Affordable College Tuition at Goldey-Beacom College

Invest in Your Future at One of the Top Universities for Economic Mobility

Ranked high on the Economic Mobility Index, we’re proud to be one of the top affordable universities near the NYC-to-DC corridor, as well as one of the most affordable universities for international students. We offer payment plans for college to help make your degree more affordable. Whether you’re a first-generation student, returning to school, or balancing classes with work and family, we’re here to help you earn your degree and build a better future.

We see what you can BEACOM and are here to help you get there.

Tuition Rates for 2025-2026

Tuition Rates

Undergraduate Tuition	$567 per credit hour
Graduate (Master-Level) Tuition Domestic Student	$671 per credit hour
Graduate (Master-Level) Tuition International Student	$671 per credit hour
Graduate (Doctoral-Level) Tuition	$1,397 per credit hour

Cost of Attendance (Undergraduate)

Cost of Attendance (Graduate)

Room and Board

Standard Room Charge	$4,630 per semester/session
Standard Meal Plan (not available in summer session)	$2,475 per semester

The chart does not include the cost for single rooms, as a limited number of single rooms are available and may be charged at a premium. Must have approval from the Office of Residence Life.

Meal plans are required for those living on campus. The minimum required plan is listed in the chart. Additionally, there are optional plans that would increase the price of the meal plan.

Housing and Dining

Other Fees

Late Payment Fee (per semester)	$100
Late Installment Fee	$100
Returned Check Fee	$30
Graduation Fee	$125
Late Graduation Application Fee	$25+ Graduation Fee
Sam License & Certification Program	$150 per eligible course
Transcript Order Fee per Copy Requested	$7.50*
Late Course Registration Fee	$25
Diploma Reorder Fee (Electronic)	$50
Diploma Reorder Fee (Paper)	$75
Student Engagement Fees	$75 per semester
PSYCAS Application Fee	$80**

The Late Payment Fee is assessed if the student has not secured their class schedule by making financial arrangements with the College’s Business Office by the established payment due dates (Fall – August 15, Spring – January 15, Summer – May 15).

All full-time undergraduate students with 12 or more course credits are charged the Student Engagement Fee (SEF). This fee contributes to fostering a comprehensive co-curricular experience that promotes resilience, a sense of belonging, and community. It enables a variety of daily events for students, with Student Engagement overseeing its implementation. The oversight is guided by a college-wide programming model focused on learning outcomes to address students’ intellectual, emotional, and physical needs.

*Does not include service fees charged by the National Student Clearinghouse.

**Students enrolled in the MACP graduate program will pay a fee of $80 upfront to apply. A non-refundable credit of $80 will be placed on their account to apply towards a balance.

Bolt Perks

As a member of our Bolt family, we provide the following perks with no fees!

Parking
Registration*
Installment Plans
Fitness Center

*A Late Registration Fee will be applied if the deadline is missed.

Billing Policies

When will the charges hit my account?
If I drop a class, do I owe for that class?

Registering with a Balance

Can I register with a past due balance?

Why Choose GBC?

Finding a college that balances quality and affordability is essential, and Goldey-Beacom College delivers on both. Here’s why we’re considered one of the top affordable universities in the USA:

Economic Mobility: Ranked among the top schools for economic mobility, we provide a clear path to success, helping students from all backgrounds achieve their goals.
Affordable College Tuition for All: We offer competitive tuition rates, providing an affordable education without compromising quality.
Personalized Financial Support: Our dedicated financial aid team works with you to create a personalized plan that includes scholarships, grants, and work-study opportunities. Our goal is to help make your education as affordable as possible.
International Student Options: We offer affordable international student tuition packages for our international students, ensuring that students from outside the U.S. can pursue their dreams at GBC with access to the same resources and opportunities as domestic students.
Tailored Resources for Non-Traditional and First-Generation Students: GBC prioritizes supporting non-traditional students and first-generation graduates by providing flexible schedules, financial aid guidance, and resources to help them succeed academically and personally.

Committed to Affordable College Tuition.

Learning should be within reach

of every family’s budget.

Financial Opportunties

Payment plans are available every semester, interest-free, and have no sign-up fees!

Payment Plans

The Semester Payment Plan allows students to split their semester charges into equal payments due on the 15th of each month.

Number of payments:
- Fall semester – four equal payments.
  - August, September, October, November
- Spring semester – four equal payments
  - January, February, March, April
- Summer session – three equal payments
  - May, June, July

The Annual Payment Plan allows students and parents to budget their expenses for an entire academic year into equal monthly payments due on the 15th of each month. Please ask a Business Office Staff member to assist you in signing up for this plan.

Number of payments:
- Fall/Spring/Summer
  - August – July
- Summer/Fall/Spring
  - May – April
- Fall/Spring
  - August – April

Tuition Deferral

The Tuition Deferral Program defers payment for students awaiting tuition assistance from their employer for classes taken during that semester.

To utilize this payment option, you must submit the following by the payment due date: a $100 first payment, a valid credit card number on the Tuition Deferral Agreement Form, and a completed Tuition Deferral Agreement Form. For your convenience, the Business Office will automatically charge your credit card on the deferred payment due dates unless payment is received prior to the due date.

Tuition Assistance Vouchers

Tuition assistance vouchers authorize Goldey-Beacom College to bill the student sponsors directly. Tuition Assistance Vouchers must be submitted by the payment due date.

Pay in Full

Students may pay each semester in one lump payment. This payment is due by the semester payment due date.

Federal Student Aid

Federal Financial Aid applications (scholarships, loans, etc.) should be submitted to the Financial Aid Office before July 15th for the Fall Semester and December 1st for the Spring Semester for priority funding. Students who have not received final financial aid awards by the payment due date will be expected to pay in full or utilize the Semester Payment Plan.

Private Loans

Students may seek private loans to assist in paying for their college expenses. Students must inform the Financial Aid Office of their intent to utilize private loans.

Fall – August 15th
Spring – January 15th
Summer – May 15th

Payment Due Dates

Business Office

Location

Fulmer Center, 1st Floor

Hours

Monday – Thursday: 8:30 am to 5:30 pm

Friday (Summer Hours): 8:30 am to 12:00 pm

Friday (Fall and Spring): 8:30 am to 4:30pm

Contact Information

Email: [email protected]

Phone: 302-225-6268

Meet the Team!

Brittanie Krauss

Director of Business Affairs

Zoe Lockwood

Accounting Generalist

Teyonia Stanley

Senior Accountant

Jenn Harris

Business Affairs Representative

FAQs

What payment methods does GBC accept?

Check
Cash
Money order
Cashier’s check
Traveler’s check
Wire
Credit card (VISA, MasterCard, Discover/NOVUS, or American Express)
E-check (bank account information).

Payments are accepted in person, through the mail, and via Campus Web. You can also wire payments to our bank account or place non-cash payments in the dropbox any time the Fulmer Center is open.

PayMyTuition

Goldey-Beacom College has partnered with PayMyTuition for international tuition payments. With PayMyTuition, you can pay your tuition from any bank in any country in any currency at a rate better than bank exchange rates. PayMyTuition is fast, simple, and cost-effective.

Additional Information on PayMyTuition:

How to make a payment – step-by-step PDFs:

PayMyTuition Customer Support Information

Call 1.855.663.6839 (toll-free) or through one of their local country contact numbers. You can also reach PayMyTuition Support at [email protected] or through their support page. No matter what time zone you’re in, you will have a dedicated customer support team available to you through live chat, email and phone to answer any of your questions and help you make your payment.

What address should I mail my payments to?

Business Office
Goldey-Beacom College
4701 Limestone Road
Wilmington, DE 19808

What happens to my student account if I owe outstanding debt to the College?

When a student has an outstanding, delinquent balance at the College and owes outstanding debt to the College, a “BO” hold is placed on the student’s account. The outstanding balance can result from unpaid charges for tuition, residence halls, damage, library fines, etc. When a student’s account is placed on hold, the student is not permitted to register for or attend future courses, revise class schedules, or receive official documents, such as grades, transcripts*, and/or diplomas. *Transcripts may be redacted and released based on federal regulations. Students with outstanding balances are encouraged to contact the Business Office to set up individualized payment arrangements. Student referral to collection agencies and credit bureaus is at the discretion of the College. Collection costs and/or legal fees, up to and including 50% of the delinquent balance, may be charged to the student’s account by Goldey-Beacom College in the collection of a delinquent balance. Once the outstanding debt is cleared, the student’s account is taken off hold, allowing the student to receive official documentation from the College.

Students are eligible for payment plans if no outstanding debt is owed to the College and previous payments were made according to the established payment agreement. When a student utilizes a payment plan to assist in making payments to the College, a “soft” hold is placed on the student’s account. A soft hold allows the student to register for future courses and to revise class schedules but prevents the student who is not up-to-date on payments from receiving official documents, such as transcripts or diplomas. The College utilizes various student account holds to clarify the student’s status. A student’s hold status can be viewed on Campus Web.

The College will not impose any penalty on any covered individual because of their inability to meet their financial obligations to the institution due to the delayed disbursement of funding from the US Department of Veterans Administration under Chapters 31 or 33. Those penalties include assessing late fees, preventing enrollment in a subsequent or current academic term, denying access to academic resources (i.e., library, Wi-Fi) or other institutional academic facilities, or requiring a covered individual to secure alternative or additional funding. To avoid such penalties, a new student must provide the VA’s Certificate of Eligibility to an Advisor before the start of the academic term with a written request to be certified for Veterans Benefits. Every semester, before the first payment due date, all students with an outstanding balance must complete and submit the GBC Academic Term Payment Plan to secure their course schedule and avoid Business Office holds.

What is the SAM License & Certification Program?

What is SAM?

SAM (Skills Assessment Manager) is an interactive online platform that helps students master Microsoft Office skills essential for academic and career success.

Program Benefits

💰 Cost Savings: Students access SAM at a reduced rate through the college.
✅ Correct Access: Ensures students have the right version/license from day one.

🎓 Certification Opportunity: Includes one free Microsoft Office certification exam voucher (Exception – ITG 325 – DATABASE APPLICATION MS ACCESS, only SAM access is billed, no exam voucher provided starting Fall 2025)

📘 Courses Requiring SAM Access

Participation is mandatory for students enrolled in:

ITG 149 – DESKTOP APPS MS EXCEL
ITG 325 – DATABASE APPLICATION MS ACCESS
IT 253 – PRESENTATION DESIGN
IT 349 – ADVANCED SPREADSHEET CONCEPTS

For more information about SAM or course-specific details, contact the instructor of the course you’re enrolled in.

If I have a credit on my student account, to whom will the refund be made payable?

All refunds will be made payable to the student, with the following exceptions:
Refunds resulting from outside scholarships.
- Refunds resulting from payments made by an employer or third-party organization.
- Refunds resulting from payments for unearned Chapter 33 tuition assistance will be made payable to the Veterans Administration.
- Refunds resulting from payments for unearned Department of Defense (DOD) tuition assistance will be made payable to the DOD.
- Refunds resulting from PLUS loans.
- Upon written request by the student, refunds will be made payable to another party.
- All credit card payments will be refunded to the card used to make the payment/purchase.

My account has been sent to a collection agency. What now?

Student accounts are placed with a collection agency after all in-house collection efforts have been exhausted. The College partners with two collection agencies: Conserve and Reliant. While at a collection agency, students may experience collection fees added to their account balance and credit reporting for their outstanding balance.

If your account has been placed with Conserve, please use the contact information below:

Consumers/Borrowers Toll Free: (800) 724-4439
International Consumers/Borrowers: (888) 352-7534
Pay Online: www.payconserve.com
Email: [email protected] or [email protected]

If your account has been placed with Reliant, please use the contact information below:

Toll Free for Students in Collections: 866-837-5096, option 1
Website- https://myaccount.reliant-cap.com/
Email- [email protected]