East Texas Baptist University
About East Texas Baptist University
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
East Texas Baptist University is a private university in Marshall, TX. It has a 67.7% acceptance rate and a 41.9% graduation rate, serving approximately 1,324 students.
Founded
1912
Location
Marshall, Texas
Students
1,531
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
57.8%
Moderately selective
Graduation Rate
47.1%
Below national average
Tuition
$30,680
Per year
Avg Net Price
$23,911
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not Considered
Test-blind. Grades and essays decide
Median Earnings
$52,788
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Selective
57.8 out of 100 applicants get in
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Blind
Application Fee
$25
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
With a 57.8% acceptance rate, East Texas Baptist University admits most students who meet the academic standards. Focus on putting together a complete, thoughtful application.
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
47.1% complete their degree within six years
Retention
70.8%
4-Year Grad
40%
6-Year Grad
45%
Teaching Quality
14:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
100%
$/Student
$7.7K
Class Size
Medium
The 40% graduation rate is below average, but 70.8% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$30,680
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$10,956
Books & Supplies
$1,214
Total Cost of Attendance
$44,211
After Financial Aid
$23,911
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$20,420
Receive Grants
32.2%
Take Loans
50.8%
The total cost of attendance runs about $44,211/yr, including $10,956 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $23,911.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at East Texas Baptist University fund their education.
While in School
32.2%
Get Grants
Free money
50.8%
Take Loans
Must repay
$48,655
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$23,250
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$246/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Students typically graduate with $23,250 in debt, below the national median. That's a manageable amount for most career paths.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends East Texas Baptist University.
Gender
52.2%
Female
48%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,352
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
179
Graduates
31.8%
First-Gen
20 yrs
Avg Age
7.5%
Age 25+
The campus has a balanced gender split (52% women, 48% men). 31.8% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Town: Distant
Campus Quick Facts
1,352
Students
private
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Master's
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
East Texas Baptist University fields 11 varsity teams with 569 student athletes, about 42% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division III with football
Conference
American Southwest
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
11
Biggest: Football
Student Athletes
569
42% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
64% / 36%
363
Men
206
Women
7
Men's Teams
9
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of East Texas Baptist Universityearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$52,788
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$74K
45 grads
1yr Earnings
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
$32K
40 grads
1yr Earnings
Business/Commerce, General
—
23 grads
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness
—
21 grads
Finance and Financial Management Services
—
16 grads
Criminal Justice and Corrections
$35K
14 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $42K six years out, growing to $53K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.