Norwich University

I've completed the MS Business Continuity program and await the residency for 2011.  This is a real university, not a for-profit university like U of Phoenix. Norwich has a proud tradition and embraces all students to achieve their best. Don't bother applying if you cannot write a graduate level essay each week, write 1000 words in discussions each week, several exams and a 10,000 word final paper after 11 weeks. The work is relentless, tough and serious. The professors were the best in the industry, and I've been around awhile.

I did my research on online universities before I decided to enrol in Norwich University and I am glad I did that. Master of Public Administration program in the school is challenging; the Professors take their time to answer any questions and guide the students but the student has to prove that he or she is equal to the rigor and the discipline required to accomplish the goal.

I will not hesitate to recommend this university to any student who wants to acquire the best and ready to work for it.

I am about half way through the Masters of Public Administration degree at Norwich. I have found the course to be challenging and more importantly, thought provoking.

The students come from a diverse background. All have experience that they use enhance the discussions and exchange of ideas. I have learned much from the course, but even more from the other students. What a great mix!

The resources that Norwich provides are absolutely top shelf. From the personnal assistance that I received during my initial entry into the program, to the guidance and mentoring I received from a well-credentialed staff, to a research/resource library, I rate the whole experience as excellant.

Don't expect an easy ride. The pace is quick and the course requirements are challenging. But I can already tell that the education will be well worth price paid.

Expect Challenge; Achieve Distinction
This motto fits the school very well. I am presently earning my MPA at Norwich and I could not have chosen a more rigorous program to challenge myself and advance my career in the public service sector. My undergrad work was through SUNY: ESC and the programs are very similar in style in that you are given the opportunity to stretch your learning capabilities and gain the pivotal advantage of advancing yourself in a way that is very rewarding. It takes a lot of dedication and hard work. Research and writing with the guidance of credentialed instructors advanced in their fields is what you will be facing. If you want an easy keep it simple advanced educational experience you will have to go somewhere else as this program is not for the weak willed. Yes the slant is definitely military in nature for most programs (Duh! It is the USA's oldest military academy, birthplace to ROTC and engineering here in the US) but the MPA is difficult and rigorous in every aspect. I also admire the diversity of my fellow students and the knowledge that they bring with them and share. 
So as the motto says..."Expect Challenge: Achieve Distinction".

-AA from UoP (Accounting) 
-Certificit (Finance) at Columbia Southern University
-BSBA in Finance at CSU
-started/cut short...MBA (Proj Mngt) from Norwich  
-Completed same degree MBA (Proj Mngt) at CSU

Norwich in no way compares to the other schools I attended.  The accreditation is like comparing Major leegue to minor league and HS.  I was very ill prepered to enter into the school.  I dropped out of Norwich because of the amount of studying and papers you must write and the cost.  After 6 weeks in Strategic Resource Management, I pulled the plug.  No thanks. I needed a grad degree but not at this expense.

There are esier and less expensive schools to get an MBA from.  CSU teaches the exact same subjects and doesn't reqiure one to stayed glued and scared for his life at the computer.

An MBA is an MBA.  Pay and stay more at Norwich or live your life and work with CSU.  The decicsion cost me some money but was well worth it to adjust mid stream.. I generally tell people if the want to study for hours each day and weekend and pay a lot of money, go to norwich.  If you want flexibility and an easy going life, CSU is far better.

I defer to US News and World Report list of top colleges.



    * 69Rank
    * 40Score

Tier 1
College Category:
Universities-Master's (North)


I am a current student and am in awe of the credentials of my current professor.  Now credentials do not make the man so I have to say the Prof. Clarke has been great at organizing the content as well as reaching out to students directly.

I'm currently a student at Norwich taking an MA in Diplomacy.  In my experience, it's what you make of it.

Norwich provides the basic tools.  Some of the students in my program substandard and the professors aren't exactly "engaging."  But what it comes down to is you, engaging with the material independently.  The school is in it to make money, but you can earn a quality degree by applying yourself positively.

I took the MA in it and it was an unsatisfying experience  to say the least.  The faculty are all a bunch of ex-grunts who have no concept of the "Big Picture" of warfare.  All they are concerned about is single action and tactics.  The cirriculum is far too short.  They cram everything into 6 hour seminars that hardly cover anything.  Before you know it, you are writing your CAPSTONE and you haven't learned anything someone with a moderate interest in miltiary history would know already.  The only stuff I did learn was from my own research for my paper topics.  I could have done that on my own and for free.  Norwich is a big waste of money.  Avoid it.

As a recent grad looking back on the MBA program, I remember the grading standards quite low and the discussions with fellow students mind-numbing. I also thought some of the courses were on 'auto-pilot' and the virtual professor was there just to guide students through the 'wickets'.   All the students are full-time 'something-else' so it's all about meeting the set standard for your 'A' or 'B'.  I found very little intellectual curiosity. And as for student's backgrounds?  I think some were shift supervisors at a retail store....very little insight into real business. 

Is this diploma worth anything?  I'd have to so 'no'.  For the quick-and-dirty on-line MBA, go for Phoenix?  When it comes down to it, on-line is on-line?  Why pay more at Norwich?
-Alec

Great MBA program from a University with a long rich history! I am proud to be an alumni and part of the Norwich family. 

The staff provides outstanding support and the Professors will push you.  The Residency was a blast!

Don't waste your money on other online programs such as University of Phoenix or AIU.  Norwich is considered a Tier 1 school for the Northern region.

100 bucks says you can renegotiate tuition rates without financial aid. What the difference for them, they reviews say they don't respond to emails.

Me thinks this school produces retards with comments like that.

hey why they pick me to come to norwich university its non thing wrong with that but i want to know do yall pay like job crops. if yall do a have a son i need to take care of but i will love to come there write me back please. thanks