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 didn't choose Norwich; it chose me. I liked Norwich's unique military history, which I thought would provide a different perspective on world views.
Catherine Murtagh-Schaffer
'22 Master of Arts in Diplomacy
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The penetration testing and the school's accreditation stood out. I chose this program as it worked best with my work schedule.
Justin Jaunay
'22 Master of Science in Cybersecurity
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My Norwich degree opens doors to further professional development and better research and writing.
Eugene Procknow
'22 Master of Arts in History
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I feel confident that my Master of Science in Leadership degree from Norwich may catch an eye of a future employer who knows about the values of the University as well as its history.
Jessica Moisan
'19 Master of Science in Leadership
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To me, the motto of Norwich University, ‘I will try,’ means I can do what has not been done before, and I can continue to do it even when challenges arise. Norwich’s motto has become part of my character.
Crystal Durairaj
'09 Master of Public Administration
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Catherine Murtagh-Schaffer
Justin Jaunay
Eugene Procknow
Jessica Moisan
Crystal Durairaj