Campus Vibe
Known for health sciences — close-knit campus
East Texas Baptist University is a private institution in Marshall with particular strength in health sciences and business.
A small campus of 1.4K undergraduates with a 15:1 student-faculty ratio. The town location creates a classic college-town feel.
48% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $52,788 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $23,790.
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News & Alerts
East Texas Baptist University Launches New Data Science Minor
Starting Fall 2026, students can pursue an interdisciplinary data science minor combining CS, statistics, and domain courses.
Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27
The board of trustees approved a 3.2% tuition increase for the upcoming academic year, in line with peer institutions.
Admissions
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
Debt & Aid Detail
Net Price Trend
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
46.9%
Avg Tuition Increase
3.2%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$15,030
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
9
Peer Average
13
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus security, emergency notification system
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
Programs (58)
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
69%
- •69% first-year retention rate
- •Active student organizations
- •Engaged campus community
Mental Health Services
Counselor Ratio
1:350
24/7 Crisis Line
Yes
Free Sessions
12 per year
Avg Wait
5 days
Walk-in hours available weekdays
Disability Services
ADA-compliant campus with ongoing accessibility improvements
Dining
Rating
★★★★☆
Score
4/5
Meal Plan
$6,200/yr
Multiple dining halls with farm-to-table options
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
Rankings
More About This School
History & Fun Facts
- •ETBU was founded as the "College of Marshall" in 1912, after a campaign to create a Southern Baptist college in East Texas.
- •The campus' first building, Marshall Hall, was completed in 1916.
- •The College of Marshall opened the following year in 1917 as a two-year junior college and academy.
- •The college was greatly enlarged during the tenure of President Frank Shelby Groner who served as president of the college from 1928 until 1942.
Source: Wikipedia
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Housing and food costs are higher than national average