We’re not like other schools—because you’re not like other students. If you’re looking for ordinary, look elsewhere. But if you’re ready to show up, try hard, and grow into a leader—Norwich is ready for you.
Norwich isn’t for everyone, but it might be exactly right for you.
You’ve arrived here because you want something more. You’re looking for hands-on experiences, meaningful goals, and a place that challenges you to grow.
For over 200 years, Norwich has prepared students to lead with integrity, serve with purpose, and meet the future head-on. From that first time when you step outside your comfort zone, you’ll discover what you're capable of.
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You want learning beyond the classroom. You want to explore ideas and experience education through action. That kind of learning takes initiative, and Norwich is built for it. Here, you’ll take on real projects early, working alongside faculty who bring deep expertise and care about helping you succeed. You’ll learn to think through problems and follow through on solutions, whether you’re designing a structure, writing code, or preparing for clinicals.
Across every program, Norwich gives you space to build confidence through experience and discover what you’re capable of.
Choosing Norwich means joining a team that’s about more than the scoreboard. You show up to games and practices with purpose. You support your teammates and stay focused through pressure and setbacks. When you fall, you get back up. Again and again. Whether you’re in varsity, club, or intramural sports, you’ll build strength that goes beyond physical ability.
This is where discipline becomes habit. Where effort turns into impact. Norwich Athletics will shape the way you lead, listen, and compete.
The community at Norwich stays with you. Teammates, classmates, and the people you live beside become your closest friends and biggest supporters. These bonds are built on trust, accountability, and shared experience. They don’t fade after graduation. Norwich alumni stay connected because they believe in what this place stands for. They care about the students who come next and take pride in helping you find your path and make the most of your time.
You don’t become a leader by seeking a title, but by learning to follow first. When you join the Corps of Cadets, you begin a journey that builds confidence through accountability and purpose through discipline. It starts with the Rook experience. You learn to follow before you lead, to listen before you speak, and to grow through every challenge you face.
This model of leadership has been at the heart of Norwich since our founding by Captain Alden Partridge in 1819. It’s built to shape citizen soldiers, graduates who understand that real leadership is rooted in service to others and a commitment to something greater than themselves.
The Corps experience doesn’t end when you earn your diploma. It leaves you with a foundation for success built on experience, responsibility, and the ability to act with clarity under pressure. You learn what it takes to lead and how to earn trust by showing up for others.
Whether you pursue a military career or take your next step in the civilian world, you carry the discipline and mindset that set Norwich graduates apart.
You won’t always feel ready, and that’s the point. Norwich helps you push past hesitation and take the first step anyway. Join a club. Speak up in class. Tackle a project you’re not sure how to begin. You learn to show up and try, then try again. Every step builds resilience, courage, and the confidence to move forward even when things are hard.
This mindset is part of our history. It’s captured in the words of our motto, I Will Try. It’s how Norwich students grow into people who embrace the uncomfortable, keep going when it matters most, and prove to themselves what they’re capable of.
Northfield, Vermont may feel quiet at first, but if you lean in, it becomes one of the most powerful parts of your Norwich experience. You’ll embrace the outdoors, try new things, and figure out who you want to be without the noise.
It’s not always easy, but it’s worth it. When you need support, it’s never far. Norwich students look out for each other. You’ll find a community that encourages you to stretch further, face discomfort, and above all, keep trying.
You’re not looking for easy. You’re looking for impact. Norwich students don’t just prepare for the future; they help shape it. Through every obstacle, project, and opportunity, you’ll discover what drives you and where you’re needed most. This isn’t about fitting someone else’s idea of success but defining your own and knowing you’ve earned it.
A Norwich education gives you more than a degree, it gives you a mindset. You’ll graduate with a sense of purpose, a foundation of experience, and the confidence to lead in whatever path you choose. Our alumni prove it every day: in service, in innovation, and in the way they show up for others.
Becoming the person you want to be doesn’t happen all at once. It takes work, reflection, and the courage to keep going when growth feels hard. The student who steps onto campus is not the same person who walks across the stage.
You’ll leave ready to take on the world with ambition and values that set you apart.
At Norwich University, the interaction between cadet and civilian students is a unique and enriching part of campus life. Together you'll foster a diverse and inclusive environment where students from different backgrounds and disciplines can learn from each other, collaborate, and build lasting relationships.
You'll quickly feel at home, surrounded by others who share your ambitions and interests. Join numerous student organizations, clubs, and events, that ensure your college experience is both fulfilling and fun.
Check it out for yourself.From the moment you arrive on campus, you'll find a welcoming and supportive community. We encourage helping others, personal growth, and working together to overcome challenges. Norwich is a close family, with students from a variety of backgrounds working toward their big dreams. There are lots of student organizations, clubs, and events to choose from that cover many different hobbies. Find your unique community by getting involved, making strong connections, and growing together.
Learn More About Campus LifeImagine being part of a vibrant network that extends around the world. A community where connections forged today could open doors to countless opportunities tomorrow. The Norwich University Alumni Association (NUAA) offers you just that. The NUAA is a lifelong family of over 28,000 alumni, eager to support and guide you throughout your journey at Norwich and beyond.
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