ETBU Viewbook 2017

JOIN THE TIGER FAMILY

EXPERIENCE YOUR HOME ON THE HILL

YOUR COMMUNITY

At East Texas Baptist University, you will find a loving and caring campus community among a diverse population of students who will embrace you as a member of the ETBU Tiger Family. You will be challenged by our committed Christian faculty and staff to pursue God in mind, body, and soul. Our beautiful 253-acre campus nestled in the Piney Woods of East Texas will be your college home.

YOUR CITY

You will enjoy the rich heritage of Marshall, one of Texas’ oldest cities. Named an All-America City by the National Civic League, Marshall is recognized for its citizens’ commitment to community partnership.

ETBU has been an integral part of the city’s history since our founding in 1912. Join other ETBU students in serving the people of Marshall and the greater East Texas region through community engagement and service learning opportunities.

YOUR CHRIST-CENTERED EDUCATION

Through the integration of biblical faith and academic learning, be transformed by the renewing of your mind. In one of over 40 undergraduate degree programs, our faculty will teach you through the lens of a Christian world view. As a graduate of ETBU, you will be prepared to stand as a pillar of influence in order to transform others for God’s glory.

YOUR CALLING

You will be equipped to pursue the call God has placed on your life. Our dedicated faculty and staff will guide you in determining your career path. The ETBU Family will encourage you to follow Christ as a humble servant leader.

Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding; in your ways acknowledge Him and He will make your paths straight. - Proverbs 3:5-6

TRAINING TIGERS

LOCATED IN

TO TRANSFORM

MARSHALL, TEXAS

150 MILES EAST OF DALLAS 40 MILES WEST OF SHREVEPORT, LOUISIANA 200 MILES NORTH OF HOUSTON

THE WORLD SINCE

1912 EMBRACING FAITH ENGAGING MINDS EMPOWERING LEADERS

40+

STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS

20

AVERAGE CLASS SIZE

1,450+

TOTAL ENROLLMENT

14 NCAA

DIVISION III

42

UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS

14:1

STUDENTTO-FACULTY RATIO

+

4 CLUB

8

GRADUATE PROGRAMS

53%

47%

STUDENTS

STUDENTS

FEMALE

MALE

58,915

$

99% of STUDENTS

RECEIVE FINANCIAL AID

JOIN THE CAMPUS COMMUNITY

Go to Tiger Camp. Sing with the Chapel Choir. Join the Spirit Program. Run for Student Government.

Chill on the Hill. Tailgate at the Grove. Show your Tiger Claw. March with the Band. Hear the University Singers. Win the Intramural Championship. Sing the School Song. Participate in Senior Girl Call-Out. Attend the Homecoming Bonfire. Worship in Chapel. Be an RA. Join Student Foundation. Volunteer in Marshall. Eat on the Square. Carol at Christmas on the Hill. Have coffee at the Republic. Hangout in the Quad. Attend a local church. Graduate with Honors. Be a servant leader. Pursue your calling.

And let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds.

- Hebrews 12:1

EMBRACE THE TIGER ATHLETICS CLUB SPORTS BASEBALL BASKETBALL (MEN’S & WOMEN’S) CROSS COUNTRY (MEN’S & WOMEN’S) FOOTBALL SOCCER (MEN’S & WOMEN’S) SOFTBALL TENNIS (MEN’S & WOMEN’S) TRACK & FIELD (MEN’S & WOMEN’S) VOLLEYBALL

BASS FISHING CHEER ICE HOCKEY POM

TIGER SPIRIT Let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us. - Hebrews 12:1

TIGER ATHLETIC ACHIEVEMENTS

3

NATIONAL

CHAMPIONSHIPS

14

AMERICAN

SOUTHWEST CONFERENCE CHAMPIONSHIPS

20

AMERICAN

SOUTHWEST CONFERENCE EAST DIVISION CHAMPIONSHIPS

64

AMERICAN SOUTHWEST CONFERENCE

PLAYOFF

APPEARANCES

17

NCAA

PLAYOFF

APPEARANCES

COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT AND SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES

Contribute one hour per week in community engagement and service learning opportunities throughout the school year.

DOMESTIC & INTERNATIONAL MISSION TRIPS Create treasured memories over Spring Break with fellow Tigers as you serve Christ across the nation and around the world.

STUDY ABROAD, GLOBAL STUDY & SERVE, & INTERNATIONAL INTERNSHIPS Spend a semester or a month abroad to enhance your educational experience. Immerse yourself in another culture. Minister to others as you share God’s love.

Then I heard the voice of the Lord saying, “Whom shall I send? And who will go for us?” and I said, “Here am I send me!”

- Isaiah 6:8

WITH ETBU’S COMMUNITY AND MINISTRY PARTNERS, STUDENTS HAVE

LIMITLESS OPPORTUNITIES

And whatever you do, whether in word or deed do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God, the Father, through Him. - Colossians 3:17 UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES BACHELOR OF APPLIED SCIENCE Business Administration Criminal Justice University Studies

BACHELOR OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION Accounting Management Marketing

BACHELOR OF ARTS Child Development Criminal Justice English History International Studies Mass Communication Music Political Science Psychology Religion Sociology Speech Communication Theatre Arts University Studies

BACHELOR OF MUSIC All-Level Music Education Music and Worship in Ministry Piano Performance Vocal Performance BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN NURSING Nursing

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE Athletic Training Biology Business Administration Chemistry Child Development Criminal Justice Health Science Kinesiology-Wellness Management Mass Communication Mathematical Sciences Political Science Psychology Rehabilitative Science Sociology Speech Communication Sport Management University Studies

PROGRAMS OF STUDY BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN EDUCATION Elementary Education (EC-6) with English, Language Arts, and Reading Specialization for Grades 4-8 Elementary Education (EC-6) with Mathematics Specialization for Grades 4-8 Elementary Education (EC-6) with No Specialization Elementary Education (EC-6) with Non-Certifiable Concentration in Church Ministries Elementary Education (EC-6) with Science Specialization for Grades 4-8 Elementary Education (EC-6) with Social Studies Specialization for Grades 4-8 English History Kinesiology (Physical Education) Mathematics Music Science Social Studies Speech Communication Theatre Arts

UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS

GRADUATE DEGREES

Master of Arts in Counseling Master of Arts in Religion Master of Arts in Christian Ministry Master of Business Administration Master of Education Master of Science in Kinesiology

GRADUATE PROGRAMS

SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE FOR ALL STUDENTS $4,000-$11,000 | Academic $1,500-4,500 | Christian Leadership Scholarship ETBU matches up to $2,000 | Church Matching Scholarship $1,500 | Minister’s Dependent DEPARTMENTAL SCHOLARSHIPS $4,000 | Math $4,000 | Biology $4,000 | Chemistry Up to $2,000 | Athletic Training Up to $3,500 | Theatre Arts Up to $5,000 | Music EXCLUSIVE TRANSFER SCHOLARSHIPS $11,000 | Phi Theta Kappa

But seek first the Kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you. - Matthew 6:33

COMPLETE THE ADMISSIONS PROCESS APPLY

Submit an online or printed application for admission and scholarship, and describe your Christian character, leadership, and service.

ACCEPT

Submit all official test scores and transcripts for acceptance consideration.

ASSIST

Complete the FAFSA and see the options and affordability of a Christcentered education.

ATTEND

Register and get ready to start your journey as part of the Tiger Family.

Submit official transcripts, SAT and/or ACT scores to: admissions@etbu.edu or Attn: ETBU Admissions One Tiger Drive Marshall, TX 75670

WWW.ETBU.COM/ADMISSIONS

for more information

You are the light of the world. A city built on a hill cannot be hidden. - Matthew 5:14

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