Cost & ROI · 2026
Is Eastern International College-Jersey City worth it?
Pay $21,111/yr after aid. Graduates earn a median of $35,008 ten years out — about 1.7× the annual cost. EduGradify value grade: D.
The ROI math, in 30 seconds
Benchmarks
Eastern International College-Jersey City vs New Jersey avg vs national avg
How this school stacks up against the typical New Jersey college and the typical US college.
| Metric | Eastern International College-Jersey City | New Jersey avg | National avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avg net price | ▼ $21,111 | $17,812 | $18,467 |
| Median earnings 10y | ▼ $35,008 | $55,389 | $50,834 |
| Median debt | ▼ $24,751 | $18,125 | $19,694 |
| Graduation rate | ▼ 34.1% | 48.8% | 49.9% |
| Acceptance rate | ▼ 69.6% | 74.4% | 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.
Sticker price (without aid) would run roughly $104,728 over four years. Most students get $5,071/yr in grants and scholarships.
Debt math
Loan repayment scenarios
If you borrow the median $24,751 at a 6.5% federal rate, here's what each repayment plan looks like.
Debt-to-earnings: 71% of one year's median pay. Financial advisors recommend keeping student debt under 100% of expected first-year salary. You're below the recommended ceiling.
Lifetime impact
Lifetime earnings boost vs no degree
Over a typical 40-year career, the median Eastern International College-Jersey City grad earns about -$399,680 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 Eastern International College-Jersey City
The average student at Eastern International College-Jersey City pays $21,111 a year after grants and scholarships, against a $26,182 published sticker price. That is above the NJ average net price of $17,812.
Ten years after entry, graduates earn a median of $35,008 — below the NJ median of $55,389. Weighed against what students actually pay, EduGradify models this as an exceptional investment.
Typical graduates borrow about $24,751, roughly $269 a month on a standard ten-year plan — a heavy load at about 71% of one year's median earnings.
Smart alternatives
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Cost & ROI questions
What is the net price at Eastern International College-Jersey City?
The average net price — what students actually pay after grants and scholarships — is $21,111 per year. That's $5,071/yr in financial aid against the $26,182 sticker price. Over four years, that adds up to roughly $84,444.
How much do Eastern International College-Jersey City graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, Eastern International College-Jersey City graduates earn a median of $35,008 per year — below the national average of $50,834. That's about 1.7× the annual net cost.
How much debt do Eastern International College-Jersey City graduates take on?
Median federal loan debt at graduation is $24,751 — about $269/month on a standard 10-year repayment plan (assuming a 6.5% federal rate). 61.2% of students take federal loans.
Is Eastern International College-Jersey City worth the cost?
EduGradify assigns Eastern International College-Jersey City a value grade of D — top 90% on real ROI nationally. The math: pay $21,111/yr, earn $35,008/yr ten years out, ROI score of 4.15. Exceptional Investment.
What financial aid is available at Eastern International College-Jersey City?
38.6% of students receive federal Pell Grants (need-based federal aid). 61.2% take federal student loans. On average, students get $5,071 per year in grants and scholarships off the sticker price.
What's the difference between in-state and out-of-state tuition at Eastern International College-Jersey City?
In-state tuition is $18,383 per year. Out-of-state tuition is $18,383 per year — a difference of $0/yr or $0 over four years.
How does net price change with family income at Eastern International College-Jersey City?
Net price is income-adjusted — lower-income families typically pay much less. Students from families earning under $30k pay about $21,111. 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 →