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 University Online because it offered the structure, discipline, and reputation of a senior military college without requiring me to step away from my career and family responsibilities."
Wayne Nordstrom
'26 Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity
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Norwich provided the ability to sit down at a blank screen and fill it from sources, ideas, and arguments.
Dan Phoenix
'09 Master of Arts in Military History
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I've been able to participate in everything with my team, even show up early and do stuff with them and have fun. It’s nice to know I can juggle both. Like, hey, it's not as hard as people are trying to tell you it is.
Carlie Henning
'25 MS Criminal Justice
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As Chief of Police, I have always believed in leading by example, and continuing my education allows me to bring fresh perspectives and strategies to the complex challenges we face in public service.
Elliott Moya
'25 Master of Public Administration
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Orlando Saiz
Wayne Nordstrom
Dan Phoenix
Carlie Henning
Elliott Moya