MBA Students at Norwich University

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration

A business degree you can earn around a full-time job. You will learn to read the numbers, read the contract, and make the call, and you will pick one of six concentrations to point the degree at the work you actually want.

A business degree built on the parts employers actually check.

A business degree is the most portable credential there is, which is also the problem with most of them. This one is built around the parts employers actually check: you will read a balance sheet and a cash flow statement, price a decision, sign off on a contract knowing what is in it, read a regression without being fooled by it, and run a marketing plan with a number attached to it. It closes with a six-credit capstone where you write a complete business plan for a real venture, which is the piece you can put in front of an employer.

It starts with the numbers. Financial and managerial accounting, two terms of finance, and business statistics, which together mean you can read a balance sheet and a cash flow statement, build a forecast from them, price a decision, and read a regression without being fooled by it. Then the contract: two full terms of business law, enough to read an agreement and know what is in it, what is missing, and when to stop and call a lawyer. Then the market, through marketing management and six credits of economics, where you learn how a market is sized, how demand responds to price, and how to build a marketing plan with a number attached to it rather than an adjective.

The rest of the core is what decides whether any of that gets acted on. Foundations of leadership, critical thinking, and business and professional writing are the courses that turn an analysis into a decision somebody actually makes, and they are the most common thing missing from people who already have the technical side. The degree closes with a six-credit capstone where you write a complete business plan for a real venture. It is the longest single piece of the degree and the one you can put in front of an employer, a lender, or an investor.

Then you choose a concentration, this is where the degree stops being generic: Finance, Marketing, Cybersecurity, Leadership, Supply Chain Management, or Project Management. If you would rather have breadth, the non-specialized route lets you build 18 credits from across the list instead.

Norwich has taught leaders since 1819 and is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education. The business faculty teaching these courses online are the same ones teaching them on campus.

See what your previous experience can get you.

Bring up to 90 credits, and find out what they are worth before you apply

  • 120 credits for the degree, up to 90 of them transferred in
  • A 45-credit business core: accounting, finance, business law, marketing, statistics, and the capstone
  • Everything else is general education and electives, which is where most transferred credit lands
  • Credit can come from prior coursework, military training, CLEP exams, and assessed professional experience. See what transfers

Send a transcript and a resume and we will tell you which requirements you have already met, what is left, and how many terms that is.

Undergraduate Admissions

Fast Facts

18

Months

Average completion time for the 100% online Bachelor of Science in Business Administration 

90

Credits

Transfer up to 90 credits into the Bachelor's program. 

100%

Online

Complete your bachelor's completely online with access to your classroom 24/7

Frequently Asked Questions

Send a transcript and ask. We will evaluate it and tell you which requirements you have already met and how many credits remain before you apply, at no cost. If you have military training or professional certifications, send a resume too, since both can carry credit.

Undergraduate Admissions

That is the assumption the program is built on. Courses run in eight-week terms; you take 3 to 12 credits per term depending on what you can carry, and there are no scheduled class meetings. Eighteen months is the average, but the average student is not you, and the transfer evaluation can shave time off your degree. Don't just take our word for it; check out what our alumni have to say.

Alumni Stories

Yes. This is a degree program, so federal financial aid applies if you are eligible, alongside military tuition assistance, veterans' benefits, and employer reimbursement. 

Ways to Pay

Next Undergraduate Session Start Dates: 

Fall B: October 26, 2026

Spring A: January 18, 2027

Spring B: March 15, 2027

Next Undergraduate Session Application Deadlines: 

Fall B: October 16, 2026

Spring A: January 8, 2027

Spring B: March 10, 2027

 

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Alumni Testimonials

April Grace Kelly headshot

Norwich exceeded my expectations when it came to the online degree program. It is very organized and efficient, setting me up for success throughout the entire process.

April Grace Kelly

'24 Bachelor of Science in Business Administration

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Student Ashley Blevins and her spouse

Norwich helped me build my knowledge and confidence in the supply chain industry. I was very overwhelmed when I started my new job, but using what I've learned in class has helped me succeed in my new profession.

Ashley Blevins

'22 Master of Business Administration

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Alec Faryniarz headshot

Norwich’s MBA program prepared me for the challenges of my current job but also gave me the skills I’ll need later in my career.

Alec Faryniarz

'21 Master of Business Administration

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Lyndsey Gates Headshot

"On a personal level, completing multiple degrees while working full-time and raising a family has been a significant accomplishment, one that would not have been possible without Norwich's flexible structure."

Lyndsey Gates

'26 Master of Business Administration

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jimmy luong at graduation, on campus with parents and brother

It was a challenge. I wanted to find leadership and take on something new.

Jimmy Luong

'26 Master of Business Administration

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April Grace Kelly headshot

April Grace Kelly

Student Ashley Blevins and her spouse

Ashley Blevins

Alec Faryniarz headshot

Alec Faryniarz

Lyndsey Gates Headshot

Lyndsey Gates

jimmy luong at graduation, on campus with parents and brother

Jimmy Luong

Faculty & Staff

Join professionals from around the globe and learn from experienced faculty as you complete your degree and open up new professional and personal possibilities for yourself.

Career Outcomes

See where a Norwich Online Bachelor of Science in Business Administration could take you. All three of these roles list a bachelor's degree as the typical entry requirement, which is the wall this degree gets you over.

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook, May 2025 median wage data.

  • Project management specialists
    $102,320

    Project management specialists coordinate the budget, schedule, staffing, and other details of a project.

    View the BLS
  • Financial analysts
    $103,570

    Financial analysts research and evaluate financial data, forecast future trends, and prepare reports containing recommendations for businesses and investors.

    View the BLS
  • Logisticians
    $82,320

    Logisticians analyze and coordinate an organization’s supply chain.

    View the BLS

Admissions Details

At a Glance

  • Transfer up to 90 credits
  • Multiple start dates per year

 

 

Contact Admissions

Monday - Friday: 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. EDT    
Extended hours available by appointment

Call: 1-888-409-1480  
learn@norwich.edu

Transfer Credits


You may receive the equivalent of up to 90 semester credits for training and prior learning that meet specific course requirements in the program.
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International Admissions


Norwich University welcomes students from all countries who want to study through our online programs. You must complete all steps in the admissions process.
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Norwich Alumni Benefits


Reconnect with Norwich to complete your master's degree. As a part of our alumni community, you are eligible for a $2,500 scholarship and other benefits.
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Non-Discrimination Statement

Norwich University, in compliance with Title IV of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendment of 1972, and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, or physical handicap in any of its policies, practices, or procedures.

Eligibility Requirements

  • Meet one of the following criteria:
    • Prior college courses, completed with a grade of C or better, from regionally or nationally accredited institutions of higher learning, or the equivalent from a foreign institution, as evaluated by a NACES approved agency.
    • ACE-reviewed military or professional training for which college credits are recommended.*
    • Other military or professional training reviewed by Norwich University for which college credit has been assessed, or is stipulated in a MOU.
    • Credit recommended based on scores on standardized tests such as CLEP.
    • High school diploma or equivalent GED.
       
  • If English is not your first language, proof of English language proficiency is required. This can be demonstrated in one of three ways:
    • TOEFL - a minimum score of 550 (paper-based test) or 80 (Internet-based test) on the TOEFL is required unless otherwise noted in specific articulation agreements.**
    • IELTS – a minimum composite score of 6.5 is required.**
    • Duolingo - a minimum score of 110 is required.
    • Successful completion of an associate’s degree from an accredited U.S. higher education institution.

*Prospective students who have completed military or professional training that has not been ACE reviewed may petition to Chair of Continuing Studies to have their training reviewed and assessed for transfer credit.

Please Note: All eligibility requirements are expected to be met unless noted in specific articulation agreements or memoranda of understanding (MOUs).

SPECIAL NOTE TO NORWICH UNIVERSITY RESIDENTIAL STUDENTS:

  • If you are a residential undergraduate student at Norwich University, you may enroll in CGCS courses only with written permission of the Dean of the College of Graduate of Continuing Studies, your undergraduate advisor, and your major undergraduate department chair and/or dean via the petition to enroll at CGCS form on the registrar's webpage.

Admissions Process

To apply, you must submit the following no less than four weeks prior to your desired start date:

  • Application form
  • Resume is required if applying for transfer credit.
  • Official military training transcripts (Joint Services Transcript/CCAF), sent to the address below.
  • Official transcripts of all courses taken at regionally accredited colleges, sent to the address below.
  • If entering with no military or college credit, applicants must show proof of high school completion via diploma or GED.

Transcript Links

Mail transcripts to:
Norwich University
ATTN: CGCS
158 Harmon Drive
Northfield, VT 05663

For electronic delivery, we accept transcripts delivered from Parchment, National Clearing House, and other services if sent to cgcsamt@norwich.edu via password protection.

To contact an admissions advisor:

Call: 1-888-409-1480
Email: learn@norwich.edu

Norwich University Online's Bachelor's programs are an investment in your future that we can help you manage from a financial perspective. There are many ways to get financial assistance and many strategies that can help you achieve your goals. Whatever your individual situation, we can guide you through the financial planning process.

Tuition at a Glance
Credit Hours: 30-120
Credits per Term: 3-12
Cost Per Credit Hour: $250 - $415
Additional fees & military discounts may apply.


Financial Aid Resources
Paying for your Education

 

NECHE Accredited
Norwich University is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education (formerly the Commission on Institutions of Higher Education of the New England Association of Schools and Colleges, Inc.).

 

SHRM
Norwich University's online Bachelor of Science in Business Administration Human Resource Concentration is recognized by SHRM to offer Professional Development Credits (PDCs) for SHRM-CP® or SHRM-SCP® recertification activities.

Program Requirements

The business administration program creates a solid academic foundation in general management principles and practices. The program culminates in a capstone course, wherein students solidify their understanding of business administration functions by developing a business plan—and with various concentrations to choose from, you can tailor your degree to meet your career and professional goals. For a Norwich bachelor's degree, you must earn at least 120 semester credits, including transfer credits.

For full course listings, requirements, and registration information, head to the Norwich University Course Catalog.