College of National Services
A Norwich University education prepares you to take on the important issues of a global society.
College of National Services
The College is comprised of the Departments of Army Military Science, Naval Science, and Aerospace Science; each having a department chair and staff.
Army Military Science
The program of Military Science (MS) attracts, motivates, and prepares selected students to serve as commissioned Officers in the U. S. Army total force, either on active duty or on reserve duty with the National Guard or Army Reserve. It provides an appreciation and understanding of the history and future efforts of land power in the defense of the United States, develop ing the dynamic leadership required in the 21st century and complements the baccalaureate degree, in the chosen course of study.
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Our program is designed to develop midshipmen morally, mentally and physically; imbue them with the highest ideals of duty and loyalty; and instill in them the core values of honor, courage and commitment in order to commission as naval officers who possess a professional background, are motivated toward careers in the naval service, and have the potential for future development in mind and character so as to assume the highest responsibilities of command, citizenship and government.
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The Air Force ROTC program provides professional preparation for future Air and Space Force officers, divided into two major programs: the General Military Course (GMC) and the Professional Officer Course (POC).
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ROTC provides you with structure, discipline, values and leadership skills critical to career success.
Birthplace of ROTC
Norwich ROTC is one of the best leadership courses in the country and can be a key component of your college curriculum and Corps of Cadets experience at Norwich. Through classes, leadership labs and field training, ROTC provides you with the tools and experiential learning to become an officer or an ensign without interfering with your other classes or athletics.
Progressive Leadership and Service Model at Norwich University
Corps of Cadets
ROTC path or Civilian, if you are you looking to become part of something greater than yourself, to seek challenge by mentally and physically pushing yourself to grow as a leader, then don’t settle for a college experience that keeps you stuck in a classroom. The Corps of Cadets is the dynamic leadership experience for you.
National Services Related News
Vice Adm. John Gumbleton Visits Norwich University During New England Outreach
Vice Adm. John Gumbleton participated in several outreach events at his alma mater, Norwich University Sept. 18. Commander, Task Force 80 and Deputy Commander, U.S. FleeT Forces Command, Gumbleton conducted executive engagement with the President of Norwich University, met with the Peace and War Center, and Navy Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (NROTC) students.
Norwich University’s Silver Wings Club has been competitively selected as the national headquarters for colleges across the United States
During the recent National Meeting in San Diego, California, the University’s club earned the honor and is now poised to lead 145 Silver Wings Clubs from the various Air Force ROTC detachments across the country.
Norwich ROTC Cadets crushed the competition at the 35th Annual Bataan Memorial Death March
Out of 80 participating teams, the Norwich University Alpha Team placed first in the Team ROTC Heavy Division and third overall with a time of 5:14 hr.