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East Texas Baptist University Reviews

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  • 6 out of 6 people found this review useful.

    Nicole

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    Professors at ETBU are always going above and beyond. They're available quite often if you ever need help. It's obvious that they love to do what they're doing.
    Am enjoying being here

    Since it's such a small campus and it's required (in most cases) to live on campus, it's easy to make and stay in touch with alot of people. I've already made a ton of new friends in my first semester.
    Bang for the buck

    It is a private school, so it does cost more than public schools. Financial aid is really good at putting together scholarship packages to help you out though.
    Great for these types of students

    Students looking for a small campus. I personally love how independent I can be because of the school's size. :)

  • 3 out of 3 people found this review useful.

    Caitlynn from Spring, TX

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    Teachers show a love for the subject they teach, and are available for extra help if needed. They push you to learn and give your best effort, but are there for you when you struggle. The small class sizes allow for more engaging participation.
    Am enjoying being here

    The campus always has something going on. Whether it be small group bible lessons, corporate worship, or guest musician performing/speaking, there are multiple things one can participate in. This allows for many opportunities to meet new people, and make life-long friends. The Campus itself is beautiful: perfect for walks outside or outdoor gatherings. Overflowing with the love of Christ, the students and faculty are genuine and friendly. All of these factors combined create an enjoyable environment.
    Bang for the buck

    Being a private Christian university, the price tag is fairly large. However, many scholarships are available. The education one receives here, in my opinion, is worth it. With professors who are passionate about Christ, students learn so much more than math and english. Students learns life skills and grow in the Lord. I believe the tuition is a small price to pay for such an education.
    Tips for prospective students

    It is best to look into ETBU early. Make sure you would enjoy going to a small university smaller than some high schools. If so, look at the opportunities available, and check to see if they match what you want to get out of a college.
    Great for these types of students

    ETBU is a wonderful university for those who are on fire for God. If you want to receive an outstanding education, and have multiple missionary opportunities this is the campus for you. The various athletic teams, along with the music program, are great for students who have such interests.

  • 1 out of 1 people found this review useful.

    Brittany from White Oak, TX

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    At ETBU you learn so much more than what you would learn at a larger, less personal university. . The classrooms are small so you can have that one-on-one time with the professor if you are in need of a little extra help. They also teach you life lessons. You learn something new here everyday
    Am enjoying being here

    I love ETBU. I call it my home. The people here are wonderful. There are so many helpful and friendly people here who are easy to talk to. You can also find some older students who have experience in classes and activities and ask them for help
    Bang for the buck

    You will get your money's worth when you go to ETBU. Yes it is an expensive school, but the education you receive is well-worth the expense.
    You also meet some of your best friends here. This school is so much fun as well. School is what you make of it. If you want to party all the time and waste your opportunities, that is your choice. If you want to learn to balance social life and studying that is also your choice, and you will be a better person for learning balance
    Tips for prospective students

    Pick the school that you love and not some school that your friend or boyfriend loves. You need to be where you will feel comfortable and fit in. You need to walk on that campus and feel like this is where you belong. Once you get to the campus you choose, get involved with campus life and your classes. Don't waste the opportunities college has to offer to meet people and gain life experience.
    Great for these types of students

    Great for these types of students

    ETBU is a wonderful school for everyone. They have so many different disciplines to study there. It is one of the few small universities to have a Nationally Accredited Athletic Training Program. They also have an awesome exchange student program.

  • 1 out of 1 people found this review useful.

    Sarah from Lake Jackson, TX

    Reviewer is Accepted here and planning to attend soon. Reviewer has been to campus.

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  • Brittany from Kildare, TX

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    I've enjoyed my time here because I've met many great people. I've developed many close friendships that I hope to carry one, even after I graduate. It's a good Christian environment to be a part of, but tuition is pretty expensive for some, even with the scholarships provided.
    Tips for prospective students

    There are a lot of scholarships that are awarded, but be sure to apply for as many online because living on campus can be pretty expensive.
    Academic Rigor

    The professors are great and very involved with the students. You can tell they authentically care about each student's success in their field of study.
    Dorm Life

    It's awesome if you can afford it. I live on campus my freshman year, but I couldn't afford the housing and meal plan, so I had to start commuting.
    Food and Dining

    The cafeteria has it's good and bad days, but the Subconnection is always a good option.
    What to do for fun

    Hang out with friends and participate in some of the on campus activities. There are usually events each week.
    Bang for the buck

    It's a good Christian environment.
    Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

    There is a road called stage coach that everyone feels the need to go down in order the have the full ETBU experience.
    Great for these types of students

    If you like a smaller campus where the professors are more able to do one-on-one meetings and pretty much everyone is friend, this is the place for you.
    Clubs and Activities

    I'm only involved with a sorority, but there are many other clubs and activities to be a part of.
    Greek Life

    I'm part of Psi Chi, but I don't know much about any other Greek Lives.
    Campus Safety

    The campus is very safe. There are no guns, alcohol, or illegal substances allowed on campus, so I feel like that helps.

  • Jasmine from Longview, TX

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    Great school for Nursing Majors. Plenty of on-campus activities. Great christian environment.
    Tips for prospective students

    You have to keep your grades up to renew your scholarships, so be prepared.
    Academic Rigor

    ETBU has really great professors. They love their jobs, and they want to help you do your best. They also have FREE tutoring.
    Dorm Life

    The apartment style dorms are the best to stay in. You will have your own room, and you will only share a living room, kitchen, and bathroom.
    Food and Dining

    The food is kind of a hit and miss. Sometimes it's great, and sometimes it's just OK.
    What to do for fun

    ETBU has a game room in the student center with Xbox, Wii, ping pong, and a pool table. Many people enjoying sitting at the gazebo's or sitting in the Quad.
    Bang for the buck

    It might seem expensive for such a small school, but it's definitely worth the money.
    Great for these types of students

    Christians, Nursing Majors, Religion Majors, and mostly everyone looking for a great education from a great school.
    Greek Life

    I was not pleased with the Greek life, but that's only a personal opinion.
    Campus Safety

    There is a police officer on campus every night.

  • the girl next door

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    etbu has a very friendly environment, the professors care about your well being and the students are also friendly. it is easy to find a group of friends, and people here are enjoyable to be around.
    Tips for prospective students

    know what you're going to major in before you come to etbu. the hours are not cheap and it would be a shame to spend a large amount of money on something you aren't really into.
    Academic Rigor

    classes that are designed for your major will push you beyond your limits in a good way. gen ed classes here aren't very challenging.
    Dorm Life

    dorm life is great at etbu, you can get plenty of privacy and still be close to your friends when you want to. every month one of the dorms has a dorm event for the whole campus, these events are quite fun. our dorms are not coed. the ac and heaters work great and if there is an issue maintenance is good about fixing it. the only two things i would change are room checks and visitation hours. room checks are every week, and visitation is only 3 hours on week days and 4 on weekends.
    Food and Dining

    the cafeteria food is mediocre at best. we have a sub connection where you can use your flex dollars to purchase a sandwich or soup, and a jazzmans our little coffee shop. though these two are wonderful and will save you from cafeteria food, you won't always be able to run to them because flex dollars are limited.
    What to do for fun

    go to all campus events, movie theatre is about 4 miles from etbu, play intramural sports, go to the bowling alley (next to the movie theatre) or go to longview for a day with friends (longview has many restaurants and places to shop).
    Great for these types of students

    christian, non christian, people who like small class sizes, people who like the one on one feeling with the professor, people looking to be academically challenged in something they love to learn about, and people who want to grow in their faith.

  • Melissa from Garland, TX

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    etbu is a great place to get professors who are willing to help you out with your school work and anything else. at etbu, students are treated as people, and some may say that the community is very strong.
    Tips for prospective students

    get involved in organizations!
    Academic Rigor

    classes are challenging, but not ridiculously difficult.
    Food and Dining

    the food could improve.
    What to do for fun

    attending campus events and getting involved in organizations.
    Bang for the buck

    not too terribly expensive if your grades are good. there are a lot of scholarships available to good students.
    Great for these types of students

    christians who are from small towns.

  • Charles from Beaumont, TX

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    etbu is a very peaceful university with hardly any distractions that will make you lose your focus. the faculty and staff and the students are very friendly that keeps a positive attitude. the school does its best to make sure you feel like you're at home.
    Tips for prospective students

    etbu is beyond a great school for christians. if you believe in god then you will love etbu. there is chapel, bible study, and guest speakers and pastors that talk to you and feed you information about the great lord.
    Academic Rigor

    east texas baptist university is a great academic school. the professors are here for you and not just for a pay check. they actually want to put in effort to help you learn. they want to help you and see you succeed and they are very understanding and are great listeners.
    Dorm Life

    the residence life has very strict rules. not the average college rules but it's reason for that is because of the christian beliefs. it's very secure and the bedrooms are nice and comfortable.
    Food and Dining

    the food and dining is absolutely great! i love the cafeteria and the food is great during breakfast, lunch, and dinner. there is a large variety of food and if you love breakfast like myself there is even a breakfast location in the cafeteria that you can get breakfast at lunch and dinner.
    What to do for fun

    well being a college football player isn't the easiest job. with school work, study hall, practice, and workouts i really don't have much time for a lot of social events. but intramural sports is very big on campus. students love to be involved in intramural sports. i usually don't involve in them but it's always fun to go watch and support my friends.
    Great for these types of students

    athletes and religious students.

  • Kaela from Porter, TX

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    It has a great athletic training program. It's kind of expensive but worth it. The campus is beautiful to walk around.
    Tips for prospective students

    Don't over load your schedule and enjoy it.
    What to do for fun

    Join friends at the student center. Cheap movie theater and bowling.
    Great for these types of students

    Christian

  • Jorge from Princeton, TX

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    East Texas Baptist University's professors are incredibly articulate and are very dedicated to their students. They make themselves available to the students for any academic issue they might have and will work with the students to make sure they pass their class!
    Am enjoying being here

    It's a small campus but by no means is it boring. We have tons of places where you can go with friends to hang out with on-campus and even off-campus there are many places to go out. The people are here are really nice and you'll make friends in no time!
    Bang for the buck

    Personally as a major in Religion East Texas Baptist University provides me with everything I need to succeed in the future. And realistically their tuition prices are great for the quality of education you get here. ETBU also has a great nursing, business, education, and pre-med program and is ranked highly for those programs. I never feel as if I'm wasting my money or time here at ETBU.
    Tips for prospective students

    Get involved. There are tons of little ministries and groups here on campus. Also don't be afraid to ask questions. ETBU's admissions counselors are super helpful at making sure ETBU is a right for you (Which I know it'll be!)
    Great for these types of students

    East Texas Baptist University is a community of faith and that aspect is shown everywhere. This school is really great for Christian students who want to further their faith while also getting a great education!

  • Lindsey from Mesquite, TX

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    The professors will push you and sincerely have great care and concern for your grades as well as your personal life. We are required to take Old as well as New Testament which is enhancing my knowledge of the Lord. Being here is not just about learning facts but it is about learning to apply what you learn in and outside of the classroom.
    Am enjoying being here

    The friends I have made here are unbelievable. They guide me spiritually as well as challenge my walk with the LORD. ETBU offers many opportunities to get involved. Being involved with BSM gets us out into the community to just love on the people who live in and around Marshall. ETBU has gone beyond my expectations.
    Bang for the buck

    The price tag for ETBU is indeed high, but the admissions office has done everything in their will to make it possible to go. My tuition is so cheap my parents nor I have taken out a loan and we are paying out of pocket. If you are looking into ETBU but the price tag scares you away just know admissions will fight for you to come.
    (I didn't mark 5 stars because I am still paying some money).
    Tips for prospective students

    Just come. The community here is wonderful. People truly desire to get to know you. The campus is small so it is just like one huge family who loves one another. I am missing ETBU so much right now. Also do not go home all the time. You form relationships on the weekends so if you are always going home you will be miserable.
    Great for these types of students

    Christians who are in desire of a school built on the faith of Jesus, students who want to go to a smaller school but not a small school, students who desire accountability, students who desire to be themselves (we have some odd styles), students who want to get out into the community to serve, and anyone who desires to be a ETBU Tiger!

  • Margaret from Hawkins, TX

    Reviewer is Accepted here and planning to attend soon. Reviewer has been to campus.

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    Will learn a lot

    I think that with the size of the school, I will learn as much as I possibly can. Also from hearing what students, that are attending this school now, are telling me about the teachers, it is a great opportunity.
    Will enjoy being here

    I think that in an environment where I have to live on campus and be around the school as often as possible, I will have a better chance at succeeding in what I want to do. For me, that is what I will enjoy.
    Bang for the buck

    It is a private school, so it is expensive to go there. In the long run though, I think it will be a better idea for me.