Do You Need to Be in the Military?
Although Norwich is famous for its Corps of Cadets and military lifestyle on campus, civilian students thrive here, too. Our online student population is a mix of both military-affiliated students and others with no military connections at all.
For 200 years, Norwich University’s Guiding Values and mission have helped create an atmosphere of excellence. We are the nation’s oldest private military college and the birthplace of ROTC, serving a diverse student body that reflects the world today, civilian, military career-focused, and online.
The simple answer is no, you do not need to be in the military or associated with the military in any way to be a Norwich Online student.
Since 1997, our online student body has been composed of people from all over the world. Our students are business professionals, servicemembers on deployment, federal, state or city employees looking to advance their careers, veterans, first responders, hobbyists, and so much more! Offering bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and professional development certificates, Norwich Online graduates build upon their Norwich educations to launch or grow careers and make outsized contributions to their communities, the nation and the world.
Student Testimonials
It has allowed me to have a rather seamless transition from active duty to the civilian sector and rise above my peer group into senior management.
Jesse Havard
'18 Master of Business Administration
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"The one, six credit course at Norwich University was what I was looking for, taking only one course at a time provides a good balance in working a full-time job, taking care of personal life matters, and having plenty of time to study and do homework."
Brandon. E. Washington
'26 Master of Public Administration - Critical Infrastructure Protection & Cybercrime
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I wholeheartedly feel that my Norwich education was one of the final deciding factors that led to my “dream job” with the Vermont State Police.
Brad Hanson
'18 Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice
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My degree helped further my self-development and helped me address the gaps in my knowledge that I need to advance into the next executive stage in my career.
Gary Sweet
'22 Master of Business Administration
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My classmates live all over the world. Some have kids, a lot are in the military, and then there’s me. There is a vast range of experiences, and we all have something unique to contribute. Our class shows that learning is possible no matter where you are.
Celine Juneau
'25 Master of Science in Leadership
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Jesse Havard
Brandon. E. Washington
Brad Hanson
Gary Sweet
Celine Juneau