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Private nonprofit, 4-Year
Marshall, TX

East Texas Baptist University

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in TX. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$30,050

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

60.1%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

45.2%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$52,788

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

East Texas Baptist University is a distinguished Private nonprofit, 4-Year institution located in Marshall, TX. With a competitive tuition profile of $30,050, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 45.2% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$120,200

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

5.3 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$22,788

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$107,680

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$335,560

Long-term projected return on your education investment

Graduation Rate: 45%

Students who don't graduate may still carry debt without the full earnings benefit. Consider program-specific outcomes in the Career Paths section below.

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at East Texas Baptist University is $23,250.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
52.6%
47.4%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
63.6%
Black
16.2%
Hispanic
13.2%
American Indian / Alaska Native
3.3%
International
1.2%
Asian
1.1%
Unknown
1.0%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.3%
Two or more
0.1%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

0

Burglary

0

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$30,050

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$20,306
$30k - $48k$21,898
$48k - $75k$22,088
$75k+$24,843

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$23,250
Pell Grant Recipients31.4%
Using Federal Loans53.1%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment55.5%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

69.2%

Success

45.2%

In-State Cost

$30,050

Age 25+ Students

7.5%

Carnegie Class

Master's: Smaller

Working at 6yr

573 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Marshall (City-wide)0.0

Property Crimes

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Marshall (City-wide)0.0

Stats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.