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 was looking for a school with mature, highly ranked course. I wanted the curriculum to be certified by the NSA/DHS.
Michael Esch
'15 Master of Science in Information Assurance Computer Forensics and Incident Response Management
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In high school, Joshua Hartley defended attacks on the gridiron as an offensive lineman. At Norwich, the computer programming phenom studied network defense for malware, cyber attacks, and other malfeasance as a CSIA major.
Joshua Hartley
'16 Computer Security & Information Assurance
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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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The confidence that I have in my abilities, personally and professionally, grew exponentially as a result of my studies at Norwich.
Debra Kobus
'15 Master of Public Administration
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You're going to love this experience. It might feel overwhelming sometimes, but you're gonna be supported all along the way, not only by your friends and family, but by your classmates and your professors.
Jackie Gillespie
'18, Master of Arts in Military History
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Michael Esch
Joshua Hartley
Celine Juneau
Debra Kobus
Jackie Gillespie