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 enjoy studying with students who are also veterans and learning from military leaders. What sealed the deal was Norwich's online cybersecurity program. I was able to transfer most of my credits and found working with the faculty to be very easy.

Jared Fox

'25 Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity

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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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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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The leadership program was a natural fit as an officer in the Air Force, helping me become a better leader now and in future opportunities after the military.

Michael Blair

'19 Master of Science in Leadership

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