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Private nonprofit, 4-Year
Wilmington, DE

Goldey-Beacom College

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in DE. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$13,440

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

76.5%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

63.0%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$59,892

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Goldey-Beacom College is a distinguished Private nonprofit, 4-Year institution located in Wilmington, DE. With a competitive tuition profile of $13,440, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 63.0% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$53,760

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

1.8 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$29,892

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$245,160

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$544,080

Long-term projected return on your education investment

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at Goldey-Beacom College is $18,900.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
49.2%
50.8%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
37.2%
Black
21.4%
Hispanic
16.6%
Unknown
10.4%
International
7.9%
Two or more
4.7%
Asian
1.4%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.2%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.2%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

4

Burglary

0

Theft

1

Assault

1

Robbery

0

Rape

2

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$13,440

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$14,262
$30k - $48k$13,789
$48k - $75k$17,623
$75k+$19,179

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$18,900
Pell Grant Recipients38.9%
Using Federal Loans38.6%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment52.1%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

Grant Aid (IPEDS 2021)

Avg. Total Grant Aid$9,739
Pell Grant Recipients40.0%

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

76.8%

Success

63.0%

In-State Cost

$13,440

Age 25+ Students

11.4%

Carnegie Class

Master's: Larger

Working at 6yr

215 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Wilmington (City-wide)0.0

Property Crimes

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Wilmington (City-wide)0.0

Stats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.