C
Average
Score: 53/100
Overall (traditional)
B+
Outcome Rating
75/100 · earnings-weighted

Norwich University

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Northfield, Vermont 05663
Norwich University campus, Northfield, VT
Norwich University campus, Northfield, VT. Photo: Zuejay, CC BY 2.5 via Wikimedia Commons.
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Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (B) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 61%
Outcomes
B
71/100
Affordability
F
17/100
Resources
C+
61/100
Experience
B+
78/100
Prestige
D
38/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

3,274
Total Enrollment
61%
Graduation Rate
69%
Retention Rate
12.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
74%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Norwich University, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$65,575
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$59,743
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$25,000
Median debt at graduation
60.2%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
1,190
Average SAT
24.4%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 38% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 82nd percentile among bachelor’s-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (VT wage index 0.95). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at Norwich University

Median pay of bachelor's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Information Science/Studies$98,551—————
Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management$60,988$90,628+7%#37 of 99#35$26,000
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing$74,283$86,054-3%#507 of 966#474$27,000
Intelligence, Command Control and Information Operations$73,947$85,184+12%#2 of 5#3$13,167
Mechanical Engineering$48,799$82,477-10%#307 of 318#276$21,500
Construction Management$46,751$76,175-20%#55 of 57#53$26,363
Civil Engineering$44,884$75,713-12%#224 of 233#211$21,750
Business Administration, Management and Operations$46,409$73,203+7%#279 of 1176#235$27,000
Political Science and Government$43,988$71,791+13%#106 of 565#75$25,818
Criminal Justice and Corrections$43,523$70,075+27%#25 of 660#25$26,000
International Relations and National Security Studies$43,621$68,004+2%#50 of 118#39$18,000
History$42,940$66,185+31%#29 of 459#23$27,000
Communication and Media Studies$37,161$65,497+16%#86 of 660#52$27,000
Biology—$63,374+11%#230 of 841#192—
Architecture—$58,534-13%#75 of 78#68$26,835
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness$33,805$54,456+-0%#271 of 610#259$26,000
Psychology$41,164$53,775+6%#312 of 1027#219$26,877

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

The Norwich University Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $329,250
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,206/mo — vs ~$1,111/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 05679 (4.4% cap, Williamstown)

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🏆 Where Norwich University Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

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Military History
of 3 schools
#8
Intelligence, General
of 10 schools
#11
National Security Policy Studies
of 11 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $46,860 $46,860
Room $10,000
Board $4,000
Total Cost (On-Campus) $67,860 $67,860

Financial Aid

100%
Receive Any Aid
30%
Receive Pell Grants
61%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

3,274
Total Students
33%
Women
76%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 68%
Hispanic 10%
Black 5%
Asian 3%
Two or More 6%
Non-Resident 5%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 53%
Hybrid (Some Online) 9%
Fully Online 37%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 76%
25-64 (Adult) 19%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Norwich University?
Norwich University has an acceptance rate of 74%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Norwich University?
Tuition at Norwich University is $46,860 for in-state students and $46,860 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Norwich University?
The graduation rate at Norwich University is 61%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.
Is Norwich University a good school?
Norwich University has a Repit College Score of 53/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (B+): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Norwich University?
Norwich University has a total enrollment of 3,274 students. Most students (76%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology