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Goldey-Beacom College is located in Wilmington, Delaware, and was established in 1886. The college was originally known as the Wilmington Commercial College which was founded by Mr. Goldey. One of his best instructors, W.H. Beacom, opened his own school in 1900. This school was renamed Beacom College in 1929. The two institutes merged in 1951 to form the Goldey-Beacom College. The Goldey-Beacom College offers a number of associate's, bachelor's, and master's degrees in various fields of study.
The sports teams of Goldey-Beacom College participate in the NCAA Division II level. The teams compete in soccer, tennis, cross country, basketball, volleyball, softball, and golf. The students publish an on-campus magazine called "The Bolt". Besides, they are also associated with organizations such as the Resident Student Association, Alpha Chi, International Students Association, and Student Athletic Advisory Council.
The main campus of Goldey Beacom is in Wilmington, DE (a large suburb). The school is a private, not-for-profit school. Goldey Beacom offers degrees up to the Master's degree.
The school students most commonly major in a field related to business and management and computer science and engineering.
Goldey Beacom does not accept everyone who applies.
Salaries for full-time faculty at the school are higher than most, allowing the school to afford quality teaching.
In 2007, Goldey Beacom had 1,197 enrolled students.
Many students are part-timers. Student athletes at Goldey Beacom belong to the Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference for major sports. The school takes athletics seriously enough to offer athletic financial aid to a significant portion of its students.
More complete details are provided below.
Goldey Beacom College
4701 Limestone Rd
Wilmington, DE 19808
General Phone: (302) 225-6265
http://www.gbc.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Business And Management | 298 | business management, finance, marketing, accounting, international business |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 26 | computer and info science, information science |
Number of programs and degrees for Goldey Beacom in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 163 | 6 |
| Master's degree | 135 | 4 |
| Associate's degree | 26 | 3 |
In 2007, Goldey Beacom had a total enrollment of 1,197 students (863 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 40% |
| Women | 60% |
| Full-Time | 75% |
| Part-Time | 25% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 72% |
| Graduate | 28% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 49% |
| Black | 20% |
| Hispanic | 5% |
| Asian | 8% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| Unknown | 17% |
| (Foreign Students) | 1% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 1% |
| 18-19 | 18% |
| 20-21 | 18% |
| 22-24 | 21% |
| 25-29 | 18% |
| 30-34 | 8% |
| 35-39 | 7% |
| 40-49 | 7% |
| 50-64 | 2% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Delaware | 56% |
| Pennsylvania | 15% |
| Maryland | 13% |
| New Jersey | 11% |
| Virginia | 3% |
| (International Students) | 1% |
| Vermont | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 63 % |
| Part-Time | 83 % |
Goldey Beacom offers campus housing for 205 of its 863 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Wilmington, Delaware for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Delaware Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 550 | 333 | 61% | 224 | 67% |
| Men | 220 | 134 | 61% | 90 | 67% |
| Women | 330 | 199 | 60% | 134 | 67% |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | not required |
| Recommendations | recommended |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | recommended |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 14,850 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 14,850 |
| Room and board | $ 4,620 |
| Room charge | $ 4,620 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 1,900 |
| Books and supplies | $ 843 |
| Other expenses | $ 7,772 |
Financial Aid:
Goldey Beacom participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 142900)
Tenure Status of Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 12 | 8 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 4 | $77,546 | 3 | $71,184 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 4 | $67,303 | 3 | $74,571 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 4 | $54,995 | 2 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 12 | $66,615 | 8 | $68,769 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Basketball | Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference |
| Track | Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 47 | 64 | 111 |
| Basketball | 14 | 11 | 25 |
| Track | 8 | 9 | 17 |
| All Other Sports | 25 | 44 | 69 |
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
Finance, General
International Business/Trade/Commerce
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer and Information Sciences, General
Information Science/Studies
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Goldey Beacom Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in business and management (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% |  |
| % of freshmen enrolled part-time (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | |
| % students on athletic fin. aid (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 18% | |
| % of accepted students who choose to enroll (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 18% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 19% | |
| % of degrees in computer science and engineering (vs. all colleges) | Top 20% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Offers weekend classes Career counseling Career services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Has ROTC (air force) Offers athletic scholarships NCAA athletic conference member
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