Campus Life

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Welcome to our Christ-centered, close-knit but diverse community.

Valley Forge Christian College is a pleasant campus ideally located to let you focus on all that college life offers: academic achievement, developing spiritually, making friends and discovering the gifts God has given each of us. Our suburban Phoenixville campus, which is just a half-hour away from Philadelphia, is a safe, friendly environment connected by a nature trail to a nearby 44-acre park. The people, and the place, are all part of what makes attending college here a life-changing experience.


One of our residental halls, students love living on campus

Housing

More than 90% of the student body lives on campus. Our residence halls offer everything from suite style rooms to on-campus apartments, all equipped for Internet access and ideally set up to allow you to enjoy the family feeling of our community.

Two students getting coffee in our beautiful cafe

Dining

We have two locations on campus for you to dine. The Dining Commons, where you can find freshly prepared meals ranging from pastas to vegetarian dishes and ethnic foods, is the main dining area. Jazzman’s Café & Bakery offers fresh coffee and sandwiches for you to enjoy.

Students walking and hanging out in front of our Storm Research Center

Library

The Storms Research Center (SRC) is designed for times of intense research and academic pursuit but also offers a tranquil place to study and focus, especially when a paper is due. This facility has plenty of top-notch computers and open, quiet and comfortable study areas for individuals or small groups.

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useful Information

We want you to be well-informed about some of the practical aspects of attending Valley Forge Christian College. Whether you are from the local area or raised elsewhere, the transition to college life can be challenging—but we’re here to help and make it as easy as possible.

Students praising during our amazing worship service

spiritual Life

At Valley Forge Christian College you have many opportunities to grow spiritually in your walk with Christ. From daily Chapel Services, participation in small groups, to fellowship times with students and faculty, we have abundant opportunities to let God shape and affirm your future.

Our girls softball team huddling together before the game

Activities

Students participate in athletics, clubs, extracurricular activities and ministries ranging in interests from music to social justice. Because Valley Forge Christian College is just a half hour from Philadelphia, students can also enjoy cultural and historic attractions offered by a big city.

The Anvil Student Center

the anvil Student Center

The Anvil is designed for student social and academic activities. Jazzman’s Cafe is a great place to meet for a hot cup of coffee, and “Grab and Go” food. The Back Porch, located in the Academic Building near Bongiorno Hall, is a fun, relaxed environment where students can play a game of pool, watch television and hang out with friends. It is a quiet and comfortable study areas for individuals or small groups.

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Services

Time spent at Valley Forge Christian College is one of tremendous change, growth and development. We want you to succeed here and go into the world ready to serve and lead. We have established programs that help you through any situation or concern—whether it’s spiritual, practical or physical, we are here to help.