Cost & ROI · 2026
Is Goldey-Beacom College worth it?
Pay $15,554/yr after aid. Graduates earn a median of $59,892 ten years out — about 3.9× the annual cost. EduGradify value grade: B.
The ROI math, in 30 seconds
Benchmarks
Goldey-Beacom College vs Delaware avg vs national avg
How this school stacks up against the typical Delaware college and the typical US college.
| Metric | Goldey-Beacom College | Delaware avg | National avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avg net price | ▲ $15,554 | $16,180 | $18,467 |
| Median earnings 10y | ▲ $59,892 | $52,922 | $50,834 |
| Median debt | ▲ $18,900 | $23,432 | $19,694 |
| Graduation rate | ▲ 57.4% | 43.9% | 49.9% |
| Acceptance rate | ▲ 84.5% | 67.2% | 72.3% |
Hidden cost
What you actually pay, by family income
Net price after grants and scholarships changes a lot depending on family income. Find your bracket.
Total cost
4-year cost projection
Estimated net price each year through graduation, assuming a typical 3% annual tuition increase.
Sticker price (without aid) would run roughly $106,008 over four years. Most students get $10,948/yr in grants and scholarships.
Debt math
Loan repayment scenarios
If you borrow the median $18,900 at a 6.5% federal rate, here's what each repayment plan looks like.
Debt-to-earnings: 32% of one year's median pay. Financial advisors recommend keeping student debt under 100% of expected first-year salary. You're well below that threshold.
Lifetime impact
Lifetime earnings boost vs no degree
Over a typical 40-year career, the median Goldey-Beacom College grad earns about $595,680 more than a high school graduate (assuming HS median ≈ $45k/yr, BLS).
Caveat: this is a population median, not a guarantee. Actual outcomes vary widely by major, career path, and individual choices. We're showing the median to set realistic expectations.
The verdict
What the numbers say about Goldey-Beacom College
The average student at Goldey-Beacom College pays $15,554 a year after grants and scholarships, against a $26,502 published sticker price. That is below the DE average net price of $16,180.
Ten years after entry, graduates earn a median of $59,892 — above the DE median of $52,922. Weighed against what students actually pay, EduGradify models this as an exceptional investment.
Typical graduates borrow about $18,900, roughly $205 a month on a standard ten-year plan — a manageable load at about 32% of one year's median earnings.
Frequently asked
Cost & ROI questions
What is the net price at Goldey-Beacom College?
The average net price — what students actually pay after grants and scholarships — is $15,554 per year. That's $10,948/yr in financial aid against the $26,502 sticker price. Over four years, that adds up to roughly $62,216.
How much do Goldey-Beacom College graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, Goldey-Beacom College graduates earn a median of $59,892 per year — above the national average of $50,834. That's about 3.9× the annual net cost.
How much debt do Goldey-Beacom College graduates take on?
Median federal loan debt at graduation is $18,900 — about $205/month on a standard 10-year repayment plan (assuming a 6.5% federal rate). 34.5% of students take federal loans.
Is Goldey-Beacom College worth the cost?
EduGradify assigns Goldey-Beacom College a value grade of B — top 31% on real ROI nationally. The math: pay $15,554/yr, earn $59,892/yr ten years out, ROI score of 9.63. Exceptional Investment.
What financial aid is available at Goldey-Beacom College?
37.9% of students receive federal Pell Grants (need-based federal aid). 34.5% take federal student loans. On average, students get $10,948 per year in grants and scholarships off the sticker price.
What's the difference between in-state and out-of-state tuition at Goldey-Beacom College?
In-state tuition is $14,940 per year. Out-of-state tuition is $14,940 per year — a difference of $0/yr or $0 over four years.
How does net price change with family income at Goldey-Beacom College?
Net price is income-adjusted — lower-income families typically pay much less. Students from families earning under $30k pay about $11,367. Students from families earning over $110k pay about $20,121. See the chart below for all five income bands.
How we calculate ROI
Every number on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. ROI score = (median earnings 10 years out × 10) / (avg net price × 4). The higher the ratio, the more graduates earn per dollar invested. We then percentile-rank every US college on that score to assign letter grades A+ through D. Read the full methodology →