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University of Valley Forge

University of Valley Forge

Phoenixville, PA · Suburb · 471 students
Website Scorecard
$32,265
Average net priceYour net price
<30
30–48
48–75
75–110
110+
By household income — tap a bar
52%
Graduation rate
43% typical
$39,016
Earnings 10 years on
$45,606 typical
61%
Acceptance rate
75% typical · not scored
Accredited by Middle States Commission on Higher Education
About

The University of Valley Forge is a private, Christ-centered Assemblies of God institution in Phoenixville, Pennsylvania, widely recognized for its mission-driven education and strong programs in pastoral ministry, worship leadership, digital media studies, and education. The university distinctively integrates professional training with intentional spiritual formation, offering cutting-edge creative arts and recording facilities alongside practical ministry practicums. Campus life centers on a tight-knit, service-oriented community enriched by regular chapel gatherings, discipleship groups, and personal mentorship from faculty. Situated on a historic suburban campus just outside Philadelphia, UVF provides students with a close, faith-based environment that also affords easy access to major metropolitan internships, ministry outreach, and cultural resources.

Wikipedia:The University of Valley Forge (UVF) was a private college near Phoenixville, Pennsylvania, United States. It was 8.8 miles (14.2 km) from Valley Forge National Historical Park. Although affiliated with the Assemblies of God USA, the denomination did not control the school. The institution closed at the end of the summer 2026 academic term.

Location
Phoenixville, PA, 19460-2373 · Suburb campus
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Nearest airport from college
PHL · Philadelphia
23 mi away
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Cost & aid
Cost of attendance
YoursEveryone
Tuition & fees$25,240
Housing & food (on campus)$11,750
Books & supplies$1,500
Cost of attendance$41,020
Average net price$32,265
Same price for all students
Tuition & fees$25,240
Housing & food (on campus)$11,750
Books & supplies$1,500
Cost of attendance$41,020
Average net price$32,265
Source: U.S. College Scorecard · published total: valleyforge.edu
How it’s made up
Tuition$26,250
Fees$1,590
Total published by the school$41,020
Net price by family income
$0–30k
$30,614
$30–48k
$31,228
$48–75k
$32,077
$75–110k
$33,146
$110k+
$32,981
Grants from the school
97% of first-years get a grant from the school, averaging $14,271
Source: College Navigator (U.S. Department of Education, IPEDS)
Outcomes
Completion
Within 6 yrs
52%
Within 4 yrs
44%
Back for yr 2
78%
Transferred
25%
Pell students: 49.0% · others: 49.0% 
8 yrs after starting
48% graduated · 27% transferred · 25% left or unknown · none still enrolled
Earnings
6 yrs after entry$35,671
10 yrs after entry$39,016
Debt
Median at graduation$27,000
Monthly payment$286
Middle 50% owe$6.5k–$28.1k
90th percentile$40,000
Green marks a figure above the typical Baccalaureate — diverse fields: 43% graduate within 6 yrs.
Admissions
Getting in
Admit rate
61%
Test policy
Not required
Admitted students
Admit rate: men 64.5% · women 58.4% 
Yield: 27.9% of admitted students enroll 

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Student Body
Gender
Men 51%Women 49%
Who enrolls
Faculty ratio
12 : 1
Pell grant
47%
First-gen
33%
Family income
$36,580
Independent
28%
Age at entry
24.0
Part-time
8%
Where first-years come from
In state (PA)
31.0%
Out of state
64.6%
International
1.8%

Most out-of-state first-years from: NJ 14 · MD 11 · NY 10 · OH 8 · DE 6

Race & ethnicity
White
50%
Hispanic
27%
Black
11%
Asian
2%
Two or more
3%
Non-resident
5%
Unknown
1%
Varsity sports
NCAA Division III without football
  • Baseball
    Men's
  • Basketball
    Men's · Women's
  • Cross Country
    Men's · Women's
  • Soccer
    Men's · Women's
  • Softball
    Women's
  • Track and Field (Outdoor)
    Men's · Women's
  • Volleyball
    Men's · Women's
Programs & Earnings
Bachelor's degrees by annual completions · 4yr national median earnings
Median earnings, all programs
After 6 yrs
$35,671
After 10 yrs
$39,016
Theological and Ministerial Studies12
Radio, Television, and Digital Communication8
Pastoral Counseling and Specialized Ministries7
Business Administration, Management and Operations7
Psychology, General6
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods4
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas3
Missions/Missionary Studies and Missiology3
Criminal Justice and Corrections3
Social Work3
Music3
Accounting and Related Services2
English Language and Literature, General1
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness1
Marketing1
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Institutional
Resources
Endowment
$3M
Full-time faculty
30%
Faculty salary
$5,928/mo
Teaching spend
$8,098
per student
Federal loans
72%
Classification
Carnegie type
Baccalaureate — diverse fields
Undergraduate profile
Four-year, selective admissions

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