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 faculty members were subject matter experts. Their academic and real-world experience made the courses challenging in a way that you were always bettering yourself and gaining relevant knowledge.
Christopher Wrubel
'14 Bachelor of Science in Strategic Studies and Defense Analysis
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The program seemed like a perfect combination of a tradition I could be proud of and a modern educational platform I could manage in my day-to-day craziness.
Dan Bastie
'21 Master of Public Administration
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Norwich’s program stood out because its curricula appeared to be well balanced and very straightforward.
Jim Moschgat
'21 Master of Science in Leadership
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By gaining my degree from Norwich, I was able to commission in the Air Force and become a pilot.
Ethan Jensen
'22 Master of Arts in Strategic Studies
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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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Christopher Wrubel
Dan Bastie
Jim Moschgat
Ethan Jensen
Ashley Blevins