Goldey-Beacom College
📍 Campus Location
City: Wilmington, Delaware
Address: 4701 Limestone Rd, Wilmington, DE 19808
🎓 Program Details
Degree Level: Master's
Program Length: 20 - 24 months (4 months / semester)
Programs Offered:
• Master of Arts
• Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology
• Master of Business Administration (MBA) Programs
• MBA – Analytical Track (STEM)
• MBA – Comprehensive Track
• MBA, concentration in Business Analytics
• MBA, concentration in Entrepreneurial Studies
• MBA, concentration in Financial Management
• MBA, concentration in Health Care Management
• MBA, concentration in Human Resource Management
• MBA, concentration in Information Technology
• MBA, concentration in Marketing Management
• MBA, concentration in Taxation
• MBA: Major in Finance
• MBA: Major in Taxation
• MBA with International Business Management Concentration
• Master of Science Programs
• MS Finance
• MS Management
• MS Taxation
💰 Tuition & Fee Breakdown
Program Category
Duration
Estimated Cost
MA Counseling Psychology
20-24 months
$25,494 - $41,375
MBA Programs (various)
20-24 months
$25,494 - $41,375
MS Programs (Finance, Management, Taxation)
20-24 months
$25,494 - $41,375
Fee Component
• Application Fee: $85 (One-time, non-refundable)
• Estimated Program Cost (Low): $25,494
• Estimated Program Cost (High): $41,375
Cost Breakdown by Program Length:
20-month completion: Low: $1,275/month | High: $2,069/month | Per Semester: $5,100 - $8,275
24-month completion: Low: $1,062/month | High: $1,724/month | Per Semester: $4,249 - $6,896
Fee Range: $25,494 - $41,375 (depending on program)
📝 Application Requirements
Eligibility & CPT Information
CPT Eligibility: Students holding a U.S. degree (within last 5 years) are eligible to begin CPT from program start.
Note: CPT primarily available to those with recent U.S. degrees; international-only degree holders may have limited access.
Minimum GPA: 2.5
Max Transferable Credits: 6
🗣️ English Proficiency
Waive Policy: Not required if you have studied or worked in the USA.
📂 Application Checklist
✅ Online Application Form
✅ Application Fee ($85)
✅ Official Transcript
• Evaluation Required: Yes
• Internal Evaluation Available: No
• Accepted Evaluation Agencies: US Degree, NACES®
• Requirement: All Transcripts
✅ Resume
✅ Passport
✅ Financial Proof
• Acceptable Sponsors: Close Family, Employer, Friend
• Letter of Affidavit Required: No
• Accepted Forms of Proof: Bank Statement
Not Required:
❌ Recommendation Letters
❌ Statement of Purpose
❌ Interview
❌ Job Offer Before Application
💡 Key Features
Program Highlights:
• 17+ different Master's programs
• 10+ MBA concentrations — one of the widest selections
• Only Day-1 CPT college offering MA in Counseling Psychology
• STEM and Non-STEM options available
• Located in business-friendly Delaware
MBA Concentration Variety:
• Business Analytics (STEM)
• Entrepreneurial Studies
• Financial Management
• Health Care Management
• HR Management
• IT Management
• Marketing Management
• Taxation
• International Business Management
Academic Strengths:
• Unique MA in Counseling Psychology
• Strong focus on Taxation and Finance
• Analytical Track MBA — STEM option
• Comprehensive Track MBA — broad coverage
Location Benefits:
• Wilmington, Delaware — corporate hub
• No sales tax
• Close to Philadelphia, Baltimore, D.C., and NYC
• Business-friendly environment
CPT Considerations:
• CPT for recent U.S. degree holders only
• Best suited for students completing Bachelor's in the U.S.
Cost Considerations:
• Wide range: $25,494 - $41,375
• Application fee: $85 (slightly higher)
• Delaware's no sales tax reduces living cost
🏛️ Notable Unique Features
• Most program variety (17+ Master’s options)
• Only CPT school with MA in Counseling Psychology
• Three Taxation pathways (MBA concentration, major, and MS)
• Only university in Delaware with Day-1 CPT
• CPT restricted to recent U.S. degree holders (within 5 years)
• Strong business education foundation
⚠️ Important Consideration
Only students with a U.S. degree completed within the past 5 years are eligible for CPT from Day 1.
Best suited for students continuing from U.S. Bachelor's to Master's programs.
International-only degree holders may face CPT delay or restriction.