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
While deployed, I probably will not have service for a week or two, and the instructors and professors have been very helpful if I [have to] submit work late or early.
Staff Sergeant Alaxey Germanovich
Bachelor of Science in Strategic Studies and Defense Analysis
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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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I am glad that I had the opportunity to pursue a college degree while in a combat environment.
Sergeant Major Thomas P. Payne
'17 Bachelor of Science in Strategic Studies and Defense Analysis
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For me, the biggest thing was the interaction with the faculty. They provide individualized feedback, advice, and concern for every student. Norwich makes online students feel just as valued as those attending classes on campus.
Thomas Mease
‘25 Master of Arts in Military History
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Inspired by her husband's Marine Corp. career and her interest in military history, Jessica Colon finds opportunities and confidence through Norwich's military history program.
Jessica Colon
'19 Master of Arts in Military History
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Staff Sergeant Alaxey Germanovich
Jim Moschgat
Sergeant Major Thomas P. Payne
Thomas Mease
Jessica Colon