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East Texas Baptist University

East Texas Baptist University

Marshall, TX · Town · 1,352 students
4
Year
Private Non-profit
Town
Small (<3k)
Accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
About

Located on a scenic, historic campus in Marshall, Texas, East Texas Baptist University (ETBU) is best known for its supportive, Christ-centered environment and a strong commitment to integrating faith with academic excellence. Prospective students thrive in premier, highly regarded programs such as the School of Nursing—which consistently boasts exceptional state licensing pass rates—as well as the School of Business and the School of Education. The student experience is characterized by a close-knit community on "the Hill," enriched by weekly chapel services, active campus ministries, and a spirited NCAA Division III athletic program. What truly sets ETBU apart is its distinctive focus on servant leadership, emphasized through the Great Commission Center, which connects students with meaningful local community service and global mission opportunities.


Wikipedia:East Texas Baptist University (ETBU) is a private Baptist university in Marshall, Texas, United States. It is affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas.

Location
Marshall, TX, 75670-1498 · Town campus
Nearest airport from college
DFW · Dallas/Fort Worth
157 mi away
Cost
Cost of attendance
$44,211
Avg net price
$23,911
Room & board
$10,956
Tuition
$30,680
Books & supplies
$1,214/yr
Average net price by family income
$0–30k
$20,420
$30–48k
$20,417
$48–75k
$20,141
$75–110k
$25,297
$110k+
$28,532
Admissions
Admit rate
58%
Test policy
Not required

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Essay Requirements

East Texas Baptist University accepts the Common Application. All Common App schools require the personal statement essay. Some schools also require supplemental essays — check the school's page on Common App for current prompts and word limits.

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Outcomes
Graduation rate
48%
4-yr on-time completion
42%
1st-yr retention
71%
Transfer-out rate
38%
8-year outcomes
Graduated
43%
Transferred
43%
Still enrolled
0%
Dropped out / unknown
14%
Median earnings (6yr)
$41,759
Median earnings (10yr)
$52,788
Median debt
$23,250
Monthly loan payment
$246
Debt range (25th–75th)
$5,500$25,500
Debt (90th percentile)
$35,500
Student Body
Men 48%Women 52%
14
:
1
Student : Faculty ratio
Students   Faculty
Pell grant recipients
32%
First-generation
32%
Median family income
$48,655
Independent students
13%
Avg age at entry
20.0
Part-time students
10%
Race & ethnicity
White
63%
Hispanic
12%
Black
17%
Asian
1%
Non-resident
1%
AI/AN
3%
Unknown
1%
Programs & Earnings
Bachelor's degrees by annual completions · 4yr national median earnings
Median earnings for graduates across all programs
6 years after entry
$41,759
10 years after entry
$52,788
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing45
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other40
Business/Commerce, General23
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness21
Finance and Financial Management Services16
Criminal Justice and Corrections14
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods13
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas10
Biology, General8
Behavioral Sciences8
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions8
Theological and Ministerial Studies6
Communication and Media Studies5
Business Administration, Management and Operations5
Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication4
Research and Experimental Psychology4
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Institutional
Endowment
$75M
Classification
Master's (Small)
Undergraduate profile
Four-year, inclusive admissions
Full-time faculty
100%
Avg faculty salary
$7,437/mo
Instructional spend/student
$7,682
Federal loan rate
51%

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