East Texas Baptist University

1209 N Grove, Marshall, TX 75670-149 - View Map View Map

School Notes Overview:

    East Texas Baptist University is an undergraduate institution affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas since 1912. Our purpose is the development of intellectual inquiry, social consciousness, wellness, skills for a contemporary society, global awareness, and Christian character, for we believe that these endeavors prepare students to accept the obligations and opportunities to serve humanity and the Kingdom of God. Our primary focus is on a quality academic program of baccalaureate studies in the humanities, natural and social sciences, fine arts, and selected professional areas.

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School Overview:

East Texas Baptist University
County Harrison County, TX
Title IV Eligible Yes
Carnegie Classification Baccalaureate (Liberal Arts) Colleges II
Institution Level 4 or more years
Institution Control Private, non-profit
Full-Time Undergraduate 1,176 students
Part-Time Undergraduate 150 students
 
Total Enrollment 1,326 students
Total Dormitory Capacity 1,120 students
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid 85%
% Students Receiving Federal Grants 43%
Avg. Amount Of Federal Grants Received $2,794
% Students Receiving State/Local Grants 62%
Avg. Amount Of State/Local Grants Received $3,676
% Students Receiving Institutional Grants 85%
Avg. Amount Of Institutional Grants Received $3,688
% Students Receiving Loans 76%
Avg. Amount Of Loan Received $3,833

School Notes:

  • "East Texas Baptist University dedicates itself to excellence in service to our students as they prepare themselves for the 21st Century. The faculty and staff of our university are committed to the psychological, physical and spiritual development of each student. The integration of personal faith and academic discipline provides a foundation for our students to reach their educational, personal and professional goals as they study and learn at ETBU."
  • ETBU offers different bachelor's degrees in numerous areas of study that will help make your future plans a reality. East Texas Baptist University is dedicated to helping students from all financial backgrounds achieve their dreams of gaining a quality education.
  • East Texas Baptist University is located in Marshall, Texas, an historic city of 25,000 nestled in the scenic piney woods of East Texas. It is part of a larger metropolitan area of Longview, Texas, and Shreveport, Louisiana, and is located 150 miles east of Dallas, on Interstate 20. Marshall is in the center of a recreational and tourist region, and is near the Caddo Lake recreational area.
  • East Texas Baptist University is accredited by The Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools,National Association of Schools of Music,Commissions of Collegiate Nursing Education, The Board of Nurse Examiners for the State of Texas.
  • Profile last updated: 00/00/0000.

In the News:

  • Tigers announce changes to both coordinator positions (KTAL Shreveport)
    posted on July 7, 2011 at 08:42:26 pm
    MARSHALL, Texas - East Texas Baptist University head football coach Mark Sartain announced Thursday that Mike Papas has been named the Tigers' new offensive coordinator.
  • Signs aimed at helping visitors find their way around Marshall (The Marshall News Messenger)
    posted on July 6, 2011 at 01:50:32 pm
    Most locals already know how to navigate their way over to the T&P Depot and Museum, Caddo Lake or East Texas Baptist University. Now visitors will be able to find their way to these with greater ease as they come in on major highways with the recent installation of new wayfinding signs.
  • ETBU football returns from Poland & Croatia (KSLA-TV Shreveport)
    posted on June 30, 2011 at 09:04:15 pm
    Two teams of East Texas Baptist University football players and coaches are back in Texas following separate trips to Poland and Croatia in which the Tigers participated in various activities including football camps, construction projects, and, to a certain degree, remembering the past.
  • Turnipseed graduates with honors (Leesville Daily Leader)
    posted on June 25, 2011 at 01:53:45 pm
    Anacoco native Jacob Turnipseed recieved his Bachelor of Science in University Studies degree from East Texas Baptist University in Marshall, Texas on Saturday, May 7 during Spring Commencement. Turnipseed also was named to the Dean's List with Honors for the Spring 2011 semester.
  • Hempstead’s Thompson signs with ETBU (Waller County News Citizen)
    posted on June 22, 2011 at 09:29:14 pm
    Deon Thompson, a senior at Hempstead High School, signed a letter of intent to play football with East Texas Baptist University during a special ceremony held on Monday, May 16, at the school. Deon’s

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