University of Valley Forge

Private · Moderately Selective · PA

School data & stats

TypePrivate

LocationPA · Northeast

SettingSuburban

Undergrads471

Student:faculty12:1

Outcomes

4-yr grad rate44.1%

6-yr grad rate49%

Drop-out rate21.5%

Study abroad—

Cost

In-state tuition$25k

Out-of-state tuition$25k

Application fee—

Community

Racial diversity49.7%

Gender diversity49.3%

International4.7%

IdentityAssemblies of God Church

Overview

The University of Valley Forge, in Phoenixville outside Philadelphia, is an Assemblies of God university built around ministry preparation, worship arts, and church leadership, alongside a smaller set of professional programs. Its Pentecostal identity shapes the campus community as much as any single academic department.

Academics

Programs in pastoral ministry, worship arts, and Christian education are the most developed offerings, often combining classroom study with practicum placements in local churches. Professional programs outside ministry exist but are smaller, and Bible coursework runs as a common thread across majors.

Campus & student life

The residential campus sits in suburban Chester County, within reach of Philadelphia, but student life centers on chapel, worship practice, and the Pentecostal spiritual life of the community rather than on proximity to the city. It is a small, tightly knit community organized around shared faith practice.

Worth knowing

Students should expect required chapel attendance and a campus culture organized around Assemblies of God doctrine and worship style, which is a specific fit for students already committed to Pentecostal ministry or worship-arts careers rather than a general Christian college experience.

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Admissions

Acceptance rate61.2%

Enrolled mid-50%—

Test policynot used

Rec letters0

Deadlines (2026–27 cycle)

AdmissionRolling

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