Campus Vibe
Strong graduate outcomes — known for computer science
Norwich University is a private institution in Northfield with particular strength in computer science and business. With an average SAT of 1190, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A mid-sized campus of 2.5K undergraduates with a 12:1 student-faculty ratio. The rural location provides a peaceful, focused academic environment.
61% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $65,575 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $25,600.
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News & Alerts
Norwich University Launches New Data Science Minor
Starting Fall 2026, students can pursue an interdisciplinary data science minor combining CS, statistics, and domain courses.
Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27
The board of trustees approved a 3.2% tuition increase for the upcoming academic year, in line with peer institutions.
Admissions
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1190
ACT Score Range
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.
Admissions
Application Platforms
Early Action
December 1
Decision by January 15
Regular Decision
rolling
Decision by rolling
Norwich-specific supplemental essay required
Financial Aid
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
Debt & Aid Detail
Net Price Trend
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
54.1%
Avg Tuition Increase
3.2%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$17,501
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
16
Peer Average
13
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus police, emergency alert system, blue-light phones
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
Academics
Programs (65)
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
69%
- •69% first-year retention rate
- •Active student organizations
- •Engaged campus community
Mental Health Services
Counselor Ratio
1:350
24/7 Crisis Line
Yes
Free Sessions
12 per year
Avg Wait
5 days
Walk-in hours available weekdays
Disability Services
ADA-compliant campus with ongoing accessibility improvements
Dining
Rating
★★★★☆
Score
4/5
Meal Plan
$6,200/yr
Multiple dining halls with farm-to-table options
Campus Life
Housing & Residential Life
Housing Styles
Dining
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
Rankings
More About This School
Varsity Sports — Cadets
History & Fun Facts
- •History Founding The university was founded in 1819 in Norwich, Vermont, by Captain Alden Partridge, military educator and former superintendent of West Point.
- •It also was a model for the land grant colleges created through the Morrill Act of 1862.
- •19th century In 1825 the academy moved to Middletown, Connecticut, in an attempt by Captain Partridge to earn the forthcoming U.
- •Beginning in 1826, the academy offered the first program of courses in civil engineering in the US.
- •In 1829, the state of Connecticut declined to grant Captain Partridge a charter, and he moved the school back to Norwich, the Middletown campus becoming Wesleyan College.
Source: Wikipedia
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Housing and food costs are higher than national average
Climate (School Year)
Nearest Cities
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Local Economy
Getting There
Nearest Airports
Distance to Cities
Getting Around
Walkability
Historic campus in small Vermont town along the Dog River
Visit Planning
Suggested Itinerary
Nearby Hotels
Airport Transit
Nearby Attractions
Dog Riverwalkable
River running through campus, popular for kayaking and recreation
Montpelier
Vermont's capital city with restaurants and state house
Killington and Sugarbush
Major ski resorts within driving distance
Green Mountain National Forest
Extensive hiking and outdoor recreation
Transfer Admission
International Students
English Proficiency Requirements