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 Norwich writing center was the most valuable resource I could have ever used. They paired me with a former student who helped me rework my thought process regarding writing and get myself to the level I needed to be.
William Griffin
'22 Master of Arts in Military History
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This program allowed me to see the value of studying topics sometimes separated from the twentieth century by a great deal of time and space.
Roy Charles Parker Jr.
'22 Master of Arts in Military History
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I chose Norwich because of its strong reputation both academically and athletically, as well as the flexibility it gave me. The online program allows me to balance my studies with football effectively.
Henri Bourque
'25 Master of Business Administration
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The research techniques I learned help me every day. After starting my degree, the museum I interned at hired me to work for them.
Maria Faircloth
'22 Master of Arts in History
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Norwich helped me build my knowledge and confidence in the supply chain industry. I was very overwhelmed when I started my new job, but using what I've learned in class has helped me succeed in my new profession.
Ashley Blevins
'22 Master of Business Administration
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William Griffin
Roy Charles Parker Jr.
Henri Bourque
Maria Faircloth
Ashley Blevins