C
Average
Score: 52/100
Overall (traditional)
B
Outcome Rating
65/100 · earnings-weighted

Goldey-Beacom College

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Wilmington, Delaware 19808
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Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (B) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 59%
Outcomes
B
73/100
Affordability
D
43/100
Resources
C
47/100
Experience
B
67/100
Prestige
F
29/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

1,074
Total Enrollment
59%
Graduation Rate
77%
Retention Rate
18.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
77%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Goldey-Beacom College, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$59,892
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$45,097
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$18,900
Median debt at graduation
57.4%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
37.9%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 32% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 65th percentile among bachelor’s-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (DE wage index 1.01). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at Goldey-Beacom College

Median pay of bachelor's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Accounting and Related Services$57,534$70,765-7%#465 of 796#506$15,000
Finance and Financial Management Services—$58,992-29%#433 of 452#433—
Business Administration, Management and Operations—$53,230-22%#1017 of 1176#1061$18,473
Psychology—$51,665+2%#420 of 1027#430$17,000
Criminal Justice and Corrections$32,960$48,005-13%#545 of 660#590$19,950

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

The Goldey-Beacom College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $371,270
  • Avg rent near campus: $2,183/mo — vs ~$933/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 19801 (7.8% cap, Wilmington)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $13,440 $13,440
Room $8,400
Board $3,960
Total Cost (On-Campus) $31,861 $31,861

Financial Aid

100%
Receive Any Aid
35%
Receive Pell Grants
37%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

1,074
Total Students
53%
Women
80%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 33%
Hispanic 11%
Black 17%
Asian 2%
Two or More 4%
Non-Resident 26%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 24%
Hybrid (Some Online) 57%
Fully Online 19%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 80%
25-64 (Adult) 11%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Goldey-Beacom College?
Goldey-Beacom College has an acceptance rate of 77%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Goldey-Beacom College?
Tuition at Goldey-Beacom College is $13,440 for in-state students and $13,440 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Goldey-Beacom College?
The graduation rate at Goldey-Beacom College is 59%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Goldey-Beacom College a good school?
Goldey-Beacom College has a Repit College Score of 52/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (D): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (B): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Goldey-Beacom College?
Goldey-Beacom College has a total enrollment of 1,074 students. Most students (80%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology