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Norwich University

Norwich University

Northfield, VT · Rural · 2,428 students
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$22,257
Average net priceYour net price
2023-24
<30
30–48
48–75
75–110
110+
By household income — tap a bar
61%
Graduation rate
Entered fall 2017 & 2018
54% typical
$65,575
Earnings 10 years on
Measured 2020 & 2021
$55,177 typical
74%
Acceptance rate
Applied for fall 2024
82% typical · not scored
Accredited by New England Commission on Higher Education
About

As the nation’s oldest private military college and the birthplace of the ROTC, Norwich University in Northfield, Vermont, is uniquely distinguished by its dual-track model that integrates a highly disciplined Corps of Cadets with traditional civilian students on a single campus. Academically, the university is nationally recognized for its elite cybersecurity program—designated as a Center of Academic Excellence by the NSA—alongside premier, hands-on offerings in engineering, criminal justice, and nursing. Set against the scenic backdrop of the Green Mountains, the student experience is defined by a tight-knit, service-oriented culture that challenges students to develop leadership skills through structured lifestyle options, varsity athletics, and robust outdoor recreation.

Wikipedia:Norwich University is a private university in Northfield, Vermont, United States. The university was founded in 1819 as the "American Literary, Scientific and Military Academy". It is the oldest of six senior military colleges and is recognized by the United States Department of Defense as the "Birthplace of ROTC".

Location
Northfield, VT, 05663-1035 · Rural campus
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Nearest airport from college
BTV · Burlington VT
33 mi away
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Cost & aid
Cost of attendance
These figures are federal data and may be out of date.
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Tuition & fees$49,740
Housing & food (on campus)$14,680
Books & supplies$2,176
Cost of attendance$67,357
Average net price$22,257
Same price for all students
Tuition & fees$49,740
Housing & food (on campus)$14,680
Books & supplies$2,176
Cost of attendance$67,357
Average net price$22,257
Net price by family income · 2023-24
$0–30k
$15,610
$30–48k
$16,164
$48–75k
$17,332
$75–110k
$22,046
$110k+
$27,854
Outcomes
Completion
Within 6 yrs
61%
Entered 2017–18
Within 4 yrs
53%
Back for yr 2
79%
Transferred
0%
8 yrs after starting · first-time, full-time students
62% graduated · 29% transferred · 8% left or unknown · none still enrolled
Earnings · measured 2020 & 2021
6 yrs after entry$59,743
10 yrs after entry$65,575
Debt
Median at graduation$25,000
Monthly payment$265
Middle 50% owe$6.9k–$27k
90th percentile$38,000
Green marks a figure above the typical Master's (larger programs): 54% graduate within 6 yrs, $55,177 earned 10 yrs after entry.
Admissions
Getting in · applied for fall 2024
Admit rate
74%
Test policy
Test optional
Per College Scorecard
SAT average
1190
R 540–650 · M 520–670
SAT middle 50%: 1060–1320
40080012001600

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Student Body
Gender
Men 72%Women 28%
Who enrolls
Faculty ratio
13 : 1
Pell grant
24%
First-gen
24%
Family income
$67,624
Independent
16%
Age at entry
21.0
Part-time
16%
Race & ethnicity
White
67%
Hispanic
11%
Black
5%
Asian
3%
Two or more
7%
Non-resident
5%
Unknown
2%
Varsity sports
NCAA Division III with football · EADA 2024-25
  • Baseball
    Men's
  • Basketball
    Men's · Women's
  • Cross Country
    Men's · Women's
  • Football
    Men's
  • Golf
    Men's
  • Ice Hockey
    Men's · Women's
  • Lacrosse
    Men's · Women's
  • Other Sports
    Men's · Women's
  • Rifle
    Co-ed
  • Soccer
    Men's · Women's
  • Softball
    Women's
  • Swimming and Diving (combined)
    Men's · Women's
  • Tennis
    Men's
  • Volleyball
    Women's
  • Wrestling
    Men's
Programs & Earnings
Bachelor's degrees by annual completions · 4yr national median earnings
Median earnings, all programs · measured 2020 & 2021
After 6 yrs
$59,743
After 10 yrs
$65,575
Criminal Justice and Corrections117
Intelligence, Command Control and Information Operations111
Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management54
Business Administration, Management and Operations47
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing41
Information Science/Studies40
International Relations and National Security Studies39
Mechanical Engineering31
Psychology, General27
Construction Management27
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness26
Political Science and Government21
Civil Engineering15
Architecture14
Biology, General14
History13
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Institutional
Resources
Endowment
$281M
Full-time faculty
49%
Faculty salary
$8,275/mo
Teaching spend
$16,559
per student
Federal loans
46%
Classification
Carnegie type
Master's (larger programs)
Undergraduate profile
Four-year, selective admissions

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