North Central University Welcomes Valley Forge Students
We understand that the closure of the University of Valley Forge creates uncertainty for students, families, and alumni. It’s more than a headline. It represents a disruption in your academic progress, your community, and your faith journey. At North Central University, we feel both compassion and responsibility in this moment.
Here’s what you need to know: You’re not starting over. North Central shares the same Assemblies of God roots as Valley Forge. We’re built on the same Christ-centered mission. We believe, like you do, that faith and education belong together. When you transfer to NCU, you’re not compromising your values or your community. You’re continuing a journey rooted in the same soil.
We’re ready to welcome you with clarity, care, and no extra barriers. Your education is too important to let uncertainty slow it down.
Automatic Acceptance
Apply online and receive acceptance based on self-reported grades or unofficial transcripts. No waiting for official documents.
$17,500 Annual Scholarship
$15,000 NCU Academic Scholarship + $2,500 Assemblies of God Scholarship, guaranteed.
Travel Reimbursement
Up to $1,000 reimbursed for a campus visit before August 14, plus an additional $1,000 Visit Scholarship applied to your first year.
Waived Enrollment Deposit
No deposit required when you commit to enrolling.
Minneapolis Location
Close-knit community in a vibrant city full of internship and cultural opportunities.
Next steps by Student Type
Get details about next steps based on your circumstance
Transfer Students (Completed Coursework at UVF)
Incoming Freshmen (First-Time College Students)
Student-Athletes
Complete Your Degree at North Central
You’ve already invested time and effort at Valley Forge. We’ll provide a thorough credit evaluation and ensure your academic progress doesn’t skip a beat. You can complete your UVF degree program at North Central, or choose from over 30 other majors. Either way, you maintain momentum.
Financial Package: Minimum $17,500 annually in scholarships. Plus federal aid, state aid (if eligible), and military benefits. We’re committed to making this affordable.
Your Process:
- Apply online with automatic acceptance based on self-reported grades
- Request transcripts from UVF (we provide a simple form)
- Complete FAFSA and add NCU (Code: 002369)
- Our admissions team reviews everything and sends your financial aid package
- Schedule your campus visit (we’ll reimburse your travel)
Start Your Journey at North Central
You were planning to start your college journey at Valley Forge. That journey doesn’t end. It just changes location. And honestly, North Central might be exactly where you’re meant to be.
Financial Package: Same as transfer students. Minimum $17,500 annually in scholarships, plus eligibility for federal and state aid.
Your Process:
- Apply online with your high school transcript
- Receive acceptance quickly. We understand you need clarity now.
- Complete FAFSA and add NCU (Code: 002369)
- Meet with your admissions counselor to explore majors and campus life
- Schedule your visit (we’ll reimburse travel and give you a campus experience)
Fuel Your Competitive Spirit at North Central
We know athletic scholarships matter. But we also know something else matters more: stability. At schools where athletic aid is tied to performance, roster changes, or coaching decisions, your financial security shifts. Not here.
At North Central, your financial aid is rooted in academic achievement and institutional commitment, not athletics. That means you know exactly what you’re getting, year after year, regardless of who your coach is or how your team is performing. You focus on being great at your sport. We handle the financial certainty.
Our Competition:
NCAA Division III | UMAC Conference | NCCAA
Sports Offered:
Men’s & Women’s Basketball | Men’s & Women’s Soccer | Men’s & Women’s Track & Field | Men’s & Women’s Cross Country | Men’s & Women’s Golf | Volleyball | Softball | Baseball
What You’ll Find:
Teams committed to excellence both on the field and in the classroom. Coaches who mentor, not just train. A community that celebrates athletic achievement without losing sight of academic integrity or spiritual growth.
Financial Package: Minimum $17,500 in academic and denominational scholarships (same as all transfer/new students). Federal aid, state aid, and military benefits available. We’ll build a competitive financial package designed to match what you’d receive from athletic scholarship models at other institutions.
Next Steps:
- Apply online
- Connect with admissions about connecting with a coach, financial aid, and scheduling a visit
- Complete FAFSA (Code: 002369)
Why North Central?
Shared AG Faith
Both Valley Forge and North Central are rooted in the Assemblies of God tradition. That’s not coincidence. It’s continuity. You’ll find the same commitment to Christ-centered education, the emphasis on spiritual formation and the belief that your education shapes not just your career but your calling. Spiritual formation isn’t an afterthought here. It’s central to who we are. Your faith journey continues uninterrupted.
Our Commitment to You
Valley Forge students and families have been reaching out to North Central asking about transferring or starting their journey with us. We’ve been connecting them directly with admissions counselors, financial aid staff, and coaches—the people who will make their time at NCU special. And the process has been straightforward: quick acceptances, easy campus visits on short notice, real conversations with the right people.
30+ Programs
Whether you’re completing a program you started at Valley Forge or exploring something new, you have options. Worship, business, American sign language, education, psychology, ministry, social work, organizational leadership, and more. You’re not choosing between two options. You’re choosing a curriculum rich enough to match your calling.
Small Enough to Know You
With 450 students, you’re not a number here. Professors know your name. Advisors know your goals. Campus ministries invite you into community. Resident Life staff check in. This isn’t a transactional relationship. It’s relational. That’s what you came to college for, and that’s what you’ll find at North Central.
Spiritual Formation Woven Throughout
Your faith isn’t siloed into a chapel hour. It’s integrated into classes, service opportunities, student leadership, athletic culture, and residence life. You’ll study psychology through a faith lens. You’ll serve the Minneapolis community alongside fellow believers. You’ll lead Bible studies in your dorm. You’ll sit under faculty who model Christ-centered teaching. Spiritual growth here isn’t optional. It’s baked in.
Next Steps
Ready to take the next step? Here’s how to get started
Get automatic acceptance based on self-reported grades. It only takes 15 minutes
Use this form to request the University of Valley Forge send your academic and financial aid records to North Central
Add North Central University (Code: 002369) to your 2026-2027 FAFSA at studentaid.gov
We’ll reimburse up to $1,000 in travel (flights, gas, lodging). Visit by August 14 to receive an additional $1,000 Visit Scholarship. Book now.
Contact & Resources
Questions? We’re here to help.
Admissions Email: admissions@northcentral.edu
Phone: 612-343-4460
Start Your Journey Today
Ready to take the next step? Fill out the form to request more information about North Central University. Our Admissions team will contact you shortly!