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
During my clinical experience, I was able to immediately apply what I learned in the classroom while talking with patients about their mental health issues.
Karl Weber
'24 Master of Science in Nursing: Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
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I want to teach at a private school at the secondary level. A Master of Arts in Military History degree is a catalyst for doing so. As the birthplace of ROTC, I could think of no better place to matriculate.
James T. Finn
'25 Master of Arts in Military History
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It's my educational goal to pursue a doctorate degree. Earning a master's degree is the first step.
Matt Fitzsimmons
'18 Master of Arts in Military History
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Norwich’s MBA program attracts individuals who have busy schedules, families, etc., and can appreciate online classes and their flexibility.
Lazaro Becerra
'25 Master of Business Administration
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was able to work through multiple obstacles of life while working full time that requires bi-monthly travel, writing course papers on the airplane, and meeting family obligations.
Stephan Bohanan
'15 Computer Forensics and Incident Response Management
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Karl Weber
James T. Finn
Matt Fitzsimmons
Lazaro Becerra
Stephan Bohanan