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
I am constantly working on projects in the UAE, Africa, Asia, and the U.S. and was able to put my knowledge to work immediately, particularly in cross-cultural communication and negotiation styles.
Angela Pashayan
'14 Master of Arts in Diplomacy
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The professors at Norwich are incredibly passionate and professionals in their studies and want to communicate and help students throughout the programs.
Matthew Miller
'22 Master of Science in Cybersecurity
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I achieved a dream that seemed so far away and impossible as a child. Norwich helped me realize a lifetime dream.
Morgan Gosling
'22 Master of Arts in Military History
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I use the research, analysis, and writing skills honed through my classwork at Norwich daily.
Christopher Jackson
'22 Master of Arts in History
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The MBA included much more group work than my earlier degrees, and I enjoyed that because it mirrors real life. You work with people from different backgrounds. Military, civilian, and corporate learn how to communicate and deliver together.
Matthew Bambrick
’10 MS in Business Continuity Management, ’12 MS in Information Assurance, ’24 MBA
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Angela Pashayan
Matthew Miller
Morgan Gosling
Christopher Jackson
Matthew Bambrick