Goldey-Beacom College 2026 Day 1 CPT Programs

Goldey-Beacom College

Goldey-Beacom College

📍 Location: Delaware
🏅 Accreditation: MSCHEi
📌 Type: Private
📚 Low-Residency CPT Programs:
💰 Avg. Annual Tuition: $12,800
🗓️ Program Duration: 24 months

University Overview

Goldey-Beacom College (GBC), located in Wilmington, Delaware, is a private, accredited institution known for its strong business, finance, and management programs. Accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE) and the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP), GBC offers high-quality graduate education with the flexibility working professionals need. Its Day 1 CPT-eligible master’s programs—such as MBA, MS in Finance, MS in Management, and MS in Taxation—blend academic rigor with practical, career-focused training. With small class sizes, supportive faculty, affordable tuition, and limited on-campus requirements, GBC equips students with the knowledge, skills, and real-world experience needed to excel in today’s competitive global market.

Low-Residency & CPT

Hybrid Programs at Goldey-Beacom College

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MBA with International Business Management Concentration

Available Field of Study: Business Administration & Management

Average Annual Tuition: $12,078

Program Length: 24 months

MBA with International Business Management Concentration

Available Field of Study: Business Administration & Management

Average Annual Tuition: $12,078

Program Length: 24 months

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Master of Business Administration – Analytical Track

Available Field of Study: Analytics & Data & AI, Business Administration & Management

Average Annual Tuition: $12,078

Program Length: 24 months

Master of Business Administration – Analytical Track

Available Field of Study: Analytics & Data & AI, Business Administration & Management

Average Annual Tuition: $12,078

Program Length: 24 months

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Master of Business Administration – Comprehensive Track

Available Field of Study: Business Administration & Management

Average Annual Tuition: $12,078

Program Length: 24 months

Master of Business Administration – Comprehensive Track

Available Field of Study: Business Administration & Management

Average Annual Tuition: $12,078

Program Length: 24 months

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Master of Business Administration: Major in Taxation

Available Field of Study: Accounting & Finance, Business Administration & Management

Average Annual Tuition: $12,078

Program Length: 24 months

Master of Business Administration: Major in Taxation

Available Field of Study: Accounting & Finance, Business Administration & Management

Average Annual Tuition: $12,078

Program Length: 24 months

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Master of Business Administration: Major in Finance

Available Field of Study: Accounting & Finance, Business Administration & Management

Average Annual Tuition: $12,078

Program Length: 24 months

Master of Business Administration: Major in Finance

Available Field of Study: Accounting & Finance, Business Administration & Management

Average Annual Tuition: $12,078

Program Length: 24 months

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Master of Business Administration, concentration in Business Analytics

Available Field of Study: Business Administration & Management, Analytics & Data & AI

Average Annual Tuition: $12,078

Program Length: 24 months

Master of Business Administration, concentration in Business Analytics

Available Field of Study: Business Administration & Management, Analytics & Data & AI

Average Annual Tuition: $12,078

Program Length: 24 months

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Master of Business Administration, concentration in Entrepreneurial Studies

Available Field of Study: Business Administration & Management

Average Annual Tuition: $12,078

Program Length: 24 months

Master of Business Administration, concentration in Entrepreneurial Studies

Available Field of Study: Business Administration & Management

Average Annual Tuition: $12,078

Program Length: 24 months

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Master of Business Administration, concentration in Financial Management

Available Field of Study: Business Administration & Management, Accounting & Finance

Average Annual Tuition: $12,078

Program Length: 24 months

Master of Business Administration, concentration in Financial Management

Available Field of Study: Business Administration & Management, Accounting & Finance

Average Annual Tuition: $12,078

Program Length: 24 months

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Master of Business Administration, concentration in Health Care Management

Available Field of Study: Business Administration & Management, Health Science, Nursing

Average Annual Tuition: $12,078

Program Length: 24 months

Master of Business Administration, concentration in Health Care Management

Available Field of Study: Business Administration & Management, Health Science, Nursing

Average Annual Tuition: $12,078

Program Length: 24 months

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Master of Business Administration, concentration in Human Resource Management

Available Field of Study: Business Administration & Management

Average Annual Tuition: $12,078

Program Length: 24 months

Master of Business Administration, concentration in Human Resource Management

Available Field of Study: Business Administration & Management

Average Annual Tuition: $12,078

Program Length: 24 months

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Master of Business Administration, concentration in Information Technology

Available Field of Study: Business Administration & Management, IT & Computer Science

Average Annual Tuition: $12,078

Program Length: 24 months

Master of Business Administration, concentration in Information Technology

Available Field of Study: Business Administration & Management, IT & Computer Science

Average Annual Tuition: $12,078

Program Length: 24 months

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Master of Business Administration, concentration in Marketing Management

Available Field of Study: Business Administration & Management

Average Annual Tuition: $12,078

Program Length: 24 months

Master of Business Administration, concentration in Marketing Management

Available Field of Study: Business Administration & Management

Average Annual Tuition: $12,078

Program Length: 24 months

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Master of Business Administration, concentration in Taxation

Available Field of Study: Business Administration & Management, Accounting & Finance

Average Annual Tuition: $12,078

Program Length: 24 months

Master of Business Administration, concentration in Taxation

Available Field of Study: Business Administration & Management, Accounting & Finance

Average Annual Tuition: $12,078

Program Length: 24 months

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MS Finance

Available Field of Study: Accounting & Finance

Average Annual Tuition: $12,078

Program Length: 24 months

MS Finance

Available Field of Study: Accounting & Finance

Average Annual Tuition: $12,078

Program Length: 24 months

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MS Management

Available Field of Study: Business Administration & Management

Average Annual Tuition: $12,078

Program Length: 24 months

MS Management

Available Field of Study: Business Administration & Management

Average Annual Tuition: $12,078

Program Length: 24 months

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MS Taxation

Available Field of Study: Accounting & Finance

Average Annual Tuition: $12,078

Program Length: 24 months

MS Taxation

Available Field of Study: Accounting & Finance

Average Annual Tuition: $12,078

Program Length: 24 months

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Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology

Available Field of Study: Humanities & Social Science

Average Annual Tuition: $24,156

Program Length: 20 months

Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology

Available Field of Study: Humanities & Social Science

Average Annual Tuition: $24,156

Program Length: 20 months

Hybrid Format & On-Site Requirement

Onsite Policy:

Goldey-Beacom College requires international student attend onsite residency class bi-monthly.

Attendance is mandatory for students. Failure to attend onsite courses will result in the loss of F1 status. Onsite Requirement: 2 days per semester. On-site Date: On-site sessions occur, essentially, once a month. However, students are not required to enroll in a hybrid course for both sessions in a semester. Most students will come to campus two times in an 8-week session while enrolling entirely online in the other session for the semester.

Vacation Policy:

International students at Goldey-Beacom College can take 1 term off after 3 consecutive terms.

Due to the College’s definition of full-time enrollment, there is no leave policy for a student wanting to take a vacation while maintaining an F-1 status. Students can have their SEVIS record terminated for “Authorized Early Withdrawal,” and be re-activated within 5 months if they so choose and if they leave the country. There is no allowance for vacation from courses while remaining in the U.S. on an F-1 visa status.
Students cannot apply for CPT work authorization during the vacation period.

CPT Policy

Goldey-Beacom College adheres to USCIS regulations to authorize CPT for international students.

Eligibility for CPT from Program Start

✅ Current OPT and F1 students may obtain CPT Authorization from Day 1 of the program.

✅ Oversea applicants may obtain CPT Authorization from Day 1 of the program.

✅ Change of Status (to F1 Status) applicants may obtain CPT Authorization from Day 1 of the program.

“Day 1 CPT Universities” isn’t an official term. It refers to schools that may allow CPT from the first semester, but approval isn’t guaranteed. CPT typically takes 5–15 business days after complete documents are submitted.

CPT Details

CPT authorization needs to be renewed every year.

CPT is not required for graduation.

Students who hold a U.S. degree, particularly those who completed their degree within the last five years, are eligible to begin CPT from the start of their program.

Tuition & Scholarships

Tuition Estimate

$12,100 - $24,200

Payment Plans

✅ Available

Goldey-Beacom College (GBC) offers interest-free payment plans with no sign-up fees, allowing students to split tuition and fee charges into equal monthly payments due on the 15th of each month. Semester plans are available (Fall and Spring: four payments; Summer: three payments), and an Annual Payment Plan option is also available to spread costs over the full academic year. Students should contact the Business Office for assistance with enrollment.

Available Scholarships

Academic Calendar

Coming Intakes

Terms	Start Date	Application Deadline	Enrollment Deadline	SEVIS Transfer Deadline
Spring 2 2026	03/16/2026	03/02/2026	03/15/2026	03/15/2026
Summer 1 2026	05/11/2026	04/27/2026	05/10/2026	05/10/2026
Summer 2 2026	06/29/2026	06/15/2026	06/28/2026	06/28/2026

Admission Requirements

Application Checklist

Transcript - All Transcripts
Resume
Passport
Financial Proof

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FAQs

What is the eligibility criteria for immediate CPT approval?

Students must meet both of the following:

Completed at least one full academic year at a regionally accredited, not-for-profit U.S. college or university.
Be in active F1 status.

Students transitioning from working visas (e.g., H1B, L1, L2, J1, J2) to F1 status may work immediately after enrollment and change-of-status approval, with Designated School Official (DSO) authorization.

What is the eligibility after one academic year?

Students must complete one full academic year (three consecutive semesters) before CPT eligibility if they:

Are transitioning from H4, F2, or B1/B2 visas to F1 status.
Have not completed one academic year at a regionally accredited, not-for-profit U.S. institution (note: ESL programs do not count as academic study).
Arrive from overseas on a new I-20 and SEVIS ID (CPT eligibility under a previous SEVIS ID is not transferable).

What is the CPT application process?

New students must submit their application to International Student Services while returning students should submit materials to Career Services at careers@gbc.edu. Required documents include:

The CPT Application Form.
The CPT Employer and Student Agreement Form.
An offer or hire letter from the employer.
The student’s most recent resume.