About
About East Texas Baptist University
East Texas Baptist University is a private university in Marshall, TX, known for its faith-based mission, small class sizes, and nursing and health focus. With an acceptance rate of 68%, ETBU is accessible for most qualified applicants, typically enrolling around 391 students each year. ETBU is test optional; submitting a strong score can strengthen an application, though it is not required for consideration. ETBU offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $18,794 per year; the sticker price of $41,224 may look very different from what your family actually pays.
Admissions
East Texas Baptist University acceptance rate and admitted student profile
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Financial Aid & Cost
What East Texas Baptist University actually costs your family
Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.
| Family Income | Sticker Price | Avg. Net Cost / yr |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | ~$41k/yr | $20.4k |
| 30k-48k | ~$41k/yr | $20.4k |
| 48k-75k | ~$41k/yr | $20.1k |
| 75k-110k | ~$41k/yr | $25.3k |
| 110k+ | ~$41k/yr | $28.5k |
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Outcomes & Campus
Student outcomes and campus profile
Student Body
Student body composition
Race & Ethnicity