Cost & ROI · 2026
Is Brigham Young University-Hawaii worth it?
Pay $16,774/yr after aid. Graduates earn a median of $52,064 ten years out — about 3.1× the annual cost. EduGradify value grade: B.
The ROI math, in 30 seconds
Benchmarks
Brigham Young University-Hawaii vs Hawaii avg vs national avg
How this school stacks up against the typical Hawaii college and the typical US college.
| Metric | Brigham Young University-Hawaii | Hawaii avg | National avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avg net price | ▲ $16,774 | $13,789 | $18,467 |
| Median earnings 10y | ▲ $52,064 | $46,113 | $50,834 |
| Median debt | ▲ $9,413 | $13,911 | $19,694 |
| Graduation rate | ▲ 52.6% | 40.4% | 49.9% |
| Acceptance rate | ▼ 47% | 77.8% | 72.3% |
Hidden cost
What you actually pay, by family income
Net price after grants and scholarships changes a lot depending on family income. Find your bracket.
Total cost
4-year cost projection
Estimated net price each year through graduation, assuming a typical 3% annual tuition increase.
Sticker price (without aid) would run roughly $100,392 over four years. Most students get $8,324/yr in grants and scholarships.
Debt math
Loan repayment scenarios
If you borrow the median $9,413 at a 6.5% federal rate, here's what each repayment plan looks like.
Debt-to-earnings: 18% of one year's median pay. Financial advisors recommend keeping student debt under 100% of expected first-year salary. You're well below that threshold.
Lifetime impact
Lifetime earnings boost vs no degree
Over a typical 40-year career, the median Brigham Young University-Hawaii grad earns about $282,560 more than a high school graduate (assuming HS median ≈ $45k/yr, BLS).
Caveat: this is a population median, not a guarantee. Actual outcomes vary widely by major, career path, and individual choices. We're showing the median to set realistic expectations.
The verdict
What the numbers say about Brigham Young University-Hawaii
The average student at Brigham Young University-Hawaii pays $16,774 a year after grants and scholarships, against a $25,098 published sticker price. That is above the HI average net price of $13,789.
Ten years after entry, graduates earn a median of $52,064 — above the HI median of $46,113. Weighed against what students actually pay, EduGradify models this as an exceptional investment.
Typical graduates borrow about $9,413, roughly $102 a month on a standard ten-year plan — a manageable load at about 18% of one year's median earnings.
Smart alternatives
Cheaper Hawaii colleges with comparable outcomes
Same state, at least 20% lower net price, with earnings within reach of Brigham Young University-Hawaii.
Frequently asked
Cost & ROI questions
What is the net price at Brigham Young University-Hawaii?
The average net price — what students actually pay after grants and scholarships — is $16,774 per year. That's $8,324/yr in financial aid against the $25,098 sticker price. Over four years, that adds up to roughly $67,096.
How much do Brigham Young University-Hawaii graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, Brigham Young University-Hawaii graduates earn a median of $52,064 per year — above the national average of $50,834. That's about 3.1× the annual net cost.
How much debt do Brigham Young University-Hawaii graduates take on?
Median federal loan debt at graduation is $9,413 — about $102/month on a standard 10-year repayment plan (assuming a 6.5% federal rate). 7.3% of students take federal loans.
Is Brigham Young University-Hawaii worth the cost?
EduGradify assigns Brigham Young University-Hawaii a value grade of B — top 47% on real ROI nationally. The math: pay $16,774/yr, earn $52,064/yr ten years out, ROI score of 7.76. Exceptional Investment.
What financial aid is available at Brigham Young University-Hawaii?
15.1% of students receive federal Pell Grants (need-based federal aid). 7.3% take federal student loans. On average, students get $8,324 per year in grants and scholarships off the sticker price.
What's the difference between in-state and out-of-state tuition at Brigham Young University-Hawaii?
In-state tuition is $6,630 per year. Out-of-state tuition is $6,630 per year — a difference of $0/yr or $0 over four years.
How does net price change with family income at Brigham Young University-Hawaii?
Net price is income-adjusted — lower-income families typically pay much less. Students from families earning under $30k pay about $11,623. Students from families earning over $110k pay about $22,582. See the chart below for all five income bands.
How we calculate ROI
Every number on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. ROI score = (median earnings 10 years out × 10) / (avg net price × 4). The higher the ratio, the more graduates earn per dollar invested. We then percentile-rank every US college on that score to assign letter grades A+ through D. Read the full methodology →