C
Average
Score: 52/100
Overall (traditional)
C
Outcome Rating
48/100 · earnings-weighted

East Texas Baptist University

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Marshall, Texas 75670
East Texas Baptist University campus, Marshall, TX
East Texas Baptist University campus, Marshall, TX. Photo: Michael Barera, CC BY-SA 4.0 via Wikimedia Commons.
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Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (B) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 48%
Outcomes
B
65/100
Affordability
F
23/100
Resources
C+
57/100
Experience
A
83/100
Prestige
D
35/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

1,833
Total Enrollment
48%
Graduation Rate
69%
Retention Rate
15.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
60%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at East Texas Baptist University, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$52,788
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$41,759
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$23,250
Median debt at graduation
47.1%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
32.2%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 44% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 43rd percentile among bachelor’s-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (TX wage index 0.97). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at East Texas Baptist University

Median pay of bachelor's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing$74,452————$26,000
Business Administration, Management and Operations$37,188$46,855-31%#1135 of 1176#1147$19,750
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods$44,547————$26,000
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies$31,652$40,577-27%#203 of 207#204$25,125
Criminal Justice and Corrections$34,506————$25,000

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

The East Texas Baptist University Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $126,027
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,048/mo — vs ~$556/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 75670 (6.5% cap, Marshall)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $28,500 $28,500
Room $5,000
Board $5,629
Total Cost (On-Campus) $44,661 $44,661

Financial Aid

99%
Receive Any Aid
37%
Receive Pell Grants
67%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 36 grads/yr Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other 29 grads/yr Business/Commerce, General 24 grads/yr Elementary Education and Teaching 17 grads/yr Finance, General 15 grads/yr Sport and Fitness Administration/Management 14 grads/yr Business Administration and Management, General 14 grads/yr Mass Communication/Media Studies 13 grads/yr Psychology, General 12 grads/yr Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist 12 grads/yr History, General 12 grads/yr Communication Management and Strategic Communications 11 grads/yr Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness, General 9 grads/yr Exercise Science and Kinesiology 8 grads/yr Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General 8 grads/yr Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other 7 grads/yr Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies 7 grads/yr Religious/Sacred Music 6 grads/yr Religion/Religious Studies 6 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration 6 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from East Texas Baptist University's top programs commonly pursue.

Registered nurses
$94k/yr 3,391,000 jobs
Nursing instructors and teachers, postsecondary
$80k/yr 91,600 jobs
Chief executives
$206k/yr 309,400 jobs
Sales managers
$138k/yr 619,500 jobs
Managers, all other
$137k/yr 1,333,700 jobs
Industrial production managers
$121k/yr 241,900 jobs
Administrative services managers
$108k/yr 271,200 jobs
Construction managers
$107k/yr 550,300 jobs

Student Demographics

1,833
Total Students
54%
Women
74%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 64%
Hispanic 13%
Black 16%
Asian 2%
Non-Resident 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 68%
Hybrid (Some Online) 20%
Fully Online 12%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 74%
25-64 (Adult) 7%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at East Texas Baptist University?
East Texas Baptist University has an acceptance rate of 60%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend East Texas Baptist University?
Tuition at East Texas Baptist University is $28,500 for in-state students and $28,500 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at East Texas Baptist University?
The graduation rate at East Texas Baptist University is 48%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is East Texas Baptist University a good school?
East Texas Baptist University has a Repit College Score of 52/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (A): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend East Texas Baptist University?
East Texas Baptist University has a total enrollment of 1,833 students. Most students (74%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology