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About Valley Forge Military Academy and College
Valley Forge Military Academy and College is a leadership institution focused on developing the whole person. The Academy is a college preparatory school for boys, offering middle school and high school. The College is a two-year institution for men and women and has been designated the Military College of Pennsylvania.™
Our mission is to develop individuals to be fully prepared for the responsibilities and challenges of being citizen leaders. We produce graduates who are strong in mind, body and soul.
Our vision is to be a shining beacon, calling young people from around the world to achieve their full intellectual, physical, moral and leadership potential.
Our philosophy is to develop the whole person within an integrated academic and military environment. Our tightly structured and supervised cadet-led community helps to inculcate a deep, enduring commitment to responsible and informed citizenship in a democratic society.
The Five Cornerstones
Since our founding in 1928, we have used the Five Cornerstones as an approach to developing the whole person. These cornerstones have stood the test of time and remain central to our institution today.
Academic Excellence
It is the goal of our faculty to provide cadets the best possible education, equipping them with the critical thinking skills that will enable them to navigate the complexities of life. Many of our students graduate from VFMAC and use their knowledge to enroll in the most competitive universities–the most challenging, yet promising academic environments.
Character Development
Our education philosophy is grounded in developing cadets of the highest moral character, excelling in integrity, honesty and service.
Personal Motivation
We inspire excellence in our cadets through teamwork, organizational pride, and setting and achieving personal goals.
Physical Development
Through physical education and athletic competition, each cadet learns the habits and attitudes necessary for lifelong physical wellness.
Leadership
Cadets learn to become leaders by gaining a sense of individual responsibility and confidence in their own abilities as future citizen leaders.
Take the First Step
Contact us now to learn more about the opportunities that await at Valley Forge.
Facts About Valley Forge Military Academy
Valley Forge Military Academy is an independent, private, college preparatory school for boys in grades 7-12 founded with the purpose of developing boys into young men of character, integrity and discipline.
The Academy offers college preparatory academics, credentialed faculty, competitive PIAA athletics, and individual attention, providing cadets with an environment focused on their academic success.
Ninety five percent of Academy graduates enter college after graduation.
Awards more than $4 million in scholarships and financial aid, each year.
Facts About Valley Forge Military College
Valley Forge Military College is a co-educational, accredited two-year private college.
Young men and women come to the College to reach their fullest academic potential, enrolling in programs which lead to AA, AS or ABA degrees. Many go on to the top universities in our country after graduating from VFMC.
Our dedicated scholar-practitioners are experts in their fields and focused on teaching as their first priority.
One of only four Army ROTC Early Commissioning Programs (ECP) in the U.S., and the only in the North East.
Designated as a Center for Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense 2 Year Education by the NSA/DHS.
In 2006, the College proudly opened its doors to women for the first time. We believe in the equal power of women and strive to create an environment in which both women and men can thrive.
Leadership
Meet the Valley Forge Leadership Team
Our leadership team is committed to making Valley Forge one of the premier institutes for forming young men and women into the leaders of tomorrow.
Phone and Email Conventions
Unless otherwise noted, all phone numbers begin with (610) 989-XXXX. Add the 4-digit extension, listed by department, for the person you wish to reach.
If you know a staff member’s name and would like to reach him/her via e-mail, the following format can be used to do so: “first initial, last name” followed by “@vfmac.edu”. Therefore, if the individual’s name were John Public, it would translate into: “jpublic@vfmac.edu”
Staff Contact Information
President Col Stuart B. Helgeson, USMCR (Ret.) 1201
Commandant of Cadets Col J.J. Rivera, USMCR 1256
Chief Financial Officer Mr. Eric Saul 1325
Professor of Military Sciences (SROTC) LTC Brett A. Gambacorta, U.S. Army 1440
Dean, Valley Forge Military Academy Dr. Paul M. Lea, '87, '89C 1360
Provost, Valley Forge Military College Dr. Robert Smith 1458
Garrison Sergeant Major GSM William Mott 1471
Senior Director of Institutional Advancement Mrs. Kathleen Elsmore 1328
Dean of College Services/ Financial Aid & Admissions/ Title IX Coordinator Dr. Jesse Phillips 1467
Registrar, Valley Forge Military College LtCol Tracey Hartley 1450
Enrollment Manager, Valley Forge Military College Mr. Audie Murphy 1302
Director of Marketing & Communications Mrs. Mary Heller 1345
Director of Alumni Relations Mr. Thomas Goldblum ’69, '71C 1329
Head of Facilities Operations Mr. George Else 1354
Director of Information Technology Mr. Michael G. Brock 1246
Bursar / Cadet Accounts Manager Ms. Jennifer Berry 1230
Associate Dean, Valley Forge Military Academy Mr. Aaron Barkley 1382
Assistant Dean, Valley Forge Military Academy Mrs. Lauren Wochok 1401
Director of Admissions, Valley Forge Military Academy Ms. Anna Brennan 1561
Director International Admissions Mr. Kerry Sethi 1315
Admissions Representative & Financial Aid Coordinator, Valley Forge Military Academy Ms. Gabrielle Jones 1399
Bandmaster / Director of Music Mr. Vincent DeMarro 1252
Director of Cadet Activities & Summer Camps Mrs. Elizabeth Boylan 1253
Director of Health Center Ms. Debbie Hammer 1518
Director of Library Services Ms. Dana Kerrigan 1364
Director of Athletics Mr. Mike Muscella 1492
Board of Trustees
THE LEADERS WHO SHAPE VALLEY FORGE
Our distinguished board members bring a variety of lifetime experiences to inform their decisions and ensure the future success of Valley Forge.
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Meetings
The Board of Trustees meets four times a year. During intervals between meetings of the Board, the Executive Committee meets. Currently the Executive Committee meets four times a year.
Click here to download the Valley Forge Military Academy Foundation By-Laws.– Approved 10/9/2020
Cadet Life
THE FULL LIFE OF CADETS
Life as a cadet is rich, meaningful and fun. The process of overcoming challenges—whether it’s a difficult exam or an obstacle course—is deeply rewarding, even exhilarating. And facing these challenges together alongside other cadets is how deep, lasting friendships are forged.
The Corps of Cadets
The structure of cadet life is governed by the Corps of Cadets, a cadet-led system which administers the implementation of rules, traditions and many activities. The Corps follows a military structure, headed by a Commandant of Cadets, and with a Chain of Command through which the delegation of authority descends. This system provides cadets with countless opportunities to experience both leading and following well, in the context of their peers.
Plebe System
To become a recognized member of the Corps of Cadets, one must successfully complete a period of training known as the “Plebe System.” The Plebe System is designed to orient new VFMAC students with our cadet-led community and our customs and traditions. It is a period of adjustment that every cadet who attends Valley Forge undertakes. It is a time honored “rite of passage” that binds all those who attended Valley Forge in a common bond of brotherhood.
This process determines that each has the requisite skills, traits, and attributes to achieve success in all programs at Valley Forge. The process of overcoming challenges-whether it’s a difficult exam or an obstacle course-is deeply rewarding, even exhilarating. And facing these challenges together alongside other cadets is how deep, lasting friendships are forged.
Cadet Life
Within the structure of the Corps of Cadets, there are many programs to make cadet life rich and interesting. The Cadet Life Program assists cadets in developing the social and life skills that will help them throughout their lives. The program offers character, religious, social, and physical programs to assist the cadet’s development as a whole person. In addition to their regular academic schedules, cadets have access to numerous clubs, activities, and honor societies, providing further opportunities to develop and pursue personal interests.
Honor Code of Conduct
“A cadet will not lie, cheat, steal, nor tolerate those who do.” The Honor Code of Conduct permeates every aspect of cadet life. The Corps is the guardian of this Honor Code and helps administer its enforcement.
Community Service & Volunteer Programs
Academy and College cadets are engaged in a variety of projects and activities at schools, nursing homes, churches, and food banks where they can contribute to the betterment of the community.
Campus Life
Our dedicated staff, faculty, and TAC team (Teach, Advise, Counsel) is on hand to help with the development of each cadet, assisting with interpersonal communication, life skills and personal growth.
Learn More
The best way to really understand what life is like at VFMAC is to speak with current and former cadets. Contact us today, and we will connect you with cadets who will share their personal experience with you.
Alumni
Leave a Lasting Legacy
Help Build Tomorrow’s Leaders
Now more than ever, our country needs young men of women of character. At this moment, young cadets are being forged into the next generation of leaders—just like you were, many years ago. In fact, it is your legacy that drives them, the example of those who have graduated and gone onto become great men and women of character.
The support of alumni like you is what makes it possible for tomorrow’s leaders to graduate from Valley Forge today.
We at Valley Forge are more committed than ever to forging futures of success. But we can’t do it without you.
The Valley Forge Alumni Association
For years, our alumni have maintained their legacy through the Valley Forge Alumni Association. They connect with other alumni, who know and share the same values they learned as cadets, and they work together to give back to the next generations.
Join the Alumni Association today and stay connected with former cadets like yourself, and ensure the Valley Forge legacy endures.
Share Your Story
We would love to hear your story, about how Valley Forge has shaped your life and career. Contact us to share your story.
Parents
It Takes a Village
A successful Valley Forge experience relies on a team effort involving the cadet, the faculty and staff, and parents. We are committed to providing the resources you need to play your part in your child’s journey.
Parents Association
The Parents Association serves many critical roles within life at Valley Forge. In addition to acting as a liaison with the school administration and a support group for new parents, it also organizes fundraising events and plans cultural enrichment programs. We encourage all parents to join the Parents Association and volunteer for its events and activities.
Resources for Parents
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Parents PowerSchool Portal (Academy)
Lintons Food Service Management: Click this link to view the Menu & Nutrition Information for our on-campus food service provider, Lintons Food Service Management.
Merch & Apparel: Check out our NEW online print-on-demand merandise store! New promotions every month!
Forge Family Facebook Group: This is a place for parents of Valley Forge Military Academy & College cadets to connect with each other, find resources and offer news, support and community pride to the VFMAC community.
Smugmug Photo Gallery by VFMAC Staff and Cadets
Smugmug Photo Gallery by Paola Nogueras, Campus Photographer
Questions?
Contact us using the form below and we will get back to you as soon as possible! If you prefer you can also call us at: (610) 989-1200
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The Academy
The College
What semester are you interested In?**
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Spring 2022
Fall 2022
How Did You Hear About Us?**
Your Questions (Include child's name if parent):
COVID-19 Information
Continuing in-person education in a healthful manner is critical to advancing our tradition of producing the next generation of leaders.
While it is impossible to eliminate all risks, we have created plans and procesures to reduce risks by taking reasonable and thoughtful precautions. These measures include adjustments to our school calendar, new health protocols, reduced density in the classrooms, changes to our dining procedures, the ability to switch between in-person and online learning seamlessly as needed, and more.
We will continue to update this page and the documents within to accommodate new information about COVID-19, vaccines, and other factors.
Health and Safety Plans
Please be aware that these are “living” documents and we will adjust our plans based on guidance provided at any time as necessary, prudent and based on what is reasonable and feasible.
Download VFMA Phased School Reopening Health and Safety Plan
Download VFMC Health and Safety Plan
General FAQs
What are the important dates for the 2020-2021 academic year?
Here are the critical dates we can share at this time:
July 22 and 23: Returning Army ROTC Early Commissioning Program (ECP) Cadets Arrive
August 5 and 6: All New Cadets participating in the Army ROTC Early Commissioning Program (ECP) Arrive
August 14: Academy and College Leadership Detail Arrive (invitation only)
August 22: Academy and College Plebes and All International Cadets Arrive
August 27: Academy Cadets Taking College Classes and Returning College Cadets Arrive
August 31: First Day of College Classes
September 1: Returning Academy Cadets Arrive
September 7 (Labor Day): No Classes for College
September 10: First Day of Academy Classes
November 20: College Cadets Depart Campus and Complete Semester Online
November 25: Academy Cadets choosing to return home at Thanksgiving depart campus (after last duty)
November 30- December 11: Synchronous Classes for Academy (virtual and in person)
November 30 – December 3: College Finals
December 4-February 5: College Winter Break
December 11: Remaining Academy Cadets Depart for Winter Break
January 4/5: Remote Classess Resume: Asynchronous Classes for the Academy
January 6-8: Synchronous Classes for the Academy
January 9: Academy International, Identified Leadership, 7th, 8th and 9th grades Return
January 10: Remaining Leadership, 10th, 11th and 12th grades Return
January 11: Academy Classes Resume in Shannon Hall
January 16: Academy Mid-Year Plebes Arrive
January 20-22: Academy Returner Mid-Term Exams
February 6: College Cadets Return
March 13: Ring Ceremony
March 27: Academy Parent/Teacher Virtual Conferences
April 1- 9/10/11: Academy Spring Leave. Leave begins after last duty, no earlier than 4:00 PM, on Thursday, 1 April 2021. Leadership returns on Friday, 9 April from 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.; 7th, 8th & 9th grade return on Saturday, 10 April from 8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.; 11th & 12th grade return on Sunday, 11 April from 8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.) Departure/Return times will be staggered.
April 13: Academy SAT Testing (on campus)
April 30: Last Day of College Classes
May 3-7: College Final Exams
May 13: College Graduation and Commissioning
May 21: Academy Awards Convocation (Underclassmen)
June 3: Academy Underclassmen Depart
June 4: Middle School Promotion Ceremony in the Chapel at 10:00 a.m.
June 4: Academy Senior Awards Convocation
June 5: Academy Graduation on the Parade Field at 9:30 a.m.
See the Complete VFMAC Calendar
What should cadets do to prepare for their arrival on campus?
How/when will cadets move into their barracks rooms?
Will parents be allowed on campus to help move items into the barracks?
Will cadets be tested for COVID-19?
What if my child is already medically compromised?
What if I cannot make it back to campus by my designated date?
Once cadets are on campus, what type of health monitoring will there be?
How will physical distancing be practiced in classrooms?
What other changes can be expected outside of the classroom?
Will campus events occur this school year?
Will there be an option of 5-Day Boarding this year?
Will I be able to visit my child/children on campus or will they be allowed to come home?
Will athletics and interscholastic competition occur?
What happens if my child gets sick?
International FAQs for Returners
Will my F-1 expire after five months if I do not hold a U.S. passport or permanent residency?
When should I plan to arrive in the United States after Winter Break?
Where should international cadets look for the most up-to-date information and guidance regarding travel to the U.S. ?
What if I cannot arrive in the United States on January 9 or 10?
Where will I go if the campus is closed or I become ill?
What should I do if I am unable to find a host/guardian?
I am trying to buy a round-trip international airline ticket. What date should I book for my return home?
Employment
Help Shape Tomorrow’s Leaders Today
We invite you to join the Valley Forge Military Academy and College community by applying for one of the open employment opportunities for the Academy, the College, and Summer Camp.
Interested individuals should submit resumes with cover letter and salary requirement to: hrrecruit@vfmac.edu
VALLEY FORGE MILITARY ACADEMY AND COLLEGE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
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Cadet Store Coordinator
Financial Aid Manager
Barber (Part-Time)
Registered Nurse
Facility Rental
Events at Valley Forge
Facility Rental Contact
For availability and additional info, please complete the Contact Us form at the bottom of this page.
VFMAC does not plan on renting its facilities during the COVID period.
Chapel of St. Cornelius the Centurion
Guest Capacity
The chapel offers seating capacity for 1,300 guests; the main seating faces the altar, with two separate sections in the side transepts.
Musical Preference
Our organists are available to play at your event; meetings with the musicians would be scheduled after your reservation is confirmed. You are welcome to bring in your own music for your event, DJs, bands and soloists are permitted to perform.
Additional Allowed Amenities
Unity Candles, Flowers, Pew Decoration, Rose Petals, Aisle Runner (150’), and Wedding/Event Programs are all permitted inside the Chapel. Please no stapling, tacking or taping is allowed. No rice or birdseed toss is permitted.
Retention of Clergy
As a non-denominational Chapel, any faith or religion is welcome. It is solely the responsibility of the customer to provide a clergy member to perform any ceremony if needed.
Photography
Flash photography is allowed during the ceremony. Pictures may also be taken at the conclusion of the ceremony in the chapel and around the campus grounds.
Additional Notes
The chapel is handicap accessible.
There is no air conditioning in the chapel, however fans are provided.
We do have one room available for a “green room”, or staging area.
Two altars, two podiums with microphones, and a piano are available for your use.
Eisenhower Hall
An elegant two-story building, facing the famous cadet parade grounds, is conveniently located on the southeast corner of our campus.
The first floor is set for your event’s customized cocktail hour and the Founders Room is also available for your use. The second floor will be decorated to your specifications, the floors are elegantly tiled in black and white, with a stunning high ceiling adorned with bronze chandeliers. Let our coordinators and exclusive catering team put together the perfect event for you.
Choose from one of our three catering guides, or customize your very own menu for your event. Each per person price is inclusive of taxes and rental fees. Choose from our standard 10-foot rectangular banquet tables, or standard 6-foot round tables. Included in the price is basic poly blend linens, fine china, silver chargers, silverware and stemware. The minimum rental requirement is for 150 guests. We can accommodate up to 200 guests for a sit down dinner with a dance floor, and 250 guests without a dance floor. Although we do supply the bar service, Valley Forge Military Academy and College is a BYOB establishment.
Eisenhower Hall is also available for corporate meetings. We are able to host an array of floor plans and menu options for your corporation’s meeting, as well as a build your own meeting option. We do offer the use of our LCD projector, screen, audio set up and easels. Inquire with our Director of Special Events for additional information and pricing. Eisenhower Hall is catered exclusively by Sodexo.
Other Rental Uses
Team Building
Let our staff take your employees and turn them into a well-oiled team. We have compiled the best of team building exercises and our facilities to create the ultimate team building activities.
We invite you to use our ropes course, climbing wall, obstacle course and paintball pit to create a fun-filled day of team building. Begin your day in Eisenhower Hall with a breakfast buffet; or after a long day of excitement and learning, host a luncheon or dinner for your staff.
Field Rentals
Don’t have a track, baseball diamond, soccer field, pool or football field? We are proud to rent our fields to your sports team. Rental rates are based upon availability.
For additional information and availability, please contact:
Elizabeth Boylan
eboylan@vfmac.edu
(610) 989-1253
Visit Us
Visit Us Today
Come and see for yourself what life is like on campus. Contact us today to schedule a visit and see our beautiful campus grounds and facilities.
Students and families will have the opportunity to interact with their cadet tour guide and meet with an admissions counselor following their tour of campus.
COVID-19 Update
VFMAC is open and is offering full-time boarding for the 2020-2021 school year .
In order to keep our students safe, VFMAC is only offering Boarding Options and not offering Day School
and 5-Day options for the 2020-2021 school year.
COVID-19 Frequently Asked Questions
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Visit the Academy
Tours of Valley Forge Military Academy are offered throughout the year, Monday through Friday, 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. Appointments are strongly recommended.
Please contact the Office of Academy Admissions at 800-234-VFMA (8362) or admissions_academy@vfmac.edu to schedule your visit.
All visits begin in the Office of Academy Admissions located at 14 Fariston Road. Parking is available directly in front of the building. We also have Open Houses periodically during the year.
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Visit the College
Tours and Open Houses of Valley Forge Military College are offered throughout the year. To learn more about VFMC and visit our beautiful 100-acre campus, please contact the Office of Admissions at 800-234-VFMC (8362) or admissions_college@vfmac.edu.
All visits begin in the Office of College Admissions located in Medenbach Hall located just off Radnor Street Road on the VFMAC Campus.
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Logistics of Your Visit
Driving Directions
Valley Forge Military Academy & College
1001 Eagle Road
Wayne, PA 19087-3695
(800) 234-8362
(610) 989-1200
Click here for a printable Campus Map (PDF)
Parking
Parking is available in the General Lot on Radnor Street Road (adjacent to the football field).
Hotel Recommendations
Occasionally we will negotiate with the hotels listed below to offer special rates for guests participating in special events. These specials will be announced for Parents Weekend, and Alumni Homecoming Weekend. Where applicable, be sure to announce your affiliation when making reservations.
Hotels in the Area
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Best Western
127 S Gulph Road
King of Prussia PA 800-780-7234
Comfort Inn
550 W DeKalb Pike
King of Prussia PA 610-962-0700
Courtyard/Marriott/Airport
8900 Bartram Ave
Philadelphia PA 888-236-2427
215-365-2200
Courtyard/Marriott/Devon
762 W Lancaster Ave
Devon Square Shopping Center
Wayne PA
(approx. 1 mile from VF) 800-320-5746
610-687-6633
Courtyard/Marriott/Great Valley
280 Old Morehall Road
Malvern PA 610-993-2600
Courtyard/Marriott/Valley Forge
1100 Drummers Lane
Wayne PA
(approx. 1 mile from VF) 888-236-2427
Desmond Hotel
1 Liberty Boulevard
Malvern PA 610-296-9800
Embassy Suites – Valley Forge
888 Chesterbrook Boulevard
Wayne PA 610-647-6700
800-Embassy
Fairfield Inn – Valley Forge
258 Mall Boulevard
King of Prussia PA
(near the K of P Mall) 610-337-0700
Great Valley House of Valley Forge
1475 Swedesford Road
Malvern PA 610-644-6759
Hampton Inn at Great Valley
635 Lancaster Avenue
Frazer PA 610-699-1300
Hampton Inn
530 W DeKalb Pike
King of Prussia PA
(near the K of P Mall) 610-962-8111
Hilton Garden Inn – Ft. Washington
530 Pennsylvania Avenue
Ft. Washington PA 215-646-4637
Holiday Inn Express
260 N Gulph Road
King of Prussia PA 800-972-2796
Homewood Suites by Hilton Philadelphia – Plymouth Meeting
200 Lee Drive
Plymouth Meeting PA 19462 610-828-9600
Homewood Suites by Hilton
12 E Swedesford Road
Malvern PA 610-296-3500
Hotel Warner
120 N. High Street
West Chester PA 610-692-6920
The Hyatt Place
440 American Avenue
King of Prussia PA 484-690-3000
Marriott Philadelphia West
111 Crawford Avenue
W Conshohocken PA 610-941-5600
McIntosh Inn of Malvern
1 Morehall Road
Malvern PA 800-444-2775
610-651-0400
McIntosh Inn of King of Prussia
260 N Gulph Road
King of Prussia PA 800-444-2775
610-768-9500
Motel 6
815 W DeKalb Pike
King of Prussia PA 610-265-7200
Radisson Hotel – Valley Forge
1160 First Avenue
King of Prussia PA 610-337-2000
800-333-3333
Radnor Hotel
591 E Lancaster Avenue
St. Davids PA 800-537-3000
610-688-5800
Residence Inn by Marriott
600 W Swedesford Road
Berwyn PA 610-640-9494
Residence Inn by Marriott
191 Washington Street
Conshohocken PA 610-828-8800
Sheraton Great Valley Hotel
707 E Lancaster Avenue
Frazer PA 800-598-1753
610-524-5500
Sheraton Park Ridge Hotel
& Conference Center
480 N Gulph Road
King of Prussia PA 484-238-1800
Sonesta ES Suites
20 Morehall Road
Malvern PA 610-296-4343
Villanova Conference Center
629 County Line Road
Radnor PA 19087 610-523-1776
Wayne Bed & Breakfast Inn
211 Strafford Avenue
Wayne PA
(less than 1 mile from VF) 610-715-2224
Wayne Hotel
139 E Lancaster Ave
Wayne PA
(less than 1 mile from VF) 800-962-5850
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We know that donations are extremely personal decisions, and you want your resources to go to recipients and programs that matter the most to you. We encourage all of our donors to choose an area close to their hearts, such as Band, Athletics, E Battery or Scholarships.
Many of our donors have chosen to make a gift in honor or in memory of someone special to them, while supporting the proud tradition of Valley Forge Military Academy & College. We have seen these donations to be particularly inspirational for our students and staff on campus.
We are also passionate about the effective use of your resources, so if you choose, you can simply allow the School to apply your contribution where it is needed most.
Development Contacts
NAME ROLE EMAIL
Kathleen Elsmore Senior Director of Institutional Advancement kelsmore@vfmac.edu
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Stocks & Security
Gifts of securities including stock, bonds, or mutual funds made to our brokerage account are encouraged and often provide significant tax advantages.
To notify us of your intent to transfer, please contact:
Institutional Advancement
(610) 989-1329
development@vfmac.edu
Endowment
Gifts to our endowment increase Valley Forge Military Academy and College’s capacity to attract and retain the best and brightest faculty, to enroll the most qualified cadets, and to maintain our beautiful historic campus. Only the income from the principal is spent, ensuring that your gift continues in perpetuity.
A healthy endowment allows us to bolster our annual operating budget and provides necessary financial flexibility and resilience, helping to safeguard the school’s finances through changing and sometimes challenging economic times.
If you are interested in making an endowment gift, please contact:
Institutional Advancement
(610) 989-1329
development@vfmac.edu
United Way
Valley Forge Military Academy and College is a designated United Way recipient, and our donor number is 4316.
Gifts in Memory or Honor
A gift made in honor or memory of a family member, teacher, student or friend is a generous and thoughtful way to remember a person’s life and accomplishments.
To mail in your donation, please complete the Forge Fund Form, specifying:
The honoree’s name
Name and contact information for his/her next of kin
Please make checks payable to “VFMA Foundation” and mail your gift to:
Valley Forge Military Academy & College
Institutional Advancement Office
1001 Eagle Road
Wayne, PA 19087
For more information about providing a gift in honor or memory of someone, please contact:
Institutional Advancement
(610) 989-1329
COVID-19 Update
VFMAC is open and is offering full-time boarding for the 2020-2021 school year.
In order to keep our students safe, VFMAC is only offering Boarding Options and not offering Day School
and 5-Day options for the 2020-2021 school year.
Forging Boys into Young Men
You know the potential your son has. You have a vision for him, for who you want him to be when he grows up. A man of character, integrity, self-discipline. Confident. Strong. Ready to take on the world.
Developing boys into young men of character is not easy. It requires a holistic approach: mind, body and soul. And, as a parent, it is hard to do it alone. It really does take a village. Most schools don’t offer the kind of structure and discipline that boys need to grow into their full potential.
That is what Valley Forge Military Academy does. We help mold boys into young men who are leaders in their communities, ready to handle the challenges of life.
Take the first step in your son’s future today. Contact us to learn more about how we can help.
Academy Overview
Watch this brief overview video to learn how your son can make his academic future a reality while learning skills he’ll use the rest his life.
Forging Boys into Young Men
You know the potential your son has. You have a vision for him, for who you want him to be when he grows up. A man of character, integrity, self-discipline. Confident. Strong. Ready to take on the world.
Developing boys into young men of character is not easy. It requires a holistic approach: mind, body and soul. And, as a parent, it is hard to do it alone. It really does take a village. Most schools don’t offer the kind of structure and discipline that boys need to grow into their full potential.
That is what Valley Forge Military Academy does. We help mold boys into young men who are leaders in their communities, ready to handle the challenges of life.
Take the first step in your son’s future today. Contact us to learn more about how we can help.
Leadership
Meet the Valley Forge Leadership Team
Our leadership team is committed to making Valley Forge one of the premier institutes for forming young men and women into the leaders of tomorrow.
Contact
Main Telephone: (610) 989-1200
Toll Free Telephone: (800) 234-8362
Main Fax: (610) 688-1545
Phone and Email Conventions
Unless otherwise noted, all phone numbers begin with (610) 989-XXXX. Add the 4-digit extension, listed by department, for the person you wish to reach.
If you know a staff member’s name and would like to reach him/her via e-mail, the following format can be used to do so: “first initial, last name” followed by “@vfmac.edu”. Therefore, if the individual’s name were John Public, it would translate into: “jpublic@vfmac.edu”
Staff Contact Information
President Col Stuart B. Helgeson, USMCR (Ret.) 1201
Commandant of Cadets Col J.J. Rivera, USMCR 1256
Chief Financial Officer Mr. Eric Saul 1325
Professor of Military Sciences (SROTC) LTC Brett A. Gambacorta, U.S. Army 1440
Dean, Valley Forge Military Academy Dr. Paul M. Lea, '87, '89C 1360
Provost, Valley Forge Military College Dr. Robert Smith 1458
Garrison Sergeant Major GSM William Mott 1471
Senior Director of Institutional Advancement Mrs. Kathleen Elsmore 1328
Dean of College Services/ Financial Aid & Admissions/ Title IX Coordinator Dr. Jesse Phillips 1467
Registrar, Valley Forge Military College LtCol Tracey Hartley 1450
Enrollment Manager, Valley Forge Military College Mr. Audie Murphy 1302
Director of Marketing & Communications Mrs. Mary Heller 1345
Director of Alumni Relations Mr. Thomas Goldblum ’69, '71C 1329
Head of Facilities Operations Mr. George Else 1354
Director of Information Technology Mr. Michael G. Brock 1246
Bursar / Cadet Accounts Manager Ms. Jennifer Berry 1230
Associate Dean, Valley Forge Military Academy Mr. Aaron Barkley 1382
Assistant Dean, Valley Forge Military Academy Mrs. Lauren Wochok 1401
Director of Admissions, Valley Forge Military Academy Ms. Anna Brennan 1561
Director International Admissions Mr. Kerry Sethi 1315
Admissions Representative & Financial Aid Coordinator, Valley Forge Military Academy Ms. Gabrielle Jones 1399
Bandmaster / Director of Music Mr. Vincent DeMarro 1252
Director of Cadet Activities & Summer Camps Mrs. Elizabeth Boylan 1253
Director of Health Center Ms. Debbie Hammer 1518
Director of Library Services Ms. Dana Kerrigan 1364
Director of Athletics Mr. Mike Muscella 1492
The Academy
Watch this brief overview video to learn how your son can make his academic future a reality while learning skills he’ll use the rest his live.
Thank you for your interest in Valley Forge Military Academy!
We are an independent, college preparatory school for boys in grades 7-12. Our rigorous curriculum and structure will help your son develop to his full potential. Please contact us if you have any questions about the school or our admissions process.
The Application Process
Step 1: Apply
We accept applications on an ongoing basis for January or September enrollment. The earlier you apply, the earlier you can be accepted and considered for scholarship opportunities.
If you have any questions during the application process, or would prefer a mailed copy of the application, please contact the Admissions Office at (610) 989-1200.
An application file is complete when we receive:
A completed online application. Apply here.
Teacher Evaluations (math teacher, english teacher, and guidance counselor). Download form.
Transcript, including conduct and attendance records from the prior two years and previous term report card. You can fill out the form and give it to your current school, but your admissions counselor will also reach out to them as well. Download Records Release form.
Standardized test scores if they have been taken. Applicants can submit SSAT (Secondary School Admissions Test) or ISEE (Independent Schools Entrance Exam) results.
IEP or 504 Plan is applicable.
Please note: an acceptance decision cannot be rendered until we have this information.
Step 2: Visit Campus
The best way to know if the Academy is a fit for your son is to come and see for yourself! We invite you to visit Valley Forge during one of our upcoming Open Houses or by scheduling a campus visit.
Schedule a Campus Visit
Visits are held on an appointment basis, Monday through Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Because cadet life is best experienced when classes are in session, we encourage families to visit during a weekday. When necessary, a visit may be scheduled on Saturday by appointment. Schedule your visit today by calling our Admissions Office at (610) 989-1200.
Step 3: Admissions Decision
Once your application file is complete, written notification of the decision will be mailed to you. Upon notification for acceptance, a $1,000 deposit for domestic students or $1,500 for international students is required ($500 for midterm domestic), which will be credited toward tuition.
Tuition and Fees
Make the Best Investment of All
Tuition and Fees
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 .
Please visit our Affording VFMAC page for information on financial aid and scholarships.
Questions? Please call the Office of Academy Admissions at 610-989-1200.
2020-2021 Middle & High School Boarding:
Full-Year Mid-Year
Tuition $37,975 $23,975
Room Included Included
Dining Included Included
Uniforms Included Included
Total $37,975 $23,975
2020-2021 Middle & High School Day Student:
Full-Year Mid-Year
Tuition $22,975 $16,975
Room Included Included
Dining Included Included
Uniforms Included Included
Total $22,975 $16,975
These costs encompass tuition and fees, room and dining, uniforms, required personal supplies, laundry and dry-cleaning, haircuts, shoe repair, and health care.
Additional Expenses:
Other expenses include textbooks, personal allowance, and paid activities, such as SCUBA training, Judo, driver’s education, or membership in artillery battery (E Battery). A fee is charged for Health Center care that lasts more than 24 hours and requires a medical management plan.
2020-2021 VFMA Billing & Payment Contract Please download, print, sign, and return.
Early Pay Discount- UPDATED
Families who make full payment of their 2021-2022 balance by June 15, 2021 may be eligible to receive a 5% Early Pay Discount. IMPORTANT: Please contact the Business Office directly at 610-989-1230 to determine your eligibility and the level of your early pay discount.
Payment Plans
Full Year Payment Plan Options:
Option 1 – Pay the full tuition amount in June. Receive a 5% DISCOUNT!
Option 2 – Pay the first half in June and pay the balance in November.
Option 3 – Pay in 10 month increments from June to March.
Mid-Year Payment Plan Options:
Option 1 – Pay the full tuition amount in December or January.
Option 2 – Pay in 4 month increments from January to April.
Employment
Help Shape Tomorrow’s Leaders Today
We invite you to join the Valley Forge Military Academy and College community by applying for one of the open employment opportunities for the Academy, the College, and Summer Camp.
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VALLEY FORGE MILITARY ACADEMY AND COLLEGE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Scholarship and Awards
CREATING OPPORTUNITIES FOR ALL
We are dedicated to helping students and families navigate the financial commitment of a VFMA education. We are proud to say that last year, we awarded more than $4,000,000 in merit and need-based aid. See what scholarship and award opportunities are waiting for you!
Affording Valley Forge Miltiary Academy
A Valley Forge Military Academy education is an investment in your son’s future, and we want to help you make that investment most prudently through our variety of grants, scholarships, payment plans, and financial assistance programs.
Financial Aid at VFMA
We have seen many families successfully combine their current assets and resources with loan options, merit scholarships, and/or need-based aid. We suggest you start exploring your options as soon as you apply for your child’s admission into the Academy.
Identifying Tuition Options:
Applying for Student Loan Pre-approval
Sallie Mae is an educational lender that offers a range of options for loan terms, interest rates, and payment plans. To learn more and to apply for pre-approval, please visit the SallieMae website.
VFMA school ID: 601046003
Applying for Need-Based Tuition Assistance
Valley Forge Military Academy need-based financial aid may also be awarded to eligible cadets in grades 7 to 12 who display financial need. Financial need is determined through the filing of the Parents’ Financial Statement (PFS) through the School & Student Services (SSS) by NAIS. SSS will send your application results directly to Valley Forge Military Academy with verification of your most recent W2. Once we have received this information and the student has been accepted for enrollment, we will notify you about available aid. The offer will be based on your demonstrated need, the school’s financial aid policies, and the available budget. Your award package may contain a combination of Valley Forge aid and other scholarships that match the uniqueness of your son’s abilities and contributions to Valley Forge. The nature of these scholarships may change during your son’s tenure at Valley Forge, as he matures and gets involved in different activities, but the total value of the award will not.Applications are available online here
SSS Code: 900044
The fee for financial aid applications varies each year.
We also recommend that you review the wide range of resources that SSS has put together to help families with the financial aid process.
Valley Forge Military Academy Scholarships & Awards
Cory Stein Memorial Scholarship – This grant and scholarship supports the efforts of academically able students who are good citizens and who seek leadership roles in their communities and the world. Please see the Stein Scholarship page for more information and to apply.
Ethel Mae Hocker Foundation Scholarship – This scholarship provides an education opportunity to a deserving student who meet academic criteria and have demonstrated good citizenship and leadership.
Merit Academic Scholarship – This award is offered to applicants who have consistently demonstrated academic excellence in their current school. All applicants are automatically reviewed for eligibility for this scholarship. Eligibility is based on academic records such as transcripts, standardized testing results, and additional official academic documentation.
Sons of Veteran Scholarship – This award is offered automatically to applicants who have a sibling, parent or grandparent who is a veteran of any branch of the United States Armed Forces.
Service Day Scholarship – This award is offered to applicants who have a mother or father who is currently a first responder. In order to receive this award, there needs to proof of parent/guardian working as a first responder.
Legacy Alumni Scholarship – This award is offered to applicants who have a sibling, cousin, parent, grandparent, uncle, or aunt who are Alumni of Valley Forge Military Academy and College.
Regimental Band Scholarship – This award is offered to applicants who have experience within a musical program or who have an interest in being part of the Regimental Band. Potential recipients must audition in order to be eligible for the award.
Endowed and Annual Scholarships – Valley Forge Military Academy has many donors who have established endowed scholarship funds to support both new and returning cadets. Each award has specific eligibility requirements and criteria to be selected. Endowed Scholarship recipients are chosen by a panel. Please note:
All new and returning cadets are automatically reviewed for eligibility.
Not all applicants will receive an endowed award.
Awards are applied to the following fall semester and may take the place of need-based grants.
Boy Scouts of America Award – This award is offered to applicants who have a history of being part of the Boy Scouts of America. These young men exhibit qualities that Valley Forge Military Academy wants to enroll, and therefore are included in our scholarship pool. The student must have a certificate or letter from his scout master stating he is currently in the Boy Scouts of America. It is highly encouraged that the letter or certificate be submitted at the same time the admissions application is submitted.
Private Scholarships – Some organizations offer scholarships for elementary and secondary education based on family background, memberships in clubs and associations, and other variable factors. Check your local library for publications and browse the internet for sources of private scholarships. Scholarship searching services should typically be free of charge, therefore beware of scholarship searches that have fees attached.
Scholarships for Pennsylvania Residents
There are two special scholarship programs sponsored by the State of Pennsylvania. Your admissions counselor will discuss these programs with you during the application process. The funding for each of these programs is limited to the donations made in that year.
Opportunity Scholarship Tax Credit Program (OSTC) – To receive Opportunity Scholarship funding from VFMA, an eligible applicant must be a school age student residing within the attendance boundary of a low-achieving school, who is a resident of Pennsylvania, who is enrolled at Valley Forge Military Academy, and who is a member of a household with an annual household income of not more than $60,000, with the exception of an additional income allowance of $12,000 permitted for the student and for each other dependent (as defined by the IRS) living within the same household.
Educational Improvement Tax Credit Program (EITC) – To receive EITC funding from VFMA, an eligible applicant must be a school age student who is a resident of Pennsylvania, who is enrolled at Valley Forge Military Academy, and who is a member of a household with an annual household income of not more than $60,000, with the exception of an additional income allowance of $12,000 permitted for the student and for each other dependent (as defined by the IRS) living within the same household.
Facility Rental
Events at Valley Forge
Valley Forge Military Academy and College, resting on 100 acres of beautiful landscape, is the perfect venue for weddings and corporate events.
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Facility Rental Contact
For availability and additional info, please complete the Contact Us form at the bottom of this page.
VFMAC does not plan on renting its facilities during the COVID period.
Chapel of St. Cornelius the Centurion
Guest Capacity
The chapel offers seating capacity for 1,300 guests; the main seating faces the altar, with two separate sections in the side transepts.
Musical Preference
Our organists are available to play at your event; meetings with the musicians would be scheduled after your reservation is confirmed. You are welcome to bring in your own music for your event, DJs, bands and soloists are permitted to perform.
Additional Allowed Amenities
Unity Candles, Flowers, Pew Decoration, Rose Petals, Aisle Runner (150’), and Wedding/Event Programs are all permitted inside the Chapel. Please no stapling, tacking or taping is allowed. No rice or birdseed toss is permitted.
Retention of Clergy
As a non-denominational Chapel, any faith or religion is welcome. It is solely the responsibility of the customer to provide a clergy member to perform any ceremony if needed.
Photography
Flash photography is allowed during the ceremony. Pictures may also be taken at the conclusion of the ceremony in the chapel and around the campus grounds.
Additional Notes
The chapel is handicap accessible.
There is no air conditioning in the chapel, however fans are provided.
We do have one room available for a “green room”, or staging area.
Two altars, two podiums with microphones, and a piano are available for your use.
Eisenhower Hall
An elegant two-story building, facing the famous cadet parade grounds, is conveniently located on the southeast corner of our campus.
The first floor is set for your event’s customized cocktail hour and the Founders Room is also available for your use. The second floor will be decorated to your specifications, the floors are elegantly tiled in black and white, with a stunning high ceiling adorned with bronze chandeliers. Let our coordinators and exclusive catering team put together the perfect event for you.
Choose from one of our three catering guides, or customize your very own menu for your event. Each per person price is inclusive of taxes and rental fees. Choose from our standard 10-foot rectangular banquet tables, or standard 6-foot round tables. Included in the price is basic poly blend linens, fine china, silver chargers, silverware and stemware. The minimum rental requirement is for 150 guests. We can accommodate up to 200 guests for a sit down dinner with a dance floor, and 250 guests without a dance floor. Although we do supply the bar service, Valley Forge Military Academy and College is a BYOB establishment.
Eisenhower Hall is also available for corporate meetings. We are able to host an array of floor plans and menu options for your corporation’s meeting, as well as a build your own meeting option. We do offer the use of our LCD projector, screen, audio set up and easels. Inquire with our Director of Special Events for additional information and pricing. Eisenhower Hall is catered exclusively by Sodexo.
Other Rental Uses
Team Building
Let our staff take your employees and turn them into a well-oiled team. We have compiled the best of team building exercises and our facilities to create the ultimate team building activities.
We invite you to use our ropes course, climbing wall, obstacle course and paintball pit to create a fun-filled day of team building. Begin your day in Eisenhower Hall with a breakfast buffet; or after a long day of excitement and learning, host a luncheon or dinner for your staff.
Field Rentals
Don’t have a track, baseball diamond, soccer field, pool or football field? We are proud to rent our fields to your sports team. Rental rates are based upon availability.
For additional information and availability, please contact:
Elizabeth Boylan
eboylan@vfmac.edu
(610) 989-1253
Academy Admissions
YouR Son Has a
Big Future. VFMA is the first step.
Valley Forge Military Academy has a long tradition of developing boys into young men of character, discipline and integrity.
Thank you for your interest in Valley Forge Military Academy!
We are an independent, college preparatory school for boys in grades 7-12. Our rigorous curriculum and structure will help your son develop to his full potential. Please contact us if you have any questions about the school or our admissions process.
The Application Process
Step 1: Apply
We accept applications on an ongoing basis for January or September enrollment. The earlier you apply, the earlier you can be accepted and considered for scholarship opportunities.
If you have any questions during the application process, or would prefer a mailed copy of the application, please contact the Admissions Office at (610) 989-1200.
An application file is complete when we receive:
A completed online application. Apply here.
Teacher Evaluations (math teacher, english teacher, and guidance counselor). Download form.
Transcript, including conduct and attendance records from the prior two years and previous term report card. You can fill out the form and give it to your current school, but your admissions counselor will also reach out to them as well. Download Records Release form.
Standardized test scores if they have been taken. Applicants can submit SSAT (Secondary School Admissions Test) or ISEE (Independent Schools Entrance Exam) results.
IEP or 504 Plan is applicable.
Please note: an acceptance decision cannot be rendered until we have this information.
Step 2: Visit Campus
The best way to know if the Academy is a fit for your son is to come and see for yourself! We invite you to visit Valley Forge during one of our upcoming Open Houses or by scheduling a campus visit.
Schedule a Campus Visit
Visits are held on an appointment basis, Monday through Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Because cadet life is best experienced when classes are in session, we encourage families to visit during a weekday. When necessary, a visit may be scheduled on Saturday by appointment. Schedule your visit today by calling our Admissions Office at (610) 989-1200.
Step 3: Admissions Decision
Once your application file is complete, written notification of the decision will be mailed to you. Upon notification for acceptance, a $1,000 deposit for domestic students or $1,500 for international students is required ($500 for midterm domestic), which will be credited toward tuition.
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Questions?
Contact us using the form below and we will get back to you as soon as possible! If you prefer you can also call us at: (610) 989-1200
What are you interested in?*
The Academy
The College
What semester are you interested In?*
Fall 2021
Spring 2022
Fall 2022
How Did You Hear About Us?*
Your Questions (Include child's name if parent):
Admissions Events and Visits
Your son has a big future. VFMA is the first step.
Visit the Academy
Come and see for yourself what life is like on campus. Contact us today to schedule a visit and see our beautiful campus grounds and facilities.
Tours of Valley Forge Military Academy are offered throughout the year, Monday through Friday, 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. Appointments are strongly recommended. Please contact the Office of Academy Admissions at 800-234-VFMA (8362) or admissions_academy@vfmac.edu to schedule your visit.
All visits begin in the Office of Academy Admissions located at 14 Fariston Road. Parking is available directly in front of the building. We also have Open Houses periodically during the year.
International Academy
World Changers
Discipline, structure and teamwork don’t care where you were born. Students from around the world come to Valley Forge to achieve their full potential.
International Academy Admissions
One of the great strengths of Valley Forge Military Academy is the incredible diversity of the student population. Students from around the world have attended Valley Forge in preparation for success in life. If you have questions about international admissions, please contact: Kerry Sethi, Director of Academy International Admissions, 610-989-1315.
Application Process:
We accept applications on an ongoing basis for January or September enrollment. The earlier you apply, the earlier you can be accepted and considered for scholarship opportunities.
An application file is complete when we receive:
Completed application
Grades, translated to U.S. equivalent for the last three years. If in another language, grades must be translated into English through WES
Standardized test scores if available (TOEFL/TOFEL Jr./SSAT/SAT) – no minimum score required
Evaluations or recommendations from Math or Literature teacher and Principal/Dean/Guidance Counselor
Copy of Bio section of passport (Photo Page)
Current Bank Statement (Must be in English and in US dollars)
Contact information for any family or agents in the United States who will take guardianship of student during their time of study in the U.S
After a Visa is secured and a deposit is made: completed Registration forms must be submitted before arrival. Forms include, but are not limited to medical history, current physical, and official transcripts.
Tuition and Fees
2020-2021 Middle & High School International:
Full-Year Mid-Year
Tuition $48,975 $27,975
Room Included Included
Dining Included Included
International Processing Included Included
Uniforms Included Included
Health Insurance Included Included
ESL (if needed) Included Included
Total $48,975 $27,975
Scholarship and Awards
CREATING OPPORTUNITIES FOR ALL
We are dedicated to helping students and families navigate the financial commitment of a VFMA education. We are proud to say that last year, we awarded more than $4,000,000 in merit and need-based aid. See what scholarship and award opportunities are waiting for you!
Affording Valley Forge Miltiary Academy
A Valley Forge Military Academy education is an investment in your son’s future, and we want to help you make that investment most prudently through our variety of grants, scholarships, payment plans, and financial assistance programs.
Financial Aid at VFMA
We have seen many families successfully combine their current assets and resources with loan options, merit scholarships, and/or need-based aid. We suggest you start exploring your options as soon as you apply for your child’s admission into the Academy.
Identifying Tuition Options:
Applying for Student Loan Pre-approval
Sallie Mae is an educational lender that offers a range of options for loan terms, interest rates, and payment plans. To learn more and to apply for pre-approval, please visit the SallieMae website.
VFMA school ID: 601046003
Applying for Need-Based Tuition Assistance
Valley Forge Military Academy need-based financial aid may also be awarded to eligible cadets in grades 7 to 12 who display financial need. Financial need is determined through the filing of the Parents’ Financial Statement (PFS) through the School & Student Services (SSS) by NAIS. SSS will send your application results directly to Valley Forge Military Academy with verification of your most recent W2. Once we have received this information and the student has been accepted for enrollment, we will notify you about available aid. The offer will be based on your demonstrated need, the school’s financial aid policies, and the available budget. Your award package may contain a combination of Valley Forge aid and other scholarships that match the uniqueness of your son’s abilities and contributions to Valley Forge. The nature of these scholarships may change during your son’s tenure at Valley Forge, as he matures and gets involved in different activities, but the total value of the award will not.Applications are available online here
SSS Code: 900044
The fee for financial aid applications varies each year.
We also recommend that you review the wide range of resources that SSS has put together to help families with the financial aid process.
Valley Forge Military Academy Scholarships & Awards
Cory Stein Memorial Scholarship – This grant and scholarship supports the efforts of academically able students who are good citizens and who seek leadership roles in their communities and the world. Please see the Stein Scholarship page for more information and to apply.
Ethel Mae Hocker Foundation Scholarship – This scholarship provides an education opportunity to a deserving student who meet academic criteria and have demonstrated good citizenship and leadership.
Merit Academic Scholarship – This award is offered to applicants who have consistently demonstrated academic excellence in their current school. All applicants are automatically reviewed for eligibility for this scholarship. Eligibility is based on academic records such as transcripts, standardized testing results, and additional official academic documentation.
Sons of Veteran Scholarship – This award is offered automatically to applicants who have a sibling, parent or grandparent who is a veteran of any branch of the United States Armed Forces.
Service Day Scholarship – This award is offered to applicants who have a mother or father who is currently a first responder. In order to receive this award, there needs to proof of parent/guardian working as a first responder.
Legacy Alumni Scholarship – This award is offered to applicants who have a sibling, cousin, parent, grandparent, uncle, or aunt who are Alumni of Valley Forge Military Academy and College.
Regimental Band Scholarship – This award is offered to applicants who have experience within a musical program or who have an interest in being part of the Regimental Band. Potential recipients must audition in order to be eligible for the award.
Endowed and Annual Scholarships – Valley Forge Military Academy has many donors who have established endowed scholarship funds to support both new and returning cadets. Each award has specific eligibility requirements and criteria to be selected. Endowed Scholarship recipients are chosen by a panel. Please note:
All new and returning cadets are automatically reviewed for eligibility.
Not all applicants will receive an endowed award.
Awards are applied to the following fall semester and may take the place of need-based grants.
Boy Scouts of America Award – This award is offered to applicants who have a history of being part of the Boy Scouts of America. These young men exhibit qualities that Valley Forge Military Academy wants to enroll, and therefore are included in our scholarship pool. The student must have a certificate or letter from his scout master stating he is currently in the Boy Scouts of America. It is highly encouraged that the letter or certificate be submitted at the same time the admissions application is submitted.
Private Scholarships – Some organizations offer scholarships for elementary and secondary education based on family background, memberships in clubs and associations, and other variable factors. Check your local library for publications and browse the internet for sources of private scholarships. Scholarship searching services should typically be free of charge, therefore beware of scholarship searches that have fees attached.
Scholarships for Pennsylvania Residents
There are two special scholarship programs sponsored by the State of Pennsylvania. Your admissions counselor will discuss these programs with you during the application process. The funding for each of these programs is limited to the donations made in that year.
Opportunity Scholarship Tax Credit Program (OSTC) – To receive Opportunity Scholarship funding from VFMA, an eligible applicant must be a school age student residing within the attendance boundary of a low-achieving school, who is a resident of Pennsylvania, who is enrolled at Valley Forge Military Academy, and who is a member of a household with an annual household income of not more than $60,000, with the exception of an additional income allowance of $12,000 permitted for the student and for each other dependent (as defined by the IRS) living within the same household.
Educational Improvement Tax Credit Program (EITC) – To receive EITC funding from VFMA, an eligible applicant must be a school age student who is a resident of Pennsylvania, who is enrolled at Valley Forge Military Academy, and who is a member of a household with an annual household income of not more than $60,000, with the exception of an additional income allowance of $12,000 permitted for the student and for each other dependent (as defined by the IRS) living within the same household.
Academy Admissions
Meet the Admissions Team
Valley Forge Military Academy has a long tradition of developing boys into young men of character, discipline and integrity.
Meet with the Academy Admissions Team in Your Area
Thank you for your interest in Valley Forge Military Academy. We are an independent, college preparatory school for boys in grades 7-12. Our rigorous curriculum and structure will help your son develop to his full potential. Please contact us if you have any questions about the school or our admissions process.
Academics & Student Life
Academy Academics
A SOLID ACADEMIC FOUNDATION
The education at Valley Forge Military Academy is comprehensive– encompassing a challenging curriculum, leadership opportunities, character development, athletic competition, physical fitness, extracurricular activities and social interaction with a diverse group of peers.
A Solid Academic Foundation
The education at Valley Forge Military Academy is comprehensive– encompassing a challenging curriculum, leadership opportunities, character development, athletic competition, physical fitness, extracurricular activities and social interaction with a diverse group of peers.
High achieving cadets can even earn college credit by enrolling in courses at Valley Forge Military College, also on campus, at no additional charge.
COVID Considerations
A hallmark of the Valley Forge Academic’s is the small classroom and personal support for all of our students. Due to the worldwide health crisis, one of the steps we are taking to help our cadets is that during the evening study hall, faculty will be available though Google Hangouts for academic support.
Dual Enrollment at Valley Forge Military College
The Academy and College are working together on innovative cooperative programs to move past high school Advanced Placement (AP) courses to a Dual Enrollment program as a better path to college. Unlike AP courses, the dual enrollment program introduces high school cadets to the rigors of college coursework early and allows them to graduate with both a diploma and a college transcript. This program is offered to qualified cadets at no additional charge.
Faculty Members Take an Active Interest in Every Student
A challenging curriculum, dedicated faculty, small classes and individual attention provide cadets an intense individualized learning experience. Academy teachers are selected not just for their professional credentials but for their tireless dedication. They supervise and assist students in their mandatory evening study periods and work overtime as athletic coaches and advisers of extracurricular activities.
In short, they care.
For a closer look at the academic curriculum, the 2020-2021 Course Catalog can be downloaded here.
Cadet Resources
For Current Cadets
College Planning WorkBook
Seminar Summary
Links to Service Academy/ROTC Information (PDF)
Links to College Information (PDF)
The college application process is managed electronically through Naviance. Current cadets needing to request their academic transcripts should make the request via Naviance. Click here to login to Naviance.
For Former Cadets/Alumni
Academic Support Available for Our Students
Academic Support Period
Academic Support Periods, scheduled during every school day, offer an additional opportunity for Cadets to work closely with their teachers. Cadets are able to get further insight on lessons and/or catch up on assignments if necessary.
Delaware County Intermediate Unit (DCIU)
The DCIU provides a Reading and Math Specialists to work closely with Cadets who demonstrate a need for additional support in these areas.
Graduation Requirements
To qualify for graduation from Valley Forge Military Academy and earn the diploma, cadets must earn a minimum of 22 academic credits and complete the following graduation requirements. In addition, cadets are required to complete the Information Literacy Series through the Research Ready program for each year in residency. One credit is given for each year-long course and one-half credit for a semester course.
Cadets must satisfactorily complete courses in:
English: 4.0 credits
Mathematics: 4.0 credits
Social Studies: 4.0 credits (One year each of Ancient World History, Modern World History, United States History, and an elective)
Science: 4.0 credits (One year each of Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and an elective)
World Language: 2.0 credits (Two consecutive years of one language, three or more are recommended)
Physical Education: 2.0 credits
Health: 0.5 credits
Electives: 3.5 credits minimum
Music Program
Regimental Band and Choir
Music at Valley Forge Military Academy and College has been, and always will be, one of the top-tiered extracurricular programs we offer. Our Music Department incorporates the five cornerstones from the institution’s mission statement into the philosophy of music.
About the Music Program
Our Music Department incorporates the five cornerstones from the institution’s mission statement into the philosophy of music. Cadets involved in the music program range from ages 14 to 21 and receive an excellent education both musically and academically. Each elite musical unit has a particular focus, with an international reputation to match.
For more information on any of the musical groups, please contact:
Vincent DeMarro
Bandmaster
vdemarro@vfmac.edu
(610) 989-1252
Regimental Band
The Regimental Band has made appearances in inaugural parades of U.S. Presidents and has historically performed at the inaugurals of Pennsylvania governors since Valley Forge Military Academy and College’s founding in 1928. The Band has also presented a concert at a formal White House dinner and appeared with the famed Philadelphia Orchestra at the Academy of Music in Philadelphia and the Kennedy Center in Washington, DC. They have also performed with the Philadelphia Pops Orchestra.
The Band maintains a busy schedule, playing daily for the Corps formations, as well as for regimental reviews, parades in the fall and spring, three formal concerts on campus, the annual Military Tattoo, and many outside concerts and parades for civic and charitable organizations. Most recently they represented the U.S.A. at the Royal Nova Scotia International Tattoo.
Special engagements include the annual performance at the Pennsylvania National Horse Show in Harrisburg and the Devon Horse Show, appearances with the Philadelphia Phillies, numerous appearances at the Philadelphia Museum of Art, the National Constitution Center, and Philadelphia’s Union League.
Regimental Choir
The Regimental Choir is open to all cadets who enjoy making music and wish to broaden their educational experience.
The group has a prestigious performance history, including venues like the White House, the Pentagon, the Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts in New York City, and the Academy of Music where they performed with the Philadelphia Orchestra.
In their spare time, the Regimental Choir provides music for Valley Forge Military Academy and College’s annual Military Tattoo in November and the Holiday Concert in December. They also perform at Sunday services in the Alumni Memorial Chapel of St. Cornelius the Centurion on the Valley Forge campus.
Heraldic Fanfare Trumpeters
The brass members of the Regimental Band also form a special group called the Heraldic Fanfare Trumpeters. They provide a regal significance on and off campus. These trumpeters routinely perform prior to on-campus Chapel services throughout the school year and are on call to perform for Presidents, Supreme Court Justices and Governors on a regular basis.
Field Music
Valley Forge upholds the traditions of Field Music, which is older than American patriotism. Throughout history, soldiers have used music to communicate with one another.
The school’s Field Music group is comprised of Middle School band members as well as all academy cadets who have an interest in learning an instrument. No experience is required.
Field Music plays regularly for parades and formations both on- and off-campus. With Field Music, cadets are able to become competent musicians within a short period of time and contribute their talents to this gifted unit.
Visit Us
VISIT US TODAY
Come and see for yourself what life is like on campus. Contact us today to schedule a visit and see our beautiful campus grounds and facilities.
Students and families will have the opportunity to interact with their cadet tour guide and meet with an admissions counselor following their tour of campus.
Visit the Academy
Tours of Valley Forge Military Academy are offered throughout the year, Monday through Friday, 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. Appointments are strongly recommended.
Please contact the Office of Academy Admissions at 800-234-VFMA (8362) or admissions_academy@vfmac.edu to schedule your visit.
All visits begin in the Office of Academy Admissions located at 14 Fariston Road. Parking is available directly in front of the building. We also have Open Houses periodically during the year.
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MARCH 20 (SATURDAY)
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VFMA In Person Open House @ Valley Forge Military Academy | Wayne | Pennsylvania | United States
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VFMA In Person Open House @ Valley Forge Military Academy | Wayne | Pennsylvania | United States
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Visit Valley Forge Military Academy! We invite you to learn more and visit VFMA’s sprawling 100 acre campus by attending one of our upcoming Open House events for prospective families! VFMA is an independent, private, college[...]
Visit the College
Tours and Open Houses of Valley Forge Military College are offered throughout the year. To learn more about VFMC and visit our beautiful 100-acre campus, please contact the Office of Admissions at 800-234-VFMC (8362) or admissions_college@vfmac.edu.
All visits begin in the Office of College Admissions located in Medenbach Hall located just off Radnor Street Road on the VFMAC Campus.
Parking
Parking is available in the General Lot on Radnor Street Road (adjacent to the football field).
Hotel Recommendations
Occasionally we will negotiate with the hotels listed below to offer special rates for guests participating in special events. These specials will be announced for Parents Weekend, and Alumni Homecoming Weekend. Where applicable, be sure to announce your affiliation when making reservations.
Hotels in the Area
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Best Western
127 S Gulph Road
King of Prussia PA 800-780-7234
Comfort Inn
550 W DeKalb Pike
King of Prussia PA 610-962-0700
Courtyard/Marriott/Airport
8900 Bartram Ave
Philadelphia PA 888-236-2427
215-365-2200
Courtyard/Marriott/Devon
762 W Lancaster Ave
Devon Square Shopping Center
Wayne PA
(approx. 1 mile from VF) 800-320-5746
610-687-6633
Courtyard/Marriott/Great Valley
280 Old Morehall Road
Malvern PA 610-993-2600
Courtyard/Marriott/Valley Forge
1100 Drummers Lane
Wayne PA
(approx. 1 mile from VF) 888-236-2427
Desmond Hotel
1 Liberty Boulevard
Malvern PA 610-296-9800
Embassy Suites – Valley Forge
888 Chesterbrook Boulevard
Wayne PA 610-647-6700
800-Embassy
Fairfield Inn – Valley Forge
258 Mall Boulevard
King of Prussia PA
(near the K of P Mall) 610-337-0700
Great Valley House of Valley Forge
1475 Swedesford Road
Malvern PA 610-644-6759
Hampton Inn at Great Valley
635 Lancaster Avenue
Frazer PA 610-699-1300
Hampton Inn
530 W DeKalb Pike
King of Prussia PA
(near the K of P Mall) 610-962-8111
Hilton Garden Inn – Ft. Washington
530 Pennsylvania Avenue
Ft. Washington PA 215-646-4637
Holiday Inn Express
260 N Gulph Road
King of Prussia PA 800-972-2796
Homewood Suites by Hilton Philadelphia – Plymouth Meeting
200 Lee Drive
Plymouth Meeting PA 19462 610-828-9600
Homewood Suites by Hilton
12 E Swedesford Road
Malvern PA 610-296-3500
Hotel Warner
120 N. High Street
West Chester PA 610-692-6920
The Hyatt Place
440 American Avenue
King of Prussia PA 484-690-3000
Marriott Philadelphia West
111 Crawford Avenue
W Conshohocken PA 610-941-5600
McIntosh Inn of Malvern
1 Morehall Road
Malvern PA 800-444-2775
610-651-0400
McIntosh Inn of King of Prussia
260 N Gulph Road
King of Prussia PA 800-444-2775
610-768-9500
Motel 6
815 W DeKalb Pike
King of Prussia PA 610-265-7200
Radisson Hotel – Valley Forge
1160 First Avenue
King of Prussia PA 610-337-2000
800-333-3333
Radnor Hotel
591 E Lancaster Avenue
St. Davids PA 800-537-3000
610-688-5800
Residence Inn by Marriott
600 W Swedesford Road
Berwyn PA 610-640-9494
Residence Inn by Marriott
191 Washington Street
Conshohocken PA 610-828-8800
Sheraton Great Valley Hotel
707 E Lancaster Avenue
Frazer PA 800-598-1753
610-524-5500
Sheraton Park Ridge Hotel
& Conference Center
480 N Gulph Road
King of Prussia PA 484-238-1800
Sonesta ES Suites
20 Morehall Road
Malvern PA 610-296-4343
Villanova Conference Center
629 County Line Road
Radnor PA 19087 610-523-1776
Wayne Bed & Breakfast Inn
211 Strafford Avenue
Wayne PA
(less than 1 mile from VF) 610-715-2224
Wayne Hotel
139 E Lancaster Ave
Wayne PA
(less than 1 mile from VF) 800-962-5850
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E Battery
JOIN OUR MOTORIZED UNIT
E Battery is the motorized unit giving cadets experience with different types of vehicles and their operation and maintenance. Cadets receive a variety of hands-on mechanical training unlike anything found at any other prep school in the world.
About E Battery
All E Battery cadets attend training sessions at the arsenal twice per week. Each week’s sessions alternate between hands-on and classroom training. The program trains cadets in the safe operation of vehicles as well as the necessary maintenance and safety procedures to keep those vehicles on the road.
E Battery is open to both Academy and College cadets.
Included Vehicles
Harley Davidson 883 Sportster motorcycles
Jeep Wranglers
Ford Broncos
Trucks with tow behind cannons
Topics Covered
Insurance
Auto Insurance
How best to select insurance and financing offers
Options and features that help reduce insurance rates
Driving Tactics
Defensive driving techniques
How to survive while driving on Interstate Highways
Driver distraction- cell and other devices
The effects of alcohol and drugs while driving
Basic Vehicle Maintenance
How to safely change a tire and oil
The importance of correct tire pressures
How to find a good repair facility
Maintenance habits that will save you money
Anti-lock brakes and stability control features
How to modify vehicles intelligently
Donate
YOUR DONATION CAN CHANGE LIVES
A donation to the Valley Forge Military Academy and College is an investment in the bright futures of our students and our country. Our graduates have gone on to become some of the strongest, bravest and most influential citizen leaders of our day.
Donate with the Biggest Impact
We know that donations are extremely personal decisions, and you want your resources to go to recipients and programs that matter the most to you. We encourage all of our donors to choose an area close to their hearts, such as Band, Athletics, E Battery or Scholarships.
Many of our donors have chosen to make a gift in honor or in memory of someone special to them, while supporting the proud tradition of Valley Forge Military Academy & College. We have seen these donations to be particularly inspirational for our students and staff on campus.
We are also passionate about the effective use of your resources, so if you choose, you can simply allow the School to apply your contribution where it is needed most.
Development Contacts
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Stocks & Security
Gifts of securities including stock, bonds, or mutual funds made to our brokerage account are encouraged and often provide significant tax advantages.
Endowment
Gifts to our endowment increase Valley Forge Military Academy and College’s capacity to attract and retain the best and brightest faculty, to enroll the most qualified cadets, and to maintain our beautiful historic campus. Only the income from the principal is spent, ensuring that your gift continues in perpetuity.
A healthy endowment allows us to bolster our annual operating budget and provides necessary financial flexibility and resilience, helping to safeguard the school’s finances through changing and sometimes challenging economic times.
If you are interested in making an endowment gift, please contact:
Institutional Advancement
(610) 989-1329
development@vfmac.edu
United Way
Valley Forge Military Academy and College is a designated United Way recipient, and our donor number is 4316.
Gifts in Memory or Honor
A gift made in honor or memory of a family member, teacher, student or friend is a generous and thoughtful way to remember a person’s life and accomplishments.
To mail in your donation, please complete the Forge Fund Form, specifying:
The honoree’s name
Name and contact information for his/her next of kin
Please make checks payable to “VFMA Foundation” and mail your gift to:
Valley Forge Military Academy & College
Institutional Advancement Office
1001 Eagle Road
Wayne, PA 19087
Donate
Give Now
A donation to the Valley Forge Military Academy and College is an investment in the bright futures of our students and our country. Our graduates have gone on to become some of the strongest, bravest and most influential citizen leaders of our day.
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If you are interested in longer-term options, such as legacy giving, estate planning and the endowment, please visit the Planned Giving page.
If you are interested in corporate support options, please visit the Corporate Support page.
For any questions about donations, please contact:
Institutional Advancement
(610) 989-1329
development@vfmac.edu
For more information about our annual fund, please visit The Forge Fund page.
Employer Matching
Maximize your gift by using the below tool to see if your employer offers a donation matching program.
To make your gift by mail please, make checks payable to “VFMA Foundation” and send a completed Forge Fund Form to:
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THE FORGE FUND
We know that donations are extremely personal decisions, and you want your resources to go to recipients and programs that matter the most to you. The Forge Fund, which is our annual fund, allows donors to choose to support an area of campus life that is close to their hearts, such as Band, Athletics, E Battery or Scholarships.
We are also passionate about the effective use of your resources, so if you choose, you can simply allow us to apply your contribution where it is needed most.
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The Forge Fund donor clubs for yearly giving:
The Magis Society | $25,000+ |
Trustees Circle | $10,000 – $24,999 |
President’s Circle | $5,000 – $9,999 |
Commandant’s Circle | $2,500 – $4,999 |
The 1928 Society | $1,928 – $2,499 |
Society of the Golden Sword | $1,000 – $1,927 |
Silver Sword | $500 – $999 |
Bronze Sword | $250 – $499 |
If you make annual contributions of $1,000 or more, you are welcomed into the Society of the Golden Sword and your name will be listed on the Gold Donor Board in Eisenhower Hall.
How to Donate to the Forge Fund
The Institutional Advancement Office would be happy to personally facilitate your gift. Simply contact:
Institutional Advancement
(610) 989-1329
development@vfmac.edu
Online
You may choose to make your gift to the Forge Fund in installments on your credit card by using this online form. Simply enter your giving information and select “Monthly” as your donation frequency.
To make your gift by mail please make checks payable to “VFMA Foundation” and send a completed Forge Fund Form to:
Valley Forge Military Academy & College
Institutional Advancement Office
1001 Eagle Road
Wayne, PA 19087
Wire Transfer or ACH
If you prefer to make your gift by wire transfer or ACH, please contact the Business Office at (610) 989-1229.
Donate
Planned Giving
Long-term giving over a lifetime is the most effective way to ensure the mission of Valley Forge Military Academy and College will endure into the future. There are many options for planned giving.
Legacy Planning
Including Valley Forge Military Academy and College in your estate plans is a thoughtful way to invest in the future of our mission. It allows you to give voice to the values you live your life by and leave a lasting legacy. And in so doing, you will be inducted into the LTG Milton G. Baker Society, joining the prestigious company of those who have gone before.
There are many ways to remember the Forge in your will or other financial plans. A qualified attorney can help you protect your assets, minimize taxes and find the best ways to provide for your loved ones and the organizations you hold dear.
Donate
Corporate Support
A donation to the Valley Forge Military Academy is an investment in the bright futures of our students and our country. Our graduates have gone on to become some of the strongest, bravest and most influential citizen leaders of our day.
Employer Matching Gift Program
Many companies will match their employees’ charitable donations, dollar for dollar. Matching Gift Programs often double the amount of your donation. Check with your employer’s Human Resources department for details about your company’s plan.
Tax Credit
In Pennsylvania, businesses are allowed to direct their state taxes to Valley Forge Military Academy for financial aid scholarships, using the Educational Improvement Tax Credit (EITC) and Opportunity Scholarship Tax Credit (OSTC) programs.
It is simple to participate. The important thing is meeting the application deadline, since tax credits are awarded on a first-come, first-served basis until funds are exhausted. Visit the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development for business guidelines and the online application.
Deadlines:
New applications should be submitted on July 1.
Applications for the second year of a two-year commitment are due May 15.
Applications for businesses who have fulfilled their two-year commitment and wish to renew their commitment are due May 15.
Alumni
LEAVE A LASTING LEGACY
Help Build Tomorrow’s Leaders
Now more than ever, our country needs young men of women of character. At this moment, young cadets are being forged into the next generation of leaders—just like you were, many years ago. In fact, it is your legacy that drives them, the example of those who have graduated and gone onto become great men and women of character.
The support of alumni like you is what makes it possible for tomorrow’s leaders to graduate from Valley Forge today.
We at Valley Forge are more committed than ever to forging futures of success. But we can’t do it without you.
The Valley Forge Alumni Association
For years, our alumni have maintained their legacy through the Valley Forge Alumni Association. They connect with other alumni, who know and share the same values they learned as cadets, and they work together to give back to the next generations.
Join the Alumni Association today and stay connected with former cadets like yourself, and ensure the Valley Forge legacy endures.
Share Your Story
We would love to hear your story, about how Valley Forge has shaped your life and career. Contact us to share your story.
Alumni Awards
HONORING THE ALUMNI WHO HAVE MADE A LASTING IMPACT
We are proud to recognize the Valley Forge alumni who’ve gone on to accomplish great things as citizens and leaders.
Order of Anthony Wayne for Distinguished Service
The Order of Anthony Wayne for Distinguished Public Service is Valley Forge Military Academy & College’s highest award presented to those who demonstrate exceptional public service nationally or internationally.
The Order of Anthony Wayne award was established on January 18, 1929, when the original campus of Valley Forge Military Academy in Devon was completely destroyed by fire. The heroism of the cadets during this disaster, along with their excellent motivation and discipline, inspired General Baker to create this highly coveted award, and it remains the Forge’s most distinguished award to this day.
The award is made not only to distinguished cadets and members of the faculty, but also to community leaders who have achieved standards of excellence, shown high ideals and untiring efforts above and beyond the call of duty, contributed to the esprit de corps and progress of Valley Forge Military Academy & College, and who exemplified the best traditions of public service.
Order of Anthony Wayne Winners
Distinguished Alumnus Award
(First award presented in 1950)
Prior to 1980, the Distinguished Alumnus Award was given to alumni for a variety of reasons, including outstanding activity within the Alumni Association, as well as successes in the chosen field of endeavor. In 1980, an additional award was created – the Outstanding Alumnus Award – to be given for outstanding service to the school. Since that time, the Distinguished Alumnus Award has been limited to alumni who have become distinguished in their chosen field of endeavor.
Distinguished Alumnus Award Winners
Outstanding Alumnus Award
The Outstanding Alumnus Award is presented to an alumnus who has demonstrated outstanding dedication and support of Valley Forge Military Academy & College over a sustained period of time since graduation.
Outstanding Alumnus Award Winners
Honorary Alumnus Award
(First award presented in 1941 but award not formalized until 1981)
An Honorary Alumnus Award may be presented only to an individual who is not an alumnus or current employee and who has given outstanding service for the benefit of Valley Forge Military Academy & College in support of its high standards, traditions and goals, in direct support of its programs, or in direct service to its cadets. (1) Those who, as friends of the school, have shown their dedication and commitment to the school and through their actions, merit special recognition by the school as an alumnus; and (2) Those who have previously served on the faculty or staff at Valley Forge and who, by virtue of the longevity, quality and impact of service meet the qualifications above and who, therefore, merit special recognition by the school as an alumnus. (Current employees will not be eligible for bestowal of the award while in current employment status.)
Alumni
Alumni Regiments
Regiment Chapters
Alumni Regiments enable you to establish and maintain ties to other Forge alumni in your local community. Regiments are geographically diverse and serve to bring alumni together to make connections, share experiences, and support the Valley Forge mission. Presently we have Regiments in cities that hold the greatest concentrations of Forge alumni, but we are always looking to expand into other areas.
For more information, or to start a Local Regiment in your area, please contact the Alumni Relations Office at 610-989-1329.
VFMAC Bay Area Regiment (Northern California and Reno NV Area)
VFMAC Gotham Regiment (Greater New York City)
VFMAC Ohio Regiment (North Eastern Ohio)
VFMAC Tokyo Japan Regiment (Tokyo Japan)
VFMAC PAARNG Regiment
VFMAC Washington Crossing Regiment (Philadelphia Suburbs & Southern NJ)
VFMAC New Jersey Regiment
VFMAC Southern California Regiment
VFMAC Miami Regiment (South Florida)
VFMAC Beijing Regiment
VFMAC Honduras Regiment
VFMAC Panama Regiment
VFMAC Dominican Republic Regiment
VFMAC Central Florida Regiment
VFMAC Texarkana Regiment (Based in NOLA)
VFMAC Atlanta Regiment
VFMAC Central Texas Regiment Central TX & Fort Hood)
VFMAC Michigan Regiment (Northern Michigan)
VFMAC National Capital Region George Washington Regiment (Greater Washington DC)
VFMAC Puerto Rico Regiment
VFMAC Costa Rica Regiment
VFMAC New England Regiment (Boston)
TAV- The Alumni Voice
VFMAC SCHOLARSHIP GOLF CLASSIC
APRIL 26, 2021
We invite you to attend this event-filled day to support the VFMAC Scholarship Fund!
Valley Forge Military Academy and College
Scholarship Golf Classic
Monday, April 26, 2021
St. Davids Golf Club, 845 Radnor Street Road, Wayne, PA 19087
Deadline to Register: April 5, 2021
Click here to Register or Sponsor
Questions?
Institutional Advancement
development@vfmac.edu
Tournament Format:
Four-person scramble, shotgun start. Prizes will be awarded to the winners of the closest to the pin, longest drive, and accurate drive contests.
$300 per golfer
Golf Attire Required
Your registration includes breakfast, golf cart, green fees, golfer gift, and lunch.
Schedule of Events:
7:00 am Registration & Breakfast
8:30 am Shotgun Start
12:30 pm BBQ Lunch
Celebrity Host Dick Vermeil!
THANK YOU TO OUR TITLE SPONSORS!
John English ’91
Tony & Gypsie Kolenski
Lintons Food Service Management
Mercedes-Benz of Lehigh Valley
Conrad ’73 & Missy Muhly