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Goldey-Beacom College

Wilmington, Delaware 19808

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Small & IntimateSuburbanPrivateBusiness Focus

Known for business — close-knit campus

Goldey-Beacom College is a private institution in Wilmington with particular strength in business and psychology.

A small campus of 634 undergraduates with a 18:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.

59% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $59,892 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $16,957.

Established
1886
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Type
Private university
Division
Division II

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77%Acceptance
SAT Avg
634Students
18:1Student:Faculty
59%Grad Rate
$59,892Earnings 10yr
$16,957Net Price

News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

Goldey-Beacom College Launches New Data Science Minor

Starting Fall 2026, students can pursue an interdisciplinary data science minor combining CS, statistics, and domain courses.

tuition2026-02-28

Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27

The board of trustees approved a 3.2% tuition increase for the upcoming academic year, in line with peer institutions.

Admissions

Acceptance Rate76.5%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.

Admissions Intel

Acceptance Rate

76.5%

Trend

Yield Rate

35.0%

Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition$13,440
Room & Board$13,869
Books & Supplies$1,240
Total Cost of Attendance$24,633
Average Net Price$16,957
Median Debt at Graduation$18,900
Monthly Payment (10yr)$200

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$14,262
$30–48K$13,789
$48–75K$17,623
$75–110K$19,179
$110K+$21,408

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.

Debt & Aid Detail

Net Price Trend

Tuition Trend

Graduate w/ Zero Debt

61.5%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$14,375

Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

4

Peer Average

3

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus security, emergency notification system

Incident Breakdown (2024)

1

Burglary

0

Aggravated Assault

0

Robbery

0

Motor Vehicle Theft

1

Sex Offenses

0

Arson

1

Drug Arrests

1

Liquor Arrests

Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).

Programs (45)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

77%

Negative
  • 77% first-year retention rate
  • Active student organizations
  • Engaged campus community

Mental Health Services

Counselor Ratio

1:350

24/7 Crisis Line

Yes

Free Sessions

12 per year

Avg Wait

5 days

Walk-in hours available weekdays

Disability Services

Dedicated OfficeOffice of Disability Services
Extended test timeNote-taking assistanceHousing accommodationsAccessible transportation

ADA-compliant campus with ongoing accessibility improvements

Dining

Rating

★★★★☆

Score

4/5

Meal Plan

$6,200/yr

VegetarianVeganGluten-freeHalalKosher

Multiple dining halls with farm-to-table options

Student Body

Undergrads
634
Gender Split
49% / 51%
Women / Men
First Generation
42%
Pell Grant Recipients
39%

Race & Ethnicity

White 37%
Black 21%
Hispanic 17%
Asian 1%
Two+ 5%
Int'l 8%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate58.9%
Freshman Retention76.8%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$45,097
10 Years$59,892

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.

Rankings

U.S. News
#45
2
vs 2024
Forbes
#52
1
vs 2024
Niche
#38
3
vs 2024

Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

112Above Average

Housing and food costs are higher than national average

Climate (School Year)

68°
Sep
55°
Oct
42°
Nov
30°
Dec
25°
Jan
28°
Feb
38°
Mar
50°
Apr
62°
May
Snowfall: 48"Sunny days: 200Rainy days: 120

Nearest Cities

Bostonpop. 675,647
90 miles(95 min)
Hartfordpop. 121,054
60 miles(70 min)

Transit Scores

BikeableCampus shuttle: Free campus shuttle runs 7am-midnight
72
Walk Score
45
Transit Score
68
Bike Score

Local Economy

Unemployment Rate3.2%
Top Employers
UniversityRegional Medical CenterTech corridor firms
Key Industries
EducationHealthcareTechnology

Getting There

Nearest Airports

PHL Philadelphia25 mi
TTN Trenton-Mercer59 mi
ACY Atlantic City62 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA302 mi · ~8h 43m drive
New York, NY111 mi · ~3h 12m drive
Hartford, CT211 mi · ~6h 6m drive
Providence, RI266 mi · ~7h 41m drive
Albany, NY225 mi · ~6h 30m drive
Syracuse, NY230 mi · ~6h 39m drive
Rochester, NY256 mi · ~7h 24m drive
Buffalo, NY273 mi · ~7h 53m drive
Philadelphia, PA31 mi · ~54 min drive
Pittsburgh, PA233 mi · ~6h 44m drive
Harrisburg, PA73 mi · ~2h 7m drive
Newark, NJ105 mi · ~3h 2m drive
Washington, DC92 mi · ~2h 39m drive
Baltimore, MD58 mi · ~1h 41m drive
Atlanta, GA635 mi · ~18h 21m drive
Charlotte, NC421 mi · ~12h 10m drive
Raleigh, NC318 mi · ~9h 11m drive
Miami, FL1000 mi · ~28h 53m drive
Orlando, FL839 mi · ~24h 14m drive
Tampa, FL902 mi · ~26h 3m drive
Nashville, TN652 mi · ~18h 50m drive
New Orleans, LA1057 mi · ~30h 32m drive
Richmond, VA179 mi · ~5h 10m drive
Chicago, IL641 mi · ~18h 31m drive
Detroit, MI423 mi · ~12h 13m drive
Minneapolis, MN965 mi · ~27h 53m drive
St. Louis, MO780 mi · ~22h 32m drive
Kansas City, MO1007 mi · ~29h 5m drive
Indianapolis, IN556 mi · ~16h 4m drive
Columbus, OH388 mi · ~11h 13m drive
Cleveland, OH337 mi · ~9h 44m drive
Milwaukee, WI672 mi · ~19h 25m drive
Dallas, TX1267 mi · ~36h 36m drive
Houston, TX1308 mi · ~37h 47m drive
Austin, TX1404 mi · ~40h 34m drive
San Antonio, TX1474 mi · ~42h 35m drive
Los Angeles, CA2362 mi · ~68h 14m drive
San Francisco, CA2493 mi · ~72h 1m drive
San Diego, CA2340 mi · ~67h 36m drive
Seattle, WA2356 mi · ~68h 4m drive
Portland, OR2387 mi · ~68h 57m drive
Denver, CO1550 mi · ~44h 47m drive
Phoenix, AZ2050 mi · ~59h 13m drive
Salt Lake City, UT1897 mi · ~54h 48m drive
Honolulu, HI4887 mi · ~141h 11m drive
Mid-Atlantic / Central (moderate winters, warm summers)

Visit Planning

Suggested Itinerary

9:00 AMArrive & park
Visitor parking lot
Free parking with visitor pass
9:30 AMCheck in at Admissions
Admissions Office
10:00 AMInformation session
Welcome Center
45 minutes
11:00 AMCampus tour
Starts at Welcome Center
75 minutes, student-led
12:30 PMLunch
Main Dining Hall
Visitor meal passes available
1:30 PMDepartment visit
Academic buildings
Schedule with department directly
2:30 PMExplore campus independently
Library, student center, residence halls

Airport Transit

Philadelphia (PHL)25 miles
Rental car
38 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
50 min$30-50
Trenton-Mercer (TTN)59 miles
Rental car
89 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
118 min$71-118

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