VFMC Financial Aid
The 2010-2011 Financing Your VFMC Education booklet is now available.
The Federal PLUS Pre-Approval Form is also available.
File FAFSA at www.FAFSA.ed.gov
VFMC FAFSA Number: 003386
Valley Forge Military College offers financial aid in the following forms:
Academic Scholarships to promote and reward outstanding academic achievement by incoming and returning cadets.
The Mustang Scholars Foundation, Inc. is committed to supporting economically and socially disadvantaged young men and women who have the qualities of character, intellect, promise and dedication to be "mustangs" in both life and citizenship.
The mission of The Mustang Scholars Foundation is to provide financial support to selected students who have risen above their economically and socially disadvantaged circumstances, but who would be unable to continue their education in a military environment without our financial support.
Performance Scholarships to promote and reward outstanding performance and leadership skill in Athletics, the Band or the Choir.
Work Study institutional work study awards, based on need.
Need-Based Grants grants based on need.
Endowed Scholarships scholarships with varying need-based and/or merit-based criteria as established by the endowment.
ROTC Incentive Scholarships we offer scholarships in addition to what winners of ROTC scholarships receive via the Early Commissioning Program (ECP).
Service Academy Incentive Scholarships we offer scholarships in addition to what winners of Service Academy scholarships receive to help finance their VFMC education.
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Tax Incentives
In some circumstances the United States' federal government provides tax relief for educational expenses.
VF financial aid is normally awarded over the summer on an annual basis and involves filing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), which can be filed on-line at www.fafsa.ed.gov. Mid-year financial aid applications are considered on a case-by-case basis consistent with budgetary availability.
For the Band and Choir, the application process includes a mandatory audition.
For Athletics, there is additional material required by the Director of Athletics.
Outside Grants And Scholarships
Many organizations and foundations give money to students meeting their application criteria. Examples of these criteria are listed below. A helpful resource for locating such scholarships is FastWeb.com.
- civic, ethnic, and religious organizations;
- social groups/clubs;
- the Boy Scouts;
- the Armed Services;
- Veterans groups;
- labor unions; and,
- parental employers and professional organizations.
Student & Parent Loans
Valley Forge participates in the Federal Direct Loan Program. Students and Parents can apply for loans online at www.studentloans.gov
VFMC will also certify loans from lenders offering non-federally guaranteed, "alternative" loans that can help you to bridge the gap between your financial aid package and your educational costs.
Financial Aid Application Procedures and Suggestions
- Complete the FAFSA (VFMC # 003386) as soon as possible AFTER January 1 - ideally after you file your previous year's Federal Income Taxes. DO NOT report estimated income. Send the completed application to the processor.
- Submit all relevant VF Admissions and Financial Aid Application materials - no later than May 1 for the successive academic year.
- Make sure you immediately sign and return a financial aid award letter to us, as funds are limited and are awarded on a first come, first served basis.
Deadlines:
For returning students: May 1, 2010
New students (for prime consideration): April 15, 2010
For more information on college financial aid
The following web sites offer more information on Federal student aid, Pennsylvania-related student aid information, and general information on grants, loans, and scholarships: