Institutional Characteristics
The following table compares the basic academic information between Comparison between University of Valley Forge and similar schools. Of the schools, 1 school was closed or not active. For the comparison, the schools are remained in the table. By school type, all 6 Comparison between University of Valley Forge and similar schools are private. By school level, all 6 schools are 4-years institutions.
| Name | Location | Type/Level | Highest Degree | Offered Degree |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carlow University | Pittsburgh, PA | Private (not-for-profit), four-years | Doctor's Degree | Certificate, Bachelor, Master, Doctorate, Post-Graduate |
| Gwynedd Mercy University | Gwynedd Valley, PA | Private (not-for-profit), four-years | Doctor's Degree | Associate, Bachelor, Master, Doctorate, Post-Graduate |
| Pennsylvania College of Art and Design | Lancaster, PA | Private (not-for-profit), four-years | Bachelor's Degree | Certificate, Bachelor |
| Jefferson (Philadelphia University + Thomas Jefferson University) | Philadelphia, PA | no longer opens and does not accept applicants | ||
| Susquehanna University | Selinsgrove, PA | Private (not-for-profit), four-years | Master's Degree | Bachelor, Master |
| University of Valley Forge | Phoenixville, PA | Private (not-for-profit), four-years | Master's Degree | Certificate, Associate, Bachelor, Master |
Key Facts Comparison
The average tuition & fees of Comparison between University of Valley Forge and similar schools is $39,130 for all undergraduate students. The following table compares key facts for each schools including acceptance rate, graduation rate, tuition, student to faculty ratio, and student population.
| Name | Tuition & Fees | Acceptance Rate | Graduation Rate | Student Faculty Ratio | Student Population |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carlow University | $34,502 | 92.70% | 56% | 10:1 | 2,104 |
| Gwynedd Mercy University | $38,310 | 58.42% | 56% | 8:1 | 2,091 |
| Pennsylvania College of Art and Design | $31,370 | 44.31% | 60% | 7:1 | 245 |
| Jefferson (Philadelphia University + Thomas Jefferson University) | no longer opens and does not accept applicants | ||||
| Susquehanna University | $57,400 | 76.69% | 75% | 13:1 | 2,231 |
| University of Valley Forge | $24,510 | 82.43% | 42% | 11:1 | 583 |
| Average | $39,130 | - | 0.00% | 13.00:1 | 3,746 |