Students may only receive 2 unfunded scholarships.
Unfunded scholarships are noted with an asterik (*).
   The amounts listed below are for new students beginning Fall 2007 and Spring 2008.

ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIPS

* Students must maintain full-time status.
* Scholarships for freshmen or those transferring less than 24 hours are based on ACT or SAT scores.
* Scholarships for those who transfer 24 hours or more are based on transfer GPA.
* Must live in campus housing unless permanent residence is within commuting distance.

H.D. Bruce National Merit Scholarship

• For first-time freshman
• Full scholarship renewable for 4 years
• Includes tuition, fees, room and board
  Requirements:
• Selected as a National Merit Semi-Finalist
• Maintain full-time student status
• Not eligible for other ETBU scholarships
• Maintain a 3.5 GPA
• Must live in Campus Housing

Academic Scholarship Level III* - $3,150 per academic year

Requirements:

• ACT of 26 - 27 or SAT (Reading & Math) of 1160 - 1230 OR Transfer at least 24 hours with a 3.2 GPA.
• Maintain a 3.2 GPA and full-time status

Academic Scholarship Level IV* - $2,100 per academic year

Requirements:

• ACT of 24 - 25 or SAT (Reading & Math) of 1090 - 1150 OR Transferat least 24 hours with a 3.0 - 3.199 GPA
• Maintain at least a 3.0 GPA and full-time status.

High School Honor Graduate Scholarship

• Valedictorian: One-Half Tuition
• Salutatorian: One-Fourth Tuition
• For first-time freshmen (awards are for eight semesters)
• Must graduate from an accredited High School 
• Maintain a 3.4 GPA - Valedictorian/3.2 - Salutatorian and full-time status
• Not eligible for other ETBU academic scholarships

CHURCH RELATED SCHOLARSHIPS

Christian Education Cooperative Grant*

• Requires a separate application (available on FORMS page)
• Church must supply initial funds
• Must re-apply annually
• Requires a church action, verified by pastor
• University will match home church contribution amount up to $1100 per academic year

• Initial applicants must be a member in good standing of a Baptist Church (regardless of denominational affiliation or geographical location) Applications available here or by contacting the School of Christian Studies office.
• Renewals must be signed by the pastor of a church cooperating with the Baptist General Convention of Texas
• Provide local approval (certification), license or ordination papers from a Baptist church
• Participate in Advance in Ministry program and complete Religion 2340 (Ministry Formations) before graduation
• Be an ETBU student in good standing
• Submit annual renewal application through the School of Christian Studies Office
• $60 per semester hour

• Initial application required (available on FORMS page). Renewable each year therafter 
• Display Christian Leadership through various activities (see application)
• Recommendation from pastor/staff member
• Maintain 2.0 GPA
• $800 to $4,000 per academic year

Southern Baptist Staff Dependent Scholarship

• For dependents of full-time staff of Southern Baptist Churches or agencies
• Maintain 2.0 GPA
• $800 per academic year

Missionary Scholarship

Students who receive the International Mission Board Post-Secondary MK Allowance are also eligible to receive from East Texas Baptist University a scholarship equal to $2500 per academic year for a maximum of four years. In addition, the student will be eligible for the $800 per year Minister's Dependent Scholarship. All students are required to file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Students receiving the MK tuition discount are not eligible for scholarships or other assistance from East Texas Baptist University.

ADDITIONAL SCHOLARSHIPS

ETBU Scholarship/Blue and Gold Scholarship*

• For consideration, a student must submit a FAFSA.

Sibling Scholarship

• Available to brothers and sisters who are concurrently enrolled at ETBU
• $1100 per academic year

Residence Hall Scholarship*

• This is a single student residence hall scholarship for students who graduate from a high school in Harrison, Marion, Gregg, or Panola County as well as those from Caddo or Bossier Parish. It is equivalent to the cost of a double occupancy room in Feagin and Merle Bruce halls. Students choosing to live in other residence halls will be required to pay the difference in cost.

Pilgrim Pride Scholarship

• $500 - $3000 per academic year
• Awarded to employees of Pilgrims Pride Industries and their dependents

Hope Pierce Tartt

• $1000 - $3000 per academic year
• Primarily for Harrison County residents with ACT of 18 or SAT (Reading & Math) of 860 and a 2.0 GPA
• Students must demonstrate financial need as determined by the FAFSA

Music and Theatre Scholarships

• Are available by demonstrating an exceptional level of performance during an on-campus audition. Dates for auditions may be obtained through the Music and Theatre Departments
• Music: 903.923.2158
• Theatre: 903.923.2291

Additionally, you may qualify for some departmental and other scholarships. Check the Finance Section of the Catalog for more detailed information.