Master of Arts in Strategic Studies

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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

• A bachelor's degree from a regionally or nationally accredited U.S. institution, or an equivalent degree from a foreign institution, as evaluated by a NACES approved agency. 
• 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) is required.*
  • IELTS – a minimum composite score of 6.5 is required.*
  • The applicant holds a baccalaureate or master’s degree from a college/university/institution in which the primary language of instruction was English.

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

Application Process

We encourage you to contact an admissions advisor (see below) if you need help at any stage of the application process. You will be required to submit the following items:

• Application form
• Official transcript of your undergraduate degree from a regionally or nationally accredited university, mailed to the address below.
• Proof of English language proficiency if applicable (TOEFL)

Transcript Links

• Army/Navy/Marine/Coast Guard Joint Services Transcript
  • Transcript Requests
• Community College of the Air Force (CCAF) Transcript Requests
  • Air Force Transcript Requests

Mail transcripts to:
Norwich University
College of Graduate and Continuing Studies
P.O. Box 367
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: 1-866-684-7237
Email: learn@norwich.edu

This program is six courses (36 credits), each of which is 11 weeks in length. Students master one course at a time, with each course building on the next to create a strong foundation of knowledge and context for future topics.

The coursework will provide students with a broad exposure the relationship between politics and the various kinds of national power to better equip graduates with working collaboratively with agencies on matters of national security.

To view additional program details such as course offerings, requirements, and curriculum maps for the Strategic Studies program, visit the Norwich University Course Catalog using this link.

Online Master's

When applying for a graduate program at Norwich University, there are two essential factors to consider: what does it cost, and how can you pay for it? There are many ways to get financial assistance and several financial strategies that can help you achieve your academic and professional goals. We are here to help you identify and pursue the options that are best for you.

Tuition at a Glance

• Credit Hours: 36
• Cost Per Credit Hour: $689; $550 (military; veteran; first responder) 

Financial Aid Resources

• Paying for your Education

2023-24 Tuition and Fee Schedule