About East Texas Baptist University

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 Rate50%
Application Deadline
Application Fee25
SAT Range870-1050
ACT Range18-22

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”
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”
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  • How would you rate on-campus housing?

    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?

21 Students rated East Texas Baptist University

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.

East Texas Baptist University FAQS

  1. What is the Acceptance Rate at East Texas Baptist University?

    The fall 2020 acceptance rate for East Texas Baptist University is 50%. That means, out of _____ applications received in 2020 , _____ students were offered admission. The number of males who applied was _____ vs the number of females which was _____.

  2. 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.

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  3. 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.

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  4. What's unique about your campus?

    Close to home

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  5. 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.

    Read all 8 answers

  6. Describe the students at your school.

    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.

    Read all 7 answers

  7. What kind of person should attend this school?

    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.

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  8. Describe your favorite campus traditions.

    It is not really known, most people have never even heard of it but if it had to be known for something probably it's southern baptist rules.

    Read all 6 answers

  9. What's the one thing you wish someone had told you about freshman year?

    I desire to have had more academic structure from my high school.

    Read all 6 answers

  10. What do you consider the worst thing about your school? Why?

    I wish there were more things to do on the weekend...it is a college town, but other than that I love my school!

    Read all 5 answers

  11. What kind of person should not attend this school?

    A person who want to simply goof off should not attend East Texas Baptist University.

    Read all 4 answers

  12. Here's your chance: Say anything about your college!

    it is a small christian environment

    Read all 3 answers

  13. What do you brag about most when you tell your friends about your school?

    I made amazing friends at ETBU. Everyone was very friendly and the professors were awesome.

    Read all 3 answers

Student Body

Students

53%

female

47%

male

1,339

Total Undergrad Enrollment

122

Total Grad Students

9%

Out-Of-State

90%

In-State

1%

International

Organizations

37

Student Organizations

2

Fraternities

1

Sororities

Housing

Yes

On-Campus Housing

81%

of students living on campus

Student Diversity

% American Indian/Alaskan Native
N/A
% Asian/Pacific Islander
N/A
% Black or African-American
21%
% Hispanic/Latino
9%
% White or Caucasian
65%

TUITION & AID

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. While 75% received federal loans. Many students do also need to apply for additional private student loans.

Cost Out of State

$24,700

Tuition and fees(Out of state)

$958

Books and Supplies

$8,709

Room and Board

34,367

Total On Campus

Actual Cost By Income Level(W/Financial Aid)

Family Income
Cost
$0 - $30K
$18,454
$30 - $48K
$18,876
$48 - $75K
$19,139
$75 - $110K
$22,282
$110K & UP
$25,527

We use student reviews and the most current publicly available data on our school pages. As such, we don't typically remove or edit college information. Sources for school statistics and data include the U.S. Department of Education's National Center for Education Statistics and the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System. Portions of college data include copyrighted material, which is reproduced on this website by permission of Wintergreen Orchard House, a division of Carnegie Communications. © 2009-2016 by Wintergreen Orchard House. All rights reserved.

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