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 knowledge and experience that I gained as a graduate student at Norwich helped propel me into my current profession as a college professor and administrator. I identify with the strong institutional values that Norwich has ingrained in me.
Orlando Saiz
'11 Master of Arts in Diplomacy
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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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With Norwich, I was applying what I learned immediately. There’s value in academic rigor. It’s not for everybody, and that’s part of the appeal.
Adam Thompson
'20 Bachelor of Science in Strategic Studies and Defense Analysis
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I am very fortunate to have had the opportunity to get both my bachelor's and master's degrees at Norwich University. I truly wanted to earn my degree, and the diplomacy program ensured I did.
Michael Rodriguez
'19 Master of Arts in Diplomacy
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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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Orlando Saiz
Adam Zuckerman
Adam Thompson
Michael Rodriguez
Kyle Hippley