PrivateTownEast Texas Baptist University
Marshall, Texas 75670-1498
Data last updated: August 29, 2026
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.
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
Admissions
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.
Typical Application Requirements
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
47.0%
Avg Tuition Increase
3.2%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$15,030
Programs (58)
Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
69%
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
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).
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Estimated from TX state average