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
Norwich is unique because alumni are encouraged, and expected, to go forward upon graduation and apply the knowledge and skills gained to benefit society.
Christopher Tucker
'15 Master of Public Administration
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As a child, I wanted to become a teacher someday. Now, thanks to the wonderful guidance and education I received from Norwich's faculty, staff, and colleagues, I can finally make my childhood dream a reality.
Jie Yang
'24 Master of Science in Leadership
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I have always dreamed about graduating from Norwich University. Going to college was always on my bucket list and this was my motivation.
Kelley Lawrence
'16 Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice
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Norwich has proven to be up to the challenge of teaching foundational concepts while ensuring content remains relevant to today’s environment.
Ryan Paul
'21 Master of Science in Information Security & Assurance
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I chose Norwich due to the college's legacy of being one of the oldest military institutions in the US. Norwich is well known for being a powerhouse of cybersecurity.
Adam Zuckerman
'25 Bachelor of Science in Computer Science & Information Systems
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Christopher Tucker
Jie Yang
Kelley Lawrence
Ryan Paul
Adam Zuckerman