Goldey-Beacom College
A good fit for students who want accessible admissions and students who want small classes and close faculty access. no major red flags in the data. a private nonprofit school with 634 students.
About This School
Goldey-Beacom College is a private nonprofit institution located in Wilmington, Delaware with approximately 634 undergraduate students enrolled. Goldey-Beacom College has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 77%. The average net price after financial aid is $16,957 per year. The graduation rate is 59%, and the typical graduate earns $48,800 within 10 years of enrollment.
Goldey–Beacom College is a private university in Wilmington, Delaware, United States. Its setting is suburban with a campus of 24 acres (9.7 ha). It uses a semester-based academic calendar and is accredited to award certificates, associate, baccalaureate, master's, and doctoral degrees. The institution traces its origins to 1886 when H. S. Goldey opened the Wilmington Commercial College.
The numbers tell a mixed story here: the $16,957 average net price and relatively low median debt of $14,375 make this an affordable option, especially for students focused on business in the Wilmington/Delaware corporate corridor. However, a 59% graduation rate is a real concern — nearly 4 in 10 students don't finish — and median earnings of $48,800 a decade out are modest, so you'll want to think carefully about whether the degree translates to your specific career goals. Worth considering if you want a small, low-cost business-focused college and have a clear plan, but compare it against nearby state schools before committing.
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Will This School Pay Off?
Strong return. Graduates earn well above their debt load.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (634 undergraduates).
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