Is UVF worth the money? College Factual’s value analysis weighs the quality of education against the cost. Here is the verdict.
UVF is ranked #1,635 out of 2,000 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of C (above average for value).
These UVF majors earned the highest value rankings from College Factual.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Divinity/Ministry | #15 of 20 |
| Philosophy and Religious Studies | #25 of 27 |
| Theological & Ministerial Studies | #28 of 34 |
Read the full UVF value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
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University of Valley Forge is priced appropriately for the quality of education it provides, making it a fair value according to College Factual.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at UVF costs about $32,265. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $129,060 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $45,452 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $32,265 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $32,265 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $129,060 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
Your price depends heavily on your family income and the aid you qualify for. See the UVF net price page for a fuller breakdown of what you might actually pay.
The price you actually pay depends on your circumstances — most students do not pay the full sticker price.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a UVF degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $181,808 | — | — |
| All Students | $129,060 | #1,635 | C |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $129,060 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at UVF shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $22,957 |
| $30K–$48K | $26,349 |
| $48K–$75K | $27,104 |
| $75K–$110K | $28,860 |
| Over $110K | $30,639 |
About 100% of UVF undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $7,713 per year. Get more details on the UVF financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing the average UVF cost of a degree against other schools of a similar quality. If the school is priced fairly for the educational quality it provides, it receives a fair ranking; if it is underpriced, it earns a good or excellent value.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.