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 University has made me a better person. I have gained up-to-date knowledge that I wouldn’t trade for gold.
Deborah Yemisi Ayodele
'21 Master of Science in Cybersecurity
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Norwich’s MBA program prepared me for the challenges of my current job but also gave me the skills I’ll need later in my career.
Alec Faryniarz
'21 Master of Business Administration
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Norwich is unique as its military history program not only touts its toughness but also backs it up.
Henry Gonzales
'24 Master of Arts in Military History
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Norwich's program is unique because it offers an online master's program with a thesis option, which is uncommon among online graduate programs.
Danielle Duggar
'23 Master of Arts in History
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I selected the strategic studies and defense analysis degree because it was not something that I had heard of in other schools and I understood the degree would set me apart from my peers when looking for future employment.
Melanie Soto
'19 Bachelor of Science in Strategic Studies and Defense Analysis
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Deborah Yemisi Ayodele
Alec Faryniarz
Henry Gonzales
Danielle Duggar
Melanie Soto