Founded in 1819, Norwich University's tradition of excellence and its proud military heritage continue to be reflected in its academic values. Norwich University is a quality university with a strong balance of professional and liberal arts programs at the undergraduate and graduate levels. Norwich has always been a leader in traditional and online higher education.
Each Norwich University program is designed to provide you with the most comprehensive in-depth study into your area of specialty. Specific tracks are available to help you further customize your learning experience. As the founders of experiential learning, our programs emphasize the practical application of knowledge to produce a truly involving, interactive culture that fosters new ways of thinking and new ideas.
Our expert faculty are drawn from all corners of industry and professional practice. They bring current, real world experience to the classroom and draw on a range of learning approaches including case studies, lectures, group work and real-world projects.
Due to the personal attention provided to our students by faculty and instructors, Norwich University currently holds one of the highest student retention rates in the nation. Students experience a warm, interactive classroom environment and enjoy being a part of a substantive, established university.
The Norwich Online programs are delivered asynchronously to give you the ability to factor in the demands of your personal life and professional duties. Norwich University also provides 24/7 technical support for access issues in the classroom, to ensure you can learn anytime of the day. The 15-24 month online course work is capped off with a 1-week graduation and residency trip in June to Norwich University, located in the heart of Vermont's Green Mountains.
Norwich University is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges, Inc. — the oldest regional accrediting body. Regional accreditation is the highest form of accreditation an institution can receive.
Benefit from Norwich University's history as a leader in educational innovation and academic excellence since its founding in 1819. Norwich Univesity continues to be on the forefront of innovation with their online master's degree programs that incorporate embedded learning, collaborative knowledge development, continual innovation and an integrated curriculum. All of their degree programs meld theory and practice to produce real-world, lasting learning and many employ a case study system to embed learning within your actual work environment. You will learn in an engaging environment that encourages informal learning through student discussion and is constantly evaluated to make sure it is cutting edge and ahead of the field. At Norwich you can earn a Master's degree in ten exciting fields including Diplomacy, Civil Engineering, Justice Administration, Public Administration, Nursing, Organizational Leadership and more. You can also earn a Certificate in Teaching and Learning. In all cases you will have access to extensive resources including the Kreitzberg Library which has 100 online databases, 22,000 full-text electronic journals, tens of thousands of e-Books and a dedicated Distance Learning Librarian who is available to show you how to get the most out of the library's resources.
Norwich University knows that funding your graduate education can be a daunting task, especially if you are unfamiliar with the process, timeline, expectations and options. Their goal is to make the financial aid process a smooth journey for all students through their step-by-step approach to removing the mystery from financial aid. The Student Financial Planning Office is available over the phone or via email to speak about a specific issue, to clairfy any information about the financial aid process or if you just need the assurance of a friendly voice. There are a variety of federal and alternative loans for students in need as well as certain scholarships available. Norwich also offers military assistance for eligible students and participates in tuition assistance programs with employers. You can find a nice compiliation of frequently asked questions about the process online as well.