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

The academic programs at Norwich mold their students into technical experts who become strong leaders serving in their respective fields.

Gonzalo Ciurlizza

'23 Master of Science in Information Systems

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Completing my PhD has been my biggest success since graduating from Norwich. I could not have achieved this goal without the knowledge and skills I gained by completing a master’s in military history.

Eileen Palma

'19 Master of Arts in Military History

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I felt comfort in knowing that most of the online program's leadership and administration are the same professionals working at the traditional Norwich campus.

Kyle Hippley

'22 Master of Science in Nursing

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