
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$12,000
Loan Default Rate
8%
National: 8%
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$223
REVIEWS
Read What Students Are SayingProfessors at ETBU are always going above and beyond. They're available quite often if you ever need help. It's obvious that they love to do what they're doing.
Nicole
Teachers show a love for the subject they teach, and are available for extra help if needed. They push you to learn and give your best effort, but are there for you when you struggle. The small class sizes allow for more engaging participation.
Caitlynn from Spring, TX
I can tell the freshman classes are just like high school (although i did take AP) I have heard some classes upper level classes are hard. I have heard some professors are hard but they care for you.
Charles from Houston, TX
East Texas Baptist University's professors are incredibly articulate and are very dedicated to their students. They make themselves available to the students for any academic issue they might have and will work with the students to make sure they pass their class!
Jorge from Princeton, TX
At ETBU you learn so much more than what you would learn at a larger, less personal university. . The classrooms are small so you can have that one-on-one time with the professor if you are in need of a little extra help. They also teach you life lessons. You learn something new here everyday
Brittany from White Oak, TX
it was definitely a surprise to me to see just how amazing east texas baptist university actually is! the campus is the perfect size and is absolutely gorgeous. all of the staff and faculty i met with while on my visit were extremely friendly and helpful, they are truly dedicated to making visitors and students feel welcome and at home.
christina from san antonio, tx
etbu is a very peaceful university with hardly any distractions that will make you lose your focus. the faculty and staff and the students are very friendly that keeps a positive attitude. the school does its best to make sure you feel like you're at home.
Charles from Beaumont, TX
The professors will push you and sincerely have great care and concern for your grades as well as your personal life. We are required to take Old as well as New Testament which is enhancing my knowledge of the Lord. Being here is not just about learning facts but it is about learning to apply what you learn in and outside of the classroom.
Lindsey from Mesquite, TX
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