Established
East Texas Baptist University was founded as the College of Marshall in 1912, later becoming East Texas Baptist College in 1944 and East Texas Baptist University in 1984.
Mission Statement
As a Christ-centered institution, East Texas Baptist University educates students by integrating biblical faith and learning to develop mind, body, and soul through community engagement to prepare graduates to be Christian servant leaders in their calling to God and humanity.
University Theme Verse, Proverbs 3:5-6
"Trust in the Lord with all your heart
and lean not on your own understanding;
in all your ways submit to Him,
and He will make your paths straight."
Alma Mater
"Through the years we have
Honored our song sung to thee,
Sing we now for our University.
Hallowed hills of pine and oak,
A destiny that’s true,
A light that never dies, E-T-B-U!
With our voices joined together,
We lift our song to thee,
Blue and Gold, we behold,
Hail to thee!"
Core Commitments
Embracing Faith
Ensure the integration of biblical faith in curricular and co-curricular experiences including service opportunities while embracing our Baptist heritage.
Engaging Minds
Equip students through excellence in teaching, research, and scholarship to explore God's truth and provide the knowledge and skills for academic success, degree completion, employment opportunity, and lifelong learning.
Empowering Leaders
Develop and deploy Christian servant leaders for their callings to God and to humanity.
Enhancing Community
Create an environment conducive to the development of the whole person through relevant facilities, resources, and services which allows a growing community to utilize their God-given gifts both locally and globally.
Vision Statement
The vision of East Texas Baptist University is to stand boldly as a committed Christ-centered institution of higher learning. In light of the distinct calling to Christian education, the University seeks to inspire and impact students through the renewing of minds and the transformation of hearts for the cause of Christ. The primary focus of the ETBU educational experience is the development of the whole student – intellectually, spiritually, emotionally, socially, and physically – in an unwavering commitment to the transformation of mind, spirit, and body.
Faculty
ETBU currently employs more than 85 full-time faculty who are dedicated Christians who are committed to integrating faith in the classroom.
Student
Student to faculty ratio is 15:1 with an average undergraduate class size of 20.
East Texas Baptist University Seals
![]() College of Marshall 1912 |
![]() East Texas Baptist College 1944 |
![]() East Texas Baptist University 1984 |
Alumni
ETBU has conferred degrees upon 13,042 graduates since its inception in 1912.
Motto
May the Light On the Hill Never Die
Programs
ETBU offers a variety of degree opportunities to equip you for your future career. With over 70 undergraduate programs, 14 master's programs, and 4 doctoral programs to choose from, ETBU connects individuals to their callings.
Accreditation
East Texas Baptist University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award baccalaureate, master's, and doctoral degrees. East Texas Baptist University also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of East Texas Baptist University may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org)
The University is authorized to certify teachers under authorization of the Texas Education Agency and is an accredited member of the National Association of Schools of Music. The ETBU Nursing Program is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education and approved by the Board of Nursing for the State of Texas. The ETBU Clinical Lab Science program is accredited by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences. The ETBU Speech Language Pathology Program is awarded candidacy for accreditation by the Council on Academic Accreditation in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology of the American Speech Language Hearing Association. The B. H. Carroll Theological Seminary at East Texas Baptist University is accredited by the Association of Theological Schools.
Mascot
The tiger mascot for ETBU is represented by brother and sister, "Toby" and "Tabby."
- University Branding
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The official East Texas Baptist University Brand Standard ensures a consistent and recognizable visual identity, which is vital in communicating the core commitments of ETBU. Visual elements such as color, imagery, fonts, and our logo are often the most recognizable elements of the institution’s brand, and applying them cohesively can influence how ETBU is perceived.
ETBU's branding guide and resources are accessible at www.ETBU.edu/branding.
- Electronic Campus Information
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East Texas Baptist University (ETBU) is a member of the Southern Regional Education Board’s Electronic Campus. Navigate to the Electronic Campus page to find information for students who are potentially seeking admission to ETBU online programs through Electronic Campus.
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