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 able to apply the skills that I learned and bring several large bureaucratic organizations together to reach a common goal.
Kevin Boyd
'13 Master of Arts in Diplomacy
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An MBA felt like a check in the block, whereas the leadership program fed my passion.
Todd Coulard
'22 Master of Science in Leadership
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My Norwich degree opens doors to further professional development and better research and writing.
Eugene Procknow
'22 Master of Arts in History
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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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I’m most proud of being recognized as a person people come to for insights that can’t just be Googled. I can give someone the feel for what’s normal when we’re looking at another country. What should be expected, and what should raise questions.
Kirsten Derynioski
'06 Master of Arts in Diplomacy
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Kevin Boyd
Todd Coulard
Eugene Procknow
Angela Pashayan
Kirsten Derynioski