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

Isil Tan portrait

I am a professional, and I do not have time and budget to quit my job and come to the U.S. to study on-campus. Thus it was a must for me to study online. When I read the details, I realized that Norwich has a really good online system.

Isil Tan

'18 Master of Business Administration

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Diplomacy fascinates me. In today’s uncertain world, proven and competent diplomats have never been needed more.

Connor LaClair

'18 Master of Arts in Diplomacy

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Christopher Tucker headshot

Norwich is unique because alumni are encouraged, and expected, to go forward upon graduation and apply the knowledge and skills gained to benefit society.

Christopher Tucker

'15 Master of Public Administration

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It has allowed me to have a rather seamless transition from active duty to the civilian sector and rise above my peer group into senior management.

Jesse Havard

'18 Master of Business Administration

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Laura Heller Master of Arts in Diplomacy Grad

The proficiency, commitment, and diversity of the faculty and administration are unparalleled. Every member of the Norwich staff demonstrated real dedication to support and assist students in the graduate program, wherever located throughout the world and

Laura Heller

'14 Master of Arts in Diplomacy

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Isil Tan portrait

Isil Tan

Connor LaClair headshot

Connor LaClair

Christopher Tucker headshot

Christopher Tucker

Jesse Havard portrait

Jesse Havard

Laura Heller Master of Arts in Diplomacy Grad

Laura Heller