Cost & ROI · 2026
Is Eagle Gate College-Layton worth it?
Pay $25,873/yr after aid. Graduates earn a median of $37,518 ten years out — about 1.5× the annual cost. EduGradify value grade: D.
The ROI math, in 30 seconds
Benchmarks
Eagle Gate College-Layton vs Utah avg vs national avg
How this school stacks up against the typical Utah college and the typical US college.
| Metric | Eagle Gate College-Layton | Utah avg | National avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avg net price | ▼ $25,873 | $20,521 | $18,467 |
| Median earnings 10y | ▼ $37,518 | $53,187 | $50,834 |
| Median debt | ▼ $43,021 | $18,342 | $19,694 |
| Graduation rate | ▼ 38.5% | 51.8% | 49.9% |
| Acceptance rate | — | 80.4% | 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.
Debt math
Loan repayment scenarios
If you borrow the median $43,021 at a 6.5% federal rate, here's what each repayment plan looks like.
Debt-to-earnings: 115% of one year's median pay. Financial advisors recommend keeping student debt under 100% of expected first-year salary. You're above the recommended ceiling — borrow carefully.
Lifetime impact
Lifetime earnings boost vs no degree
Over a typical 40-year career, the median Eagle Gate College-Layton grad earns about -$299,280 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 Eagle Gate College-Layton
The average student at Eagle Gate College-Layton pays $25,873 a year after grants and scholarships. That is above the UT average net price of $20,521.
Ten years after entry, graduates earn a median of $37,518 — below the UT median of $53,187. Weighed against what students actually pay, EduGradify models this as an exceptional investment.
Typical graduates borrow about $43,021, roughly $467 a month on a standard ten-year plan — a heavy load at about 115% of one year's median earnings.
Smart alternatives
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Cost & ROI questions
What is the net price at Eagle Gate College-Layton?
The average net price — what students actually pay after grants and scholarships — is $25,873 per year. Over four years, that adds up to roughly $103,492.
How much do Eagle Gate College-Layton graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, Eagle Gate College-Layton graduates earn a median of $37,518 per year — below the national average of $50,834. That's about 1.5× the annual net cost.
How much debt do Eagle Gate College-Layton graduates take on?
Median federal loan debt at graduation is $43,021 — about $467/month on a standard 10-year repayment plan (assuming a 6.5% federal rate). 46.5% of students take federal loans.
Is Eagle Gate College-Layton worth the cost?
EduGradify assigns Eagle Gate College-Layton a value grade of D — top 93% on real ROI nationally. The math: pay $25,873/yr, earn $37,518/yr ten years out, ROI score of 3.63. Exceptional Investment.
What financial aid is available at Eagle Gate College-Layton?
37.6% of students receive federal Pell Grants (need-based federal aid). 46.5% take federal student loans.
How does net price change with family income at Eagle Gate College-Layton?
Net price is income-adjusted — lower-income families typically pay much less. Students from families earning under $30k pay about $18,399. Students from families earning over $110k pay about $29,491. 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 →