Colleges / DE / Wilmington

Goldey-Beacom College

Private nonprofit Wilmington, DE · Suburban · Mid-Atlantic · 93% data reported · Agent Insights

58%

Graduation Rate

$59,892

Earnings (10yr)

$15,554

Net Price

85%

Acceptance Rate

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Overview

Goldey-Beacom College has an acceptance rate of 85%, making it accessible to a wide range of students. This high acceptance rate means many students can start their higher education journey here, regardless of their academic background.

According to Chetty/Opportunity Insights data, specific mobility metrics for Goldey-Beacom are not available, but the college emphasizes career-oriented programs that can lead to stable employment. This focus on practical skills is essential in today's job market, particularly for those aiming to improve their economic status.

The net price for attending is $15,554, with a median debt of $18,900 for graduates. Alumni earn an average of $59,892 within ten years of graduation. Students who thrive here are likely those pursuing degrees in business, psychology, or criminal justice, where practical applications and job opportunities are plentiful.

How Goldey-Beacom Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

The Mobility Equation

Mobility = Access x Success. How many low-income students get in, and how many reach the top 20%?

Cost & Financial Aid

$14,940

In-State Tuition

$14,940

Out-of-State

$15,554

Avg Net Price

$18,900

Median Debt

38%

Pell Grant Rate

34%

Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$11,367

Family Income $0–$30K

$14,549

Family Income $30K–$48K

$15,777

Family Income $48K–$75K

$20,121

Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$45,097

6 Years After Entry

$46,889

8 Years

$59,892

10 Years

0.32x

Debt-to-Earnings

66%

Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

Social Mobility

Data: Raj Chetty's Mobility Report Card · 30M+ anonymized tax records

81.32%

Mobility Rate

Bottom 20% → Top 20%

914.8%

Success Rate

If bottom 20% get in

888.9%

From Bottom 20%

Share of students

$80,300

Parent Median Income

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

1.52

Economic Connectedness

Cross-class friendships

0.04

Friending Bias

Lower = more inclusive

1.9%

Volunteering Rate

0.98

Support Ratio

Community support

Academics & Admissions

Acceptance Rate 85%

Retention Rate 72%

Full-Time Faculty 26%

Faculty Salary (mo) $8,592

Diversity Index 0.76

First-Gen Students 42%

Top Programs

Business & Marketing 65%

Psychology 10%

Criminal Justice 7%

Humanities 2%

Communications 1%

Health Professions 1%

English & Literature 1%

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Quick Facts

Setting Suburban

Region Mid-Atlantic

Accreditor Middle States Commission on Higher Education

Predominant Degree Bachelor's

Student Body

Female

59%

White

37%

Hispanic

21%

Black

22%

Asian

Data Sources

U.S. Dept of Education College Scorecard

Opportunity Insights Mobility Report Card

Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

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