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Two young women in uniforms, one a cadet from Valley Forge Military College, sit at a table reviewing papers and writing notes. Notebooks and folders are spread out as they demonstrate leadership and teamwork in their studies.
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At Valley Forge Military College (VFMC)The Military College of Pennsylvaniastudents build the discipline, confidence, and leadership skills to achieve their goals, wherever they lead. As a private, two-year college, VFMC offers a structured environment for students pursuing a variety of paths — from transfer to selective four-year colleges and universities, to preparation for U.S. service academies, to launching successful civilian careers. Our mission is to educate and develop leaders of character prepared to make a difference in their communities and beyond.

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100%

transfer placement to 4-year institutions

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10:1

student to teacher ratio

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Success

ECP/MCAP enables cadets to commission as officers in two years

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Affordable

100% of students receive financial aid

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Cadet Awarded White Star For Life Saving Action

Cadet Emily Teel was awarded the White Star on Friday, March 6 during a promotions ceremony. The award is one of the institution’s most prestigious honors for acts of exceptional …

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Valley Forge Military College and Valley Forge Military Academy Name Maryland Governor Wes Moore ’96A ’98C as Commencement Speaker

Joint ceremony set for Saturday, May 9 at 10:00 a.m. on the Valley Forge Military campus in Wayne, Pa.   Valley Forge Military College and Valley Forge Military Academy today …

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Valley Forge Military College and Eastern University Complete Property Acquisition Deal

Valley Forge Military College (VFMC) and Eastern University are pleased to announce that Eastern’s purchase of a 33.3-acre portion of VFMC’s property has been completed. The agreement was first announced …

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VFMC hosts German Armed Forces Proficiency Badge competition

Valley Forge Military College’s ROTC Department hosted a competition for the German Armed Forces Proficiency Badge (GAFPB) on Friday, February 27 and Saturday, February 28.   In the United States …

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Captain Howard A. Crawford, Mark Gorenflo join VFMC Board of Trustees

Captain Howard A. Crawford, USAF, MSC (Ret.) and Mr. Mark Gorenflo were recently appointed to the Valley Forge Military College & Foundation Board of Trustees.   Captain Crawford brings more …

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VFMC Cadet earns MacArthur Cadet Award

Sophomore Benjamin Cournoyer was recently presented the MacArthur Cadet Award from the General Douglas MacArthur Foundation.   The award is for outstanding cadets from Association of Military Colleges and Schools …

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Character Development: LtCol Justin M. Bellman ’99 (Honor)

Lieutenant Colonel Justin M. Bellman, USMC (Ret.), a 1999 Valley Forge Military College alum, returned to campus Friday, Feb. 6 as the latest Character Development Chapel Speaker.   LtCol Bellman …

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Valley Forge Military College Unveils New Athletic Logo, Ushering in a Modern Era for Trojan Athletics

Valley Forge Military College (VFMC) today announced the launch of its new athletic logo, a modernized take on the College’s iconic Trojan identity that reflects both tradition and forward momentum …

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Winter 2026 Star and Promotions Ceremony

Cadets gathered in Mellon Hall on Friday for a Star Ceremony and Promotions Ceremony. Cadets who received a term grade point average for a course load of 12 ore more …

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VFMC Wrestling returns with dual against Williamson College of the Trades

MEDIA, Pa. — Valley Forge Military College’s wrestling program competed for the first time in nearly a decade on Thursday, January 22 in Media, Pa. After reinstating the program earlier …

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