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Goldey Beacon College

Goldey-Beacom College is a private, non-profit college founded in 1886, renowned for its business and management programs. The college offers small class sizes and personalized education, focusing on developing students' professional skills and practical abilities, with a particular emphasis on career development. Located in the quiet suburb of Wilmington, Delaware, its proximity to major metropolitan areas such as Baltimore, Philadelphia, and Washington, D.C., provides students with abundant internship and employment opportunities. With modern campus facilities and an international environment, the college attracts students from around the world, making it a blend of historical heritage and innovative spirit.

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School Information

Goldey-Beacom College is a private, non-profit college founded in 1886, renowned for its business and management programs. The college offers small class sizes and personalized education, focusing on developing students’ professional skills and practical abilities, with a particular emphasis on career development. Located in the quiet suburb of Wilmington, Delaware, its proximity to major metropolitan areas such as Baltimore, Philadelphia, and Washington, D.C., provides students with abundant internship and employment opportunities. With modern campus facilities and an international environment, the college attracts students from around the world, making it a blend of historical heritage and innovative spirit.

School Introduction

Goldey-Beacom College is a private, non-profit college founded in 1886, renowned for its business and management programs. The college offers small class sizes and personalized education, focusing on developing students’ professional skills and practical abilities, with a particular emphasis on career development. Located in the quiet suburb of Wilmington, Delaware, its proximity to major metropolitan areas such as Baltimore, Philadelphia, and Washington, D.C., provides students with abundant internship and employment opportunities. With modern campus facilities and an international environment, the college attracts students from around the world, making it a blend of historical heritage and innovative spirit.

US News & World Report : Goldeny-Beacom College is ranked 126th in the “Regional Universities North” category for 2025.

Social Mobility Performance : Ranked 54th in the “Top Performers on Social Mobility” rankings, this indicates the school’s strong performance in promoting the success of low-income students. (U.S. News)

Middle States Commission on Higher Education : Goldeny-Beacom College has received regional accreditation from the commission, authorizing it to award degrees from certificate to doctoral level. (College Factual)

Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP ): Some of the school’s business programs have received ACBSP accreditation, ensuring that its business education quality meets international standards.

Submit application materials -> Application fee waiver possible (please contact Lighthouse) -> Receive offer -> Transfer SEVIS -> Pay tuition -> Confirm course with advisor -> Submit tuition receipt -> Receive new I-20 and begin CPT application -> Enrollment

Application Steps

  1. Optional CPT internship course
  2. Submit CPT application materials to the school’s Designated School Office (DSO): Offer Letter, Employer CPT Authorization Form, etc.
  3. CPT was approved, the student received a new I-20, and began working according to the CPT start date on the I-20.
  4. CPT authorization is renewed annually as required by the school.

Application materials

New Student Application Materials: Please submit the following materials to the International Student Services Center :

  1. CPT Application Form
  2. CPT Employer-Student Agreement Form
  3. Offer letter from potential employer
  4. Latest personal resume

Required materials for current students : Submit the same materials listed above to the Career Services Center: careers@gbc.edu

CPT Application Deadline : There is no fixed deadline for CPT applications. However, if you plan to start CPT concurrently with your course, it is recommended that you apply at least two weeks before the course begins. Processing time is typically 10 business days, but may be faster depending on the volume of applications.

CPT and Internship Credit Requirements

  1. Internship Credits: Students who receive CPT approval will have 1 credit added to their semester schedule for an internship course.
  2. To obtain a grade for the internship course, students must:
    1. For specific requirements on submitting a term paper, please refer to the Course Practice Training (CPT) page under the “Career Services” tab on the campus network.
    2. Ensure that the employer evaluation form is completed by the student’s direct supervisor and submitted directly to the Office of Academic Affairs.
  • Passport
  • Visa
  • Personal Resume
  • Official Master’s Degree Transcript
  • Undergraduate and postgraduate diplomas Diiploma
  • Copy of your current and valid I-20
  • Declaration of Finance ($23,050)
  • Language proficiency scores: TOEFL iBT (Internet-based): 75, IELTS: 6.5, Duolingo: 110. (Wait possible)
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