Norwich University
Norwich University

Norwich University

Northfield, VT, USA
Private
4 Year

Norwich University Overview

Norwich isn't for everyone. It's for the driven. The bold. The ones willing to step forward when others hold back. It's for those who believe growth comes from effort and that meaningful goals are worth pursuing. If that sounds like you, you're in the right place.

Nestled in the heart of Vermont's Green Mountains, Norwich University is a place where potential becomes purpose. From the moment you arrive, you'll find yourself surrounded by a close-knit community that supports your success, pushes you to reach further, and inspires you to become more than you ever imagined.

Here, you won't sit on the sidelines of your education. You'll put ideas into action, explore your passions, and gain real-world experience that prepares you for what's next. Whatever drives you, whether it's a career ambition, a personal goal, or a dream you haven't fully defined yet, Norwich will help you turn it into something tangible.

With a 16:1 student-to-faculty ratio, you'll benefit from small classes and meaningful mentorship. Your professors know your name, challenge your thinking, and invest in your growth both inside and outside the classroom.

At Norwich, leadership isn't limited to a title. It's a mindset. Whether you're blazing your own trail or helping others succeed alongside you, you'll join a community committed to making a difference and creating positive impact in the world.

Since 1819, Norwich has prepared graduates to lead with courage, integrity, and purpose. As the birthplace of ROTC and the nation's oldest private senior military college, our history is defined by those who dared to aim higher.

Plus, you’re part of a global network of Norwich alumni whose shared experiences create connections that span generations. The support, camaraderie, and sense of belonging you develop here will remain with you for life.

Don't settle for ordinary. If you're ready to push beyond expectations, discover your potential, and build a future defined by purpose, Norwich is ready for you.

The Corps of Cadets: A Tradition of Leadership. A Lifetime of Impact.

As a Norwich student, you'll choose between a civilian or military lifestyle. If you select the Corps of Cadets, you'll immerse yourself in a structured 24/7 military environment that develops leadership, discipline, resilience, and accountability every day.

The Corps experience extends far beyond military training. Through leadership responsibilities, physical training, mentorship, and a commitment to serving something greater than yourself, you'll gain the confidence and character to lead in any profession.

When you join the Corps of Cadets, you become part of a tradition more than 200 years in the making. You'll learn alongside motivated peers, forge lifelong friendships, and build bonds that last well beyond graduation.

Acceptance Rate:
74%
Average Net Price:
$25,641
Campus Setting:
Suburb or town
Average GPA
3.3
Average ACT Composite
23
Average SAT Composite
1130

Norwich University Tuition and Cost

Affordability & Cost

Average Net Price
$25,641
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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.
$49,740
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.
$49,740
Additional Costs
Room and Board The weighted average for room and board and other expenses is generated as follows:
  • (amount for on-campus room, board and other expenses * # of students living on-campus.
  • + amount for off-campus (with family) room, board and other expenses * # of students living off-campus with family
  • + amount for off-campus (not with family) room, board and other expenses * # of students living off-campus not with family)
divided by the total # of students. Students whose living arrangements are unknown are excluded from the calculation. For some institutions the # of students by living arrangement will be known, but dollar amounts will not be known. In this case the # of students with no corresponding dollar amount will be excluded from the denominator.
$14,680
Books and Supplies
$2176
Average Net Price By Family Income
Income
Average Amount
< $30k
$15,135
$30k - $48k
$15,916
$48k - $75k
$19,479
$75k - $110k
$23,095
$110k+
$28,279
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.
24%
Average Aid Per Year
$36,911
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 Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$6,877
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$34,591

 

Students receiving state aid
12%
Average State Grant Aid Per Year
$2833
Students receiving federal aid
30%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$6,877
Average Grant & Scholarship By Family Income
Income
Average Amount
< $30k
$45,256
$30k - $48k
$44,203
$48k - $75k
$42,675
$75k - $110k
$39,901
$110k+
$33,543
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.
61%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$8,770
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
60%
Average Federal Loans Per Year
$5,404
Average Other Loans Per Year
$13,889

 

Norwich University Admissions Requirements

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
0
100
74%
Acceptance Rate
5157
Students Applied
159
Transfer Students Admitted

Admissions Requirements

SAT
SAT is not checked
No
ACT
ACT is not checked
No
Transcript
Transcript is checked
Yes
Test Optional
Item is checked
Yes
SAT Subject Tests
Item is checked
Yes
AP Course Credit
Item is checked
Yes
Dual Enrollment
Item is checked
Yes

Important Deadlines

Application TypeApplication DeadlineReply Deadline
Fall Regular DecisionFebruary 1

Rolling Admissions

The college has rolling admissions, which means applications are accepted any time throughout the year.

Applications Accepted
Common Application
Common Application
Online Application
Online Application

Admitted Student Stats

In-State Students
14%
Out-Of-State Students
84%
5%
Submitting ACT
15%
Submitting SAT
Average ACT Composite: 23
0
36
Average SAT Composite: 1130
0
1600
SAT Percentiles

Math
25th
520
75th
670
Reading
25th
540
75th
650
3.3
Average GPA

Admissions Resources

Admissions: visit page
Admissions Email: [email protected]
Admissions Telephone: 800-468-6679
For International Student Services: visit page
For Students with Disabilities: visit page
For Veteran Services: visit page

Norwich University Academics

Key Academic Stats

Highest Degree Offered
Master's
Total Number of Students
3,274
Total Number of Undergrads
2,642
0
100
56%
Graduate in 4 Years US National: 28%
0
100
62%
Graduate in 6 Years US National: 52%
Student:Faculty Ratio
12:1
US National: 21:1
Academic Calendar

Semester

Non 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
Male
Female
Ethnicity

African American
Asian/Pacific Islander
White
Hispanic
Unknown

Norwich University Campus Life

Key Campus Stats

Student Gender
Male
Female
70%
30%
Residency
In-State Students
14%
Out-Of-State Students
84%
Size of Town
Suburb or town
US States Represented
47
Countries Represented
34
Ethnicity
African American
4%
Asian/Pacific Islander
3%
Hispanic
10%
White
68%
Multiracial
6%
Unknown
3%
Percent of First Generation Students
24%
Student Organizations
79
LGBTQIA Student Resource Groups
Item is checked
Yes
On Campus Women's Center
Item is not checked
No
Cultural Student Resource Groups
Item is checked
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
24-HR security patrol is checked
Yes
Campus emergency phones
Campus emergency phones is checked
Yes
24-HR escort safety rides
Item is checked
Yes
Mobile campus emergency alert
Item is checked
Yes

Norwich University 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

Norwich University Reviews

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Nicholas's Review

from Concord, NH

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 in...

Katrina's Review

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 ...

Rugger's Review

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 Architec...