Founded in 1912, East Texas Baptist University. is a Private college. Located in Texas, which is a city setting in Texas, the campus itself is Town. The campus is home to 1,339 full time undergraduate students, and 122 full time graduate students.
The East Texas Baptist University Academic calendar runs on a Semester basis. In the school year the student to faculty ratio was 15:1. There are 67 full time instructional teachers. Degrees awarded at East Texas Baptist University include: Bachelor's Degree, Masters Degree, Post-master's certificate, Doctor's degree.
Quick Facts
Acceptance Rate
50%
Application Deadline
Application Fee
25
SAT Range
870-1050
ACT Range
18-22
Admissions at ETBU are considered Selective, with ,13% of all applicants being admitted.
In the school year, of the students who applied to the school, only 25 of those who were admitted eventually ended up enrolling.
79% of incoming freshmen are in the top half of their high school class. 42% were in the top quarter, and 12% were in the top tenth. You can apply online.
STUDENT LIFE Reviews
We asked, and students answered these important questions about student life at East Texas Baptist University.
0%
“We”re apathetic”
56%
“We know about current events and vote”
44%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
0%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
0%
“We save it for the classroom”
6%
“Sometimes, but not often”
50%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
44%
“All the time, including weekends”
0%
“I”m always terrified”
0%
“I only go out in groups”
31%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
69%
“I feel extremely safe”
7%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
13%
“We bought the gear”
80%
“We live for the big game”
6%
“It”s not really our thing”
19%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
69%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
6%
“We”re a very artistic group”
0%
“Haven”t met them”
0%
“Available in class”
38%
“They keep regular office hours”
63%
“They”re always available”
63%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
31%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
6%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
0%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
69%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
31%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
0%
“We only party on weekends”
0%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
44%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
56%
“There might be people who do”
0%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
0%
“There”s a huge drug scene”
0%
“We”re apathetic”
56%
“We know about current events and vote”
44%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
0%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
0%
“We save it for the classroom”
6%
“Sometimes, but not often”
50%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
44%
“All the time, including weekends”
0%
“I”m always terrified”
0%
“I only go out in groups”
31%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
69%
“I feel extremely safe”
7%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
13%
“We bought the gear”
80%
“We live for the big game”
6%
“It”s not really our thing”
19%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
69%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
6%
“We”re a very artistic group”
0%
“Haven”t met them”
0%
“Available in class”
38%
“They keep regular office hours”
63%
“They”re always available”
63%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
31%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
6%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
0%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
46 Students rated on-campus housing 3.9 stars. 24 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate off-campus housing?
25 Students rated off-campus housing 2.6 stars. 0 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate campus food?
46 Students rated campus food 2.6 stars. 9 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate campus facilities?
46 Students rated campus facilities 3.9 stars. 35 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate class size?
47 Students rated class size 4.5 stars. 70 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate school activities?
45 Students rated school activities 3.6 stars. 29 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate local services?
46 Students rated local services 3.7 stars. 33 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate academics?
46 Students rated academics 4 stars. 43 % gave the school a 5.0.
East Texas Baptist University REVIEWS
What's your overall opinion of East Texas Baptist University?
22 Students rated East Texas Baptist University
Jayla
Prospective04/05/2025
East Texas Baptist University stands out to me because of its strong faith-based community, diverse academic options, and engaging student life. I’m especially drawn to how ETBU integrates Christian values into education, creating a supportive environment where students can grow spiritually and academically. The university’s commitment to global learning, such as study abroad programs in places like Ecuador and Israel, is inspiring and aligns with my interest in cultural exploration. With a high percentage of students living on campus, ETBU also offers a close-knit community that encourages involvement and personal development. Overall, ETBU feels like a place where I could thrive and truly belong.
Daniel
11/21/2022
ETBU wasn't my first choice and felt kind of irritated for having to come here. However, as classes progressed and new friends were made, I've come to appreciate and enjoy everything ETBU has to offer. There is nothing negative to be found in, on, or about ETBU. Although much different from a public university (class sizes, sports, etc.) it is still a great experience!
Maddison
05/15/2020
This University is amazing! I love the coaches and the staff. The campus is gorgeous and they continue to update it to keep all their students and staff safe. Everyone is super friendly, supportive, and helpful. I couldn't ask for a better campus experience!
Madison
04/03/2020
I think East Texas Baptist University is a very good school but if you are looking for a place that isn't strict and you can party all the time this isn't the place to go. ETBU is a very intelligent school and they offer so many great opportunities.
Isaac
01/23/2020
This college seems to be a really good college. I have had some school mates that go there currently and they love it there. This is a very well rounded college concerning academics, athletics, and religion. ETBU would be my number one choice if i were not going to a community college.
jeremy
01/14/2020
I have had multiple friends that attended ETBU and loved it. they have a very nice campus that is a good medium size. it doesn't feel like a city but it doesn't feel like a small back country town. the food is also great. they have a buffet line which makes it easy to get enough food as well as providing you with a variety of options.
Avrie
07/21/2019
I fell in love with the school when I first visited the campus and I still feel the exact same way! It is an amazing school with such a beautiful campus and overall environment. I am so excited to go back every time I leave and I truly feel at home when I am there.
Monica
06/12/2019
ETBU is a small school nestled in the woods of East Texas, although it is a nice school, there isn't much to do outside of the campus. The campus is beautiful, the people are nice, and always willing to help. All the professors I have dealt with are awesome and willing to help at anytime.
Sophie
06/09/2019
East Texas Baptist University is a fantastic environment to receive your degree. The professors are always willing to help if you have any questions, and the campus is small, so it is easy to make friends. There are many groups and clubs you can join at ETBU that helps the students stay involved.
Victoria
11/03/2018
I absolutely LOVE ETBU. The professors are so encouraging and are always available for counseling, prayer, assignment assistance, encouragement, and joking around. The on-campus housing is a hit-or-miss. Freshmen have the best dorms, but the other dorms are not absolutely atrocious. ETBU has been such a blessing. And the coffee shop down the street, Joe Pine, is a great homework spot.
Gabrielle
08/10/2018
I absolutely love ETBU! It is filled with wholesome believers in Christ. I’ve made it my home and I met so many people to call my friends! The professors are open to help students understand material if needed. So I don’t worry about being intimidated. ETBU offers one on one tutoring in any subject, free! So it is a great way to stay academically successful as well as on fire for the Lord!
Fabiola
06/15/2018
I took two classes with them my senior year. My professors were always there to help and ensured that I understood the material that was being taught. Whenever I would email them, they always responded quickly. They have a gym, and a pool! They’re both very fun! They have a Cafeteria in the student center and they sell Starbucks. The library is always a great place to study, it is always nice and quiet and easy to concentrate.
Ariana
06/14/2018
The campus if fairly small, which is a good thing due to having a really close family of students and faculty. Everybody is engaging with each other and always spread positivity.
Chloe
05/25/2018
Beautiful.
Encouraging.
Safe.
You cannot go a few steps without learning and meeting friendly people.
People are very happy.
I'm glad they give great emails to notify facility updates.
Great recreational opportunities.
Great emails notifying scholarship opportunities.
Kristina
05/22/2018
I love ETBU, the environment is so friendly and the professors really care about the students. The professors really want the students to ask for help no matter what, the email response time is usually within that day or within hours of when the email was sent.
The fall 2020 acceptance rate for East Texas Baptist University is 50%. That means, out of _____ applications received in 2020, _____ students were offered admission.
What should every freshman at your school know before they start?
Jana, I know you think that you have a lot of time and everything will fall into place but the truth is that is not how the real world works. Choosing the right college takes a lot of work and time. You know the most important things to you in a University are; 1) a Christian University 2) a small/medium size population 3) a chance to play softball. Going off of these three musts in a college you can narrow it down. Next, you should decide if you want to stay in state or go out of state. Going on campus trips is a must!!! Virtual tours are nice but they still do not give you the true feel. You should talk to current students and faculty members at each university. Keep your mind open. After visiting every potential University sit down visualize yourself at every school and think not only of what the school can do for you but also how you may impact the school. Asking for someone else's opinion is fine but remember in the end this is your life!! Lastly and most importantly pray that God will guide you to make the right decision.
Describe how your school looks to someone who's never seen it.
It is my home away from home; very friendly, sociable and easy to get involved if you really want it; as well as having small classes which always students to receive more attention from their professors.
What's the most frustrating thing about your school?
The internal contradiction. We are a Christian school with a Christian mission yet we do not even reach out to the poor neighborhood that our school is located in. Some of the outreaches to the community are very beneficial yet we stll make sure everyone know that it is the rich white school in town that is dong it instead of being the hands and feet of Christ. This just further strengthens the divide between our community and internally with students who aren't believers.
My classmates are very diverse, some are very spiritual and focused on school some are very worldly and like to party drink and smoke all the time and some are only in college foe sports but they are all for the most part, great people to get to know.
I would encourage Christian students to attend this school because it is Christian oriented. The majority of the people there are Christians of different denominations.
All students must apply yearly for financial aid. This process starts with the FAFSA.
Though financial aid deadlines vary by school, it is a good idea to apply as soon as possible. For the upcoming school year, you can apply as early as October 1 for the FAFSA. Additional school aid will be dependent on the FAFSA results.
100% of students attending East Texas Baptist University receive some sort of financial aid.
46% were awarded federal grants.75%received federal loans. Many students do also need to apply for additional private student loans.
