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Graduate Admissions (On Campus)

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Norwich University offers two residential master’s degree programs as well as Accelerated Master's programs. 

Accelerated Master's programs

Earn your degree faster with accelerated Master's programs. Norwich's Accelerated Master's programs allow you to earn your graduate degree in as little as one year after completing your undergraduate degree. Earn your bachelor’s and master’s degree in less time, advancing your education.

By completing graduate coursework in your senior year for dual credit, you’ll streamline your educational journey and easily transition from an undergraduate degree to a graduate degree.

Don't see your degree of interest? For a complete list of our online Master's program offerings please visit our College of Graduate and Continuing Studies.

Master of Architecture (M.Arch.)

Norwich offers a one year program for students who have a previous Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts Degree in Architecture, and a longer program for students with a baccalaureate degree in any non-architecture field. Both programs require that previously earned degrees were granted by an accredited institution.

LEARN MORE ABOUT MASTER OF ARCHITECTURE

  • Apply Here (new browser window will open)
  • Select the Degree Category “Masters Candidate”
  • Select the Academic Major “Masters of Architecture” with the correct option: MArch I (for students who have a Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture” or MArch III (for all others)
  • Select the appropriate Entry Term (i.e. "Fall 2025")
  • Submit any letters of recommendation and transcripts with your application.
  • Additional application requirements (i.e. portfolios, etc) will be submitted through the student portal after you submit the initial application. You will receive a link and password to the portal after you submit your application. Detailed information on these requirements is posted on the portal. Application requirements include:
    • Letter of Application 
    • Studio Work/Portfolio
    • Research & Writing Samples
    • College Transcripts
    • Other materials (Optional)

If you have general questions about applying to Norwich University as master's program candidate, or are interested in applying, contact the admissions office at admissions@norwich.edu or 1 (802) 485-2001.

Master of Architecture Graduate Program Director: Dr. Eleanor D'Aponte edapont@norwich.edu, (802) 485-2627.

If you are interested in our Online Master’s Programs, please visit Norwich University Online.

  • Rolling Admissions, with a priority deadline of Feb 1
  • Deposit Deadline for Fall Enrollment: May 1
  • Deposit Deadline for Spring Enrollment: Dec 1

A schedule of tuition and fees is available on the Bursar’s page.

  • Master’s Candidates who are not current Norwich students, but who are less than 24 years old, may apply for on-campus housing on a space-available basis through the Norwich Residential Life Housing Director at NUResLife@norwich.edu.
  • Master’s Candidates who are current Norwich students may apply for on-campus housing through the Norwich Residential Life Housing Director at NUResLife@norwich.edu.
  • Undergraduate students will have priority for on-campus housing.

Master of Athletic Training

Norwich offers an accelerated Master of Athletic Training degree program for students in the Norwich Health Science major (students can earn a Bachelor’s in Health Science and a Master’s in Athletic Training in five total years), and a two-year Master’s in Athletic Training for students who have already earned their bachelor’s degree in another field from an accredited institution.

Master of Athletic Training program

Apply Here (will open a new window)

Application Required Materials:

  1. Cover Letter
  2. Resume
  3. Letter of Recommendation: Reference letter from a Certified Athletic Trainer or Physician.
  4. College Transcripts:

           • Overall minimum GPA of 2.75          

           • Completion of at least one semester of the following prerequisite courses with a minimum 2.30 GPA (C+ average):

                 - Biology

                 - Chemistry

                 - Exercise Physiology

                 - Human Anatomy and Physiology

                 - Kinesiology/Biomechanics

                 - Intro to Psychology

                 - Nutrition

                 - Physics

                 - Statistics

5. International Transcripts: If you attended an institution outside the U.S., you'll be required to submit evaluations of your high school degree and college (university) transcripts at the time of application. SpanTran has created a custom application for Norwich students to ensure you select the correct evaluation at a discounted rate of $150. Click here to access the SpanTran Evaluation Application.    

     

 The following requirements will be submitted through the applicant portal after you submit the initial application. You'll receive a link and password to the portal after you submit your application.

Submit via the Applicant Portal:

  1. Certification in Emergency Cardiac Care: Provide verification of your certification through a course that meets the standards set by the Board of Certification.
  2. 30 Observation Hours: Provide documentation that you completed at least 30 observation hours with a Certified Athletic Trainer.

If you have general questions about applying to Norwich University as master's program candidate, or are interested in applying, contact the admissions office at admissions@norwich.edu or 1 (802) 485-2001.

Master of Athletic Training Graduate Program Director: Dr. Greg Jancaitis gjancait@norwich.edu (802) 485-2231

If you are interested in our Online Master’s Programs, please visit Norwich University Online.

  • Rolling Admissions, with a priority deadline of Feb 1
  • Internal candidates for the Master of Athletic Training program already enrolled at Norwich must submit all materials no later than 1 March.
  • Deposit Deadline for Fall Enrollment: May 1
  • Deposit Deadline for Spring Enrollment: Dec 1

A schedule of tuition and fees is available on the Bursar’s page.

  • Master’s Candidates who are not current Norwich students, but who are less than 24 years old, may apply for on-campus housing on a space-available basis through the Norwich Residential Life Housing Director at NUResLife@norwich.edu.
  • Master’s Candidates who are current Norwich students may apply for on-campus housing through the Norwich Residential Life Housing Director at NUResLife@norwich.edu.
  • Undergraduate students will have priority for on-campus housing.