Goldey-Beacom College
Wilmington, Delaware · Private
Goldey-Beacom College admitted 98% of 452 applicants (Common Data Set 2021-2022). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 890–1090 in the middle half. Test scores are optional. 57% of students graduate within six years.
This college’s newest public report is from 2021-2022, so some numbers may be out of date.
Your chances at Goldey-Beacom College
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Application deadlines
Goldey-Beacom College’s first-year deadlines for 2026–27 on the Common App:
- Regular decision
- Rolling admission
The application is free.
Deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone. From Common App’s requirements grid, updated September 25, 2026. Check Goldey-Beacom College’s admissions site before you submit. See every college’s deadlines or early decision vs. early action.
Early decision and early action
Goldey-Beacom College doesn’t report an early decision or early action round.
What admissions weighs
How Goldey-Beacom College rates each part of an application, from its Common Data Set.
Very important
- GPA
Important
- –
Considered
- Course rigor
- Class rank
- Test scores
- Recommendations
- Interview
- Activities
- Talent or ability
- Character
- Volunteering
- Work experience
- Showing interest
Not considered
- Essay
- First generation
- Legacy
- Where you live
- State residency
- Religion
- Race or ethnicity
High school GPA
First-year students averaged a 3.20 GPA. 4.0% of those who reported a class rank were in the top 10% of their class.
Some colleges report weighted GPAs, so compare loosely.
What it costs
Full price with housing is $31,861 a year. After grants, students paid $17,417 on average.
Average price after grants, by family income:
Quick answers
What is Goldey-Beacom College’s acceptance rate?
Goldey-Beacom College admitted 98% of applicants: 441 of 452 (Common Data Set 2021-2022).
When is Goldey-Beacom College’s application deadline?
Goldey-Beacom College uses rolling admission for 2026–27 and has no early round on the Common App, so applying early in the fall gives you the best shot at open spots and aid.
What SAT score do you need for Goldey-Beacom College?
The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 890 to 1090, with a median around 990. A score at or above 990 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.
How much is Goldey-Beacom College’s application fee?
The application is free for 2026–27.
Does Goldey-Beacom College have supplemental essays?
No. Goldey-Beacom College doesn’t ask for a supplemental essay or the Common App personal essay for 2026–27.
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