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Norwich University

Type 4 year, Private
Business Model Non Profit
Campus locale Town: Distant
Degrees offered Undergraduate and Graduate
Calendar system Semester
Student body size Small
Common app member Yes
Dormitory capacity 2,202
Student to faculty ratio 14 to 1
Acceptance rate 87%
Students retention rate 74%
On-time graduation rate 62%

Located in Northfield, Vermont, Norwich University is a private, non profit institution that offers undergraduate and graduate degrees. The college operates on a semester-based calendar system, providing students with structured academic terms.

The acceptance rate of 87% indicates that Norwich University is open to a wide range of applicants, providing opportunities for a diverse student body.

Norwich University is accredited by the New England Commission on Higher Education, ensuring that the institution meets certain standards of quality and effectiveness. This accreditation also allows students to transfer credits to other accredited institutions if they choose to continue their education elsewhere.

With a students-to-faculty ratio of 14-to-1, Norwich University emphasizes small class sizes, fostering a supportive and interactive learning environment.

The student-to-faculty ratio at Norwich University is 14-to-1, which is slightly higher than both the state and national averages. The state average student-to-faculty ratio in Vermont is 12-to-1, while the national average is 12-to-1. A lower student-to-faculty ratio generally allows for more personalized attention and interaction between students and faculty.

The student retention rate of 74% at Norwich University suggests that a significant percentage of students choose to continue their studies at the institution after their first-year.


  • Accredited by: New England Commission on Higher Education
  • The institution provides on-campus housing

Acceptance Rate

Fall 2021 admitted students

86.8%

In-State Tuition & Fees

$44,020

Cost of attendance at Norwich University in 2022 for students from Vermont.

See how the college's in-state sticker price compares to 4 year Non Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Vermont's average $15,242
National average $30,235

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees

$44,020

Cost of attendance at Norwich University in 2022 for the out-of-state and international students

See how the college's out-of-state sticker price compares to 4 year Non Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Vermont's average $32,582
National average $30,238

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 100 of freshman students at Norwich University received on average $32,345 in grant and scholarships from the college, the state and/or the federal government. Below is detail stats of the aid provided to full-time, freshman students.

$32,345
Students Receiving Aid Average Amount Total Amount
Pell Grant 200 31% $4,584 $916,868
Other Federal Grant 202 31% $6,010 $1,214,090
State Grant/Scholarships 97 15% $2,262 $219,417
Institutional Grant/Scholarships 642 100% $30,162 $19,364,203
Total Grant & Scholarships 643 100% $32,345 $20,797,710

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of Norwich University students who enrolled in 2015 and after. The stat covers all undergraduates registered as full-time students to study a 4-year bachelor's degree program for the first time.

The breakdown shows the graduation rate by race/ethnicity of US students. All international students are represented under one group.

As of August 31, 2021, the average graduation rate of Norwich University students is 62.1%. Female students graduated at a rate of 72.3%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 58.9%.

62.1%

  • asian 68.2% 15 students
  • African American 35.3% 6 students
  • white 64.4% 280 students
  • unknown 64.3% 9 students
  • hispanic 50.0% 26 students
  • International Students 60.0% 6 students
  • Mixed Race 65.0% 26 students

Sport Conferences

  • Football New England Women's & Men's Athletic Conference
  • Baseball Great Northeast Athletic Conference
  • Basketball Great Northeast Athletic Conference
  • Track and Cross Country Great Northeast Athletic Conference

Athletic Associations

  • NCAA
    National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)

Service Offerings

Norwich University provides the following additional services to its students
  • Remedial services
  • Placement services for graduates
  • Academic/career counseling services
  • Employment services for students

Educational Offerings

Norwich University offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.
  • Academic

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Study abroad
  • Teacher certification
  • ROTC - Army
  • ROTC - Navy
  • ROTC - Air Force

Veteran Services

  • Member of Service-members Opportunity Colleges
  • Dedicated point of contact for support services for veterans, military service-members, and their families
  • Recognized student veteran organization
  • Credit for military training
  • Yellow Ribbon Program (officially known as Post-9/11 GI Bill, Yellow Ribbon Program)

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