Tuition & Affordability

Valley Forge Military Academy: The best investment you can make for your son’s rewarding future.

When you invest in your son’s education, you are investing in his future success.

For nearly a century, the parents of our students and alumni have seen the life-changing impact of a Valley Forge Military Academy education on their children. Lives have been shaped, futures changed for the better—all because their parents believed in the value of financially investing in their child’s future.

Read on for our current tuition rates and other school fees, as well as for information on tuition payment options .

TUITION AND FEES

At Valley Forge Military Academy, we strive to make our programs accessible while maintaining the high standards of education, discipline, and leadership training we are known for.

Below are some key points about tuition and payment options:

	Boarding		Day
	Full Year	Mid Year	Full Year	Mid Year
Tuition, Room & Board	$49,000	$30,000	$22,000	$14,000
Uniform fee*	$2,500	$2,500	$2,500	$2,500
Chromebook fee*	$500	$500	$500	$500
Total	$52,000	$33,000	$25,000	$17,000

Payment Plans:

For full-year students, we offer a convenient 10-month installment payment plan if the deposit is made prior to June 1st. After June 1st, the plan will be based on the month of deposit (e.g., if a deposit is made in July, the plan will be for 9 months, and so on, until March of the following year).
For mid-year students, we offer a 6-month payment plan if the deposit is received before December. After December, the payment plan is reduced to 5 months. Payment plans can be arranged once the deposit is submitted.

*Additional Costs:

Uniforms, technology fees, and other one-time expenses are not included in the base tuition but are part of the overall cost owed for your child’s first year. These costs are detailed in the enrollment agreement.

International Students

International tuition rates and information can be found here.

AFFORDING VALLEY FORGE MILITARY ACADEMY

Our dedicated faculty and staff work tirelessly to impart the values that will ensure his success after high school and beyond, both educationally and personally. While we are confident that a Valley Forge education is the most valuable investment you can make in your son’s future, we also understand that it can be a considerable financial commitment, and may not be within reach for every family. We are dedicated to assisting families through merit-based scholarships as we strive to make sure that a VFMA education is accessible to all.

*Financial aid is limited and offered only to domestic full-year boarding students in the form of merit-based scholarships. Families requiring additional support should consider external funding options. Our platform that determines financial awards is shared upon acceptance to our institution.

Financial Aid FAQ

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Merit-based scholarships FOR ACCEPTED STUDENTS

After you have submitted an application and your son has been accepted into the #ForgeFamily, you may use our Clarity application to apply for merit-based scholarships.
Merit-based scholarships may be available for eligible students, but it’s important to understand that Valley Forge Military Academy does not offer full tuition support.
To get started, please go to the Clarity Application and create an account. At the end of the application, there is a $60 fee to submit.
Any family who wishes to be considered for any scholarships, must complete an application through Clarity. Scholarships are limited, and will be re-evaluated year to year.

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Additional funding options

529 Savings Plan

529 plan rules allow for up to $10,000 per year to be applied toward private elementary or secondary school tuition expenses. Note that the only qualified expense that is stated in the rules is “tuition.” Consult your tax advisor for more information.

External Academic Scholarships

Click here to view a list of additional academic funding resources offered by external organizations. These programs can help make your son’s VFMA journey more affordable!

Private Education Loans

Families may consider private education loans through trusted lenders. Please note that Valley Forge Military Academy does not accept government funding or college-specific resources such as FAFSA or Sallie Mae loans. For more information, visit Your Tuition Solution to explore available private loan options.