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Private nonprofit, 4-Year
Phoenixville, PA

University of Valley Forge

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in PA. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$24,510

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

78.2%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

47.6%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$39,016

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

University of Valley Forge is a distinguished Private nonprofit, 4-Year institution located in Phoenixville, PA. With a competitive tuition profile of $24,510, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 47.6% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$98,040

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

10.9 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$9,016

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

-$7,880

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$82,280

Long-term projected return on your education investment

Graduation Rate: 48%

Students who don't graduate may still carry debt without the full earnings benefit. Consider program-specific outcomes in the Career Paths section below.

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at University of Valley Forge is $27,000.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
50.1%
49.9%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
49.3%
Hispanic
24.8%
Black
15.1%
International
3.8%
Asian
2.5%
Two or more
2.5%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.9%
Unknown
0.9%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.2%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

0

Burglary

0

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$24,510

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$22,957
$30k - $48k$26,349
$48k - $75k$27,104
$75k+$28,860

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$27,000
Pell Grant Recipients50.8%
Using Federal Loans73.8%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment52.0%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

69.6%

Success

47.6%

In-State Cost

$24,510

Age 25+ Students

10.0%

Carnegie Class

Baccalaureate: Diverse

Working at 6yr

259 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Phoenixville (City-wide)0.0

Property Crimes

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Phoenixville (City-wide)0.0

Stats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.