Norwich University is a private nonprofit 4-year college in Northfield, Vermont with 2,428 undergraduates. It admits 74% of applicants, costs an average of $26,676 a year after grants and graduates 61% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Norwich University acceptance rate and admissions
Norwich University admitted 74% of applicants for fall 2024. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Considered but not required (as reported for fall 2024 admission). That means you can apply without SAT or ACT scores. Check the admissions office for the current policy.
The colored band is the middle 50% of enrolled students in fall 2024 (reading and writing 540 to 650, math 520 to 670). The tick marks the typical 4-year college. Check how your scores fit.
Norwich University application deadlines 2026-27
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Rolling admission | Applications reviewed as they arrive |
Application fee through the Common App: free for U.S. applicants. Confirm dates on Norwich University’s admissions page; see every college on the deadline calendar.
Source: Common App 2026-27 first-year deadlines, fees and requirements grid, updated Sep 25, 2026.
Norwich University tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $51,710 |
|---|---|
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $15,280 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $68,714 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $26,676 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $26,676 a year after grants and scholarships, $42,038 less than the full cost of attendance.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students, by family income (2024-25):
Your own price depends on your family's full situation. Run Norwich University's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
Norwich University graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 61% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $78,407 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $24,429 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 31% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
Norwich University majors and what graduates earn
Norwich University awarded bachelor's degrees in 37 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from IT and network administration ($90,628).
All 37 majors at Norwich University
Four-year earnings: graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars. Fields with few graduates have no published earnings.
Graduate programs at Norwich University
14 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 14 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health administration | Master's | 53 | $99,602 | $55,269 |
| Business administration | Master's | 52 | $91,519 | $44,742 |
| International relations | Master's | 39 | $77,706 | $46,477 |
| History | Master's | 39 | $52,931 | $41,078 |
| Information science | Master's | 24 | $102,045 | n/a |
| Criminal justice | Master's | 17 | n/a | n/a |
| Public administration | Master's | 15 | $62,963 | n/a |
| Intelligence, Command Control and Information Operations | Master's | 13 | n/a | n/a |
| Civil engineering | Master's | 7 | $93,064 | n/a |
| Architecture | Master's | 6 | $59,924 | n/a |
| Allied health (PA, radiography, therapy and more) | Master's | 2 | n/a | n/a |
| Accounting | Master's | 1 | n/a | n/a |
| Management information systems | Master's | 1 | n/a | n/a |
| Business analytics and operations research | Master's | 1 | n/a | n/a |
Students and location
- 2,428 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 28% women, 72% men
- 13 students for every faculty member
- Setting: rural, distant
- Accredited by New England Commission on Higher Education
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Norwich University?
Norwich University admitted 74% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does Norwich University cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $51,710. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $26,676 a year in 2024-25.
What SAT score do you need for Norwich University?
The middle 50% of enrolled students scored 540 to 650 in reading and writing and 520 to 670 in math. Scores inside these ranges are typical for admitted students.
Is Norwich University test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, Norwich University reported that test scores were: considered but not required. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at Norwich University?
61% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do Norwich University graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $78,407 a year 10 years after they started, in 2024 dollars.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.