Overview
Ready to tackle real-world challenges and make an impact through your education? Norwich University is the oldest private military college in the U.S. and is in the heart of the Green Mountains of Northfield, Vermont.
Founded in 1819 by Captain Alden Partridge, we are the birthplace of ROTC. Our rural location and over 200 years of impressive history allow us to offer a hands-on learning environment that gets you out of the classroom and into your education.
Depending on your academic interests, your studies may lead to serving as real-time cybersecurity for the Superbowl, working with NASA to improve a minisatellite, or joining an expedition to Antarctica!
Our 16:1 faculty-to-student ratio means small class sizes. You won’t get caught in a crowd—but are front and center throughout your college experience.
Beyond your regular classwork, Norwich offers 100+ internship opportunities and study-abroad adventures. You'll maximize your intellectual potential and poise yourself for a fulfilling career.
Military Lifestyle Opportunity
For those who are interested in the military or structured leadership experiences, we offer a distinctive cadet program that challenges students physically, mentally, and morally to excel as future leaders.
Norwich also serves civilian residential and commuter students and a large online graduate and continuing-education student body. Together they create a diverse student body that reflects the world today.
Acceptance Rate:
83%
Average Net Price:
$25,641
Campus Setting:
Suburb or town
Average GPA
3.3
Average ACT Composite
23
Average SAT Composite
1130
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Tuition, Cost & Aid
Affordability & Cost
Tuition
| In-State Tuition In-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who meet the state's or institution's residency requirements. In-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students residing in the locality in which they attend school and may be a lower rate than in-state tuition if offered by the institution. | $49,600 |
| Out-of-State Tuition Out-of-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who do not meet the state’s or institution’s residency requirements. Out-of-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students not residing in the locality in which they attend school. | $49,600 |
Additional Costs
Room and Board The weighted average for room and board and other expenses is generated as follows:
| $14,000 |
| Books and Supplies | $1500 |
Average Net Price By Family Income
Financial Aid: visit page
Financial Aid Email: [email protected]
Aid & Grants
0
100
83%
Need Met
Students Receiving Gift Aid Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid. Federal gift aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution. Students Receiving Grants Percent of undergraduate students awarded grant aid. Grant aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
24%
Average Aid Per Year
$38,481
24%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$6,794
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$36,084
Students receiving state aid Students receiving federal aid
14%
Average State Grant Aid Per Year
$2516
30%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$6,794
Average Grant & Scholarship By Family Income
Total Needs Based Scholarships/Grants Total amount of grant or scholarship aid awarded to all undergraduates from the federal government, state/local government, the institution, and other sources known to the institution.
$60,784,376
Total Non-Need-Based Scholarships/Grants
$30,132,014
Student Loans
Students Borrowing Loans Loans to students - Any monies that must be repaid to the lending institution for which the student is the designated borrower. Includes all Title IV subsidized and unsubsidized loans and all institutionally- and privately-sponsored loans. Does not include PLUS and other loans made directly to parents.
71%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$8,573
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$15,222
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$248
Students receiving federal loans
70%
Average Federal Loans Per Year
$5,574
Average Other Loans Per Year
$15,491
Admissions
Key Admissions Stats
Institution Type
Private
- Not for Profit
- Coed
Need Aware
This school may consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission
Level of Institution
4 Year
Campus Setting
Suburb or town
4268
Students Applied
159
Transfer Students Admitted
Admissions Requirements
SAT
No
ACT
No
Transcript
Yes
Test Optional
Yes
SAT Subject Tests
Yes
AP Course Credit
Yes
Dual Enrollment
Yes
Important Deadlines
| Application Type | Application Deadline | Reply Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Fall Regular Decision | February 1 |
Applications Accepted
Admitted Student Stats
Average ACT Composite: 23
Average SAT Composite: 1130
SAT Percentiles
Math
Reading
3.3
Average GPA
Admissions Resources
For International Student Services: visit page
For Students with Disabilities: visit page
For Veteran Services: visit page
Academics
Key Academic Stats
Highest Degree Offered
Master's
Total Number of Students
3,363
Total Number of Undergrads
2,799
0
100
50%
Graduate in 4 Years US National: 28%
0
100
57%
Graduate in 6 Years US National: 52%
Student:Faculty Ratio
11:1
US National: 21:1Non Traditional Learning
- Online Classes
- Online Undergrad Degrees
- Summer Sessions
- Combined Institution Double Degree Programs
- Some Programs Requires Co-Op/Internship
Learning Options
- ROTC Army
- ROTC Air Force
- Study Abroad
- Honors Program
- Teacher Certification Offered
Degrees and Majors
MAJORS
47
Faculty Overview
Gender
Ethnicity
Campus Life
Key Campus Stats
Student Gender
Residency
Size of Town
Suburb or town
US States Represented
47
Countries Represented
34
Ethnicity
Percent of First Generation Students
24%
Student Organizations
79
LGBTQIA Student Resource Groups
Yes
On Campus Women's Center
No
Cultural Student Resource Groups
Yes
Housing
On-campus living required of freshman
No
Disability Housing Available
No
0
100
68%
Freshman Living on Campus
Athletics
Divisional Sports Nickname
Cadet
School Colors
maroon and gold
Varsity Athletics Association
NCAA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
New England Women's & Men's Athletic Conference
Total Male Athletes
413
Total Female Athletes
182
Intramural Sports
18
Sports Club
8
Sports Team (Men)
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Cross Country
- Football
- Ice Hockey
- Lacrosse
- Rugby
- Soccer
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Wrestling
Sports Team (Women)
- Basketball
- Cross Country
- Ice Hockey
- Lacrosse
- Rugby
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming
- Volleyball
Norwich University Athletics: visit page
Campus Safety
24-HR security patrol
Yes
Campus emergency phones
Yes
24-HR escort safety rides
Yes
Mobile campus emergency alert
Yes
After Graduation
Post Grad Stats
Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$57,100
Top 5 Cities
Boston
Burlington
Washington
New York
Seattle
Top 5 Employers
US Army
Norwich University
United States Air Force
US Navy
Army National Guard
Top 5 Sectors
Business Development
Operations
Military and Protective Services
Education
Information Technology
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$15,222
Loan Default Rate
3%
National: 8%
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$248
REVIEWS
Read What Students Are SayingAfter adjusting to the new lifestyle (both the Corps of Cadets and the whole college life) I settled into my classes and found whole new sections of math and science to explore. New theories and rules keep coming as I go on in my classwork. I'm learning a lot, and sometimes it is stressful, but so interesting and exciting at the same time. And I've only just finished my freshmen year.
Jesse from Clinton, ME
A small, private, expensive college placed right in the middle of a beautiful Green Mountain valley of Vermont. The Corp of Cadets is the base of it's strong traditions with a twist of mainly Architecture, Engineering, and Athletic Civilians. Some students (like myself) love it here, others despise it.
Rugger
The classes are small and the teachers have enough time to help out a student when needed. Staff and teachers are friendly, helpful and approachable. If your in the Corps then you will learn a lot from your cadre(junior upperclassmen) and company staff.
Sarah from Jericho, VT
I am a Criminal Justice major and as I am attending this school in all the clubs and in the life of the Corps of Cadets I learn many things. I have learned some of the ways military life will be like. Also, in my major I learn many ways on how the law works. In the HITS club I have learned how to act and/or react to situation both in the military and as a police officer.
Jaime from Jacksonville, FL
The demands of the 'Corps of Cadet' life and the demands of the classroom have given me the tools that I need for my future. I've learned that hard work reaps the greatest rewards and I know I can do what I set out to do.
Kaitlin from Canton, OH
NU is a high quality educational school that prides itself on its culture, history and tradition, and ability to extract the highest level of performance from its students. The faculty is genuinely interested in the growth of the students and will go above and beyond to assist those who seek it out. The services and classrooms, as well as the housing, is kept in excellent condition making it a pure joy to attend school here.
Nicholas from Concord, NH
the professors here are outstanding, and the small class size allows me to get any questions i have answered so that i thoroughly understand the material.
joseph from piscataway, nj
I will not rate this just because I have not been put through a course yet and I do not want any of my information to mislead you. However, in my overnight stay I must say that while sitting through some of the classes that you are probably going to learn everything you need to know to enjoy a successful career.
Jared from Morgantown, WV
Norwich University is a small, beautiful, historical campus split down the center: One half is civilian, the other is the corps of cadets. The classes are small with about 20 students and the work is challenging, but very rewarding. The University has a large price tag, but a lot of benefits accompany it.
Katrina
smaller university with a home-like feeling. great education and leadership building opportunities. international studies and athletic opportunitites are available for prospective students
Aliah from Windsor, MA
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