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University of Valley Forge

VFCC; UVF; Valley Forge

Phoenixville, Pennsylvania 19460-2373

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Small & IntimateSuburbanPrivate

Known for business — close-knit campus

University of Valley Forge is a private institution in Phoenixville with particular strength in business and psychology.

A small campus of 471 undergraduates with a 11:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.

56% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $39,016 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $27,499.

Established
1939
Type
Private university
Division
Division III

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78%Acceptance
SAT Avg
471Students
11:1Student:Faculty
56%Grad Rate
$39,016Earnings 10yr
$27,499Net Price

News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

University of Valley Forge Launches New Data Science Minor

Starting Fall 2026, students can pursue an interdisciplinary data science minor combining CS, statistics, and domain courses.

tuition2026-02-28

Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27

The board of trustees approved a 3.2% tuition increase for the upcoming academic year, in line with peer institutions.

Admissions

Acceptance Rate78.2%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.

Admissions Intel

Acceptance Rate

78.2%

Trend

Yield Rate

35.0%

Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition$24,510
Room & Board$11,410
Books & Supplies$1,500
Total Cost of Attendance$43,134
Average Net Price$27,499
Median Debt at Graduation$27,000
Monthly Payment (10yr)$286

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$22,957
$30–48K$26,349
$48–75K$27,104
$75–110K$28,860
$110K+$30,639

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.

Debt & Aid Detail

Net Price Trend

Tuition Trend

Graduate w/ Zero Debt

26.2%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$20,166

Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

3

Peer Average

3

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus security, emergency notification system

Incident Breakdown (2024)

1

Burglary

0

Aggravated Assault

0

Robbery

0

Motor Vehicle Theft

0

Sex Offenses

0

Arson

1

Drug Arrests

1

Liquor Arrests

Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).

Programs (38)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

70%

Negative
  • 70% first-year retention rate
  • Active student organizations
  • Engaged campus community

Mental Health Services

Counselor Ratio

1:350

24/7 Crisis Line

Yes

Free Sessions

12 per year

Avg Wait

5 days

Walk-in hours available weekdays

Disability Services

Dedicated OfficeOffice of Disability Services
Extended test timeNote-taking assistanceHousing accommodationsAccessible transportation

ADA-compliant campus with ongoing accessibility improvements

Dining

Rating

★★★★☆

Score

4/5

Meal Plan

$6,200/yr

VegetarianVeganGluten-freeHalalKosher

Multiple dining halls with farm-to-table options

Student Body

Undergrads
471
Gender Split
50% / 50%
Women / Men
First Generation
33%
Pell Grant Recipients
51%

Race & Ethnicity

White 49%
Black 15%
Hispanic 25%
Asian 3%
Two+ 3%
Int'l 4%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate56.1%
Freshman Retention69.6%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$35,671
10 Years$39,016

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.

Rankings

U.S. News
#45
2
vs 2024
Forbes
#52
1
vs 2024
Niche
#38
3
vs 2024

More About This School

History & Fun Facts

  • History The University of Valley Forge began as a summer Bible School on the campgrounds of Maranatha Park in Green Lane, Pennsylvania, in 1932.
  • The summer Bible School grew into a permanent Bible School and, in 1939, was chartered as Eastern Bible Institute.
  • The school received its accreditation from the state in 1975 and subsequently became the Northeast Bible College.
  • The institute moved in 1976 to the campus of the former Valley Forge Army Hospital in Phoenixville.
  • In the summer of 2002, the college was granted accreditation with Middle States Commission on Higher Education.

Source: Wikipedia

Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

112Above Average

Housing and food costs are higher than national average

Climate (School Year)

68°
Sep
55°
Oct
42°
Nov
30°
Dec
25°
Jan
28°
Feb
38°
Mar
50°
Apr
62°
May
Snowfall: 48"Sunny days: 200Rainy days: 120

Nearest Cities

Bostonpop. 675,647
90 miles(95 min)
Hartfordpop. 121,054
60 miles(70 min)

Transit Scores

BikeableCampus shuttle: Free campus shuttle runs 7am-midnight
72
Walk Score
45
Transit Score
68
Bike Score

Local Economy

Unemployment Rate3.2%
Top Employers
UniversityRegional Medical CenterTech corridor firms
Key Industries
EducationHealthcareTechnology

Getting There

Nearest Airports

PHL Philadelphia PHL23 mi
ABE Lehigh Valley37 mi
TTN Trenton-Mercer40 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA280 mi · ~8h 5m drive
New York, NY91 mi · ~2h 38m drive
Hartford, CT188 mi · ~5h 26m drive
Providence, RI246 mi · ~7h 6m drive
Albany, NY198 mi · ~5h 43m drive
Syracuse, NY205 mi · ~5h 55m drive
Rochester, NY235 mi · ~6h 47m drive
Buffalo, NY257 mi · ~7h 25m drive
Philadelphia, PA23 mi · ~40 min drive
Pittsburgh, PA236 mi · ~6h 49m drive
Harrisburg, PA72 mi · ~2h 5m drive
Newark, NJ84 mi · ~2h 26m drive
Trenton, NJ43 mi · ~1h 15m drive
Southern (moderate winters, warm summers)

Visit Planning

Suggested Itinerary

9:00 AMArrive & park
Visitor parking lot
Free parking with visitor pass
9:30 AMCheck in at Admissions
Admissions Office
10:00 AMInformation session
Welcome Center
45 minutes
11:00 AMCampus tour
Starts at Welcome Center
75 minutes, student-led
12:30 PMLunch
Main Dining Hall
Visitor meal passes available
1:30 PMDepartment visit
Academic buildings
Schedule with department directly
2:30 PMExplore campus independently
Library, student center, residence halls

Airport Transit

Philadelphia PHL (PHL)23 miles
Rental car
35 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
46 min$28-46
Lehigh Valley (ABE)37 miles
Rental car
56 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
74 min$44-74

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