Admissions Blog

Q: When do I register for classes?

A: As an incoming freshman, you will not need to register for classes. Your classes will be chosen for you based on your major and the typical freshman curriculum. You will have the opportunity to meet with your academic advisor on Academic Day during orientation week to make any changes necessary to your schedule.

Q: What are these New Student Sendoff events all about?

A: A New Student Sendoff is an event hosted by one of our many alumni clubs from all over the country. Typically a barbeque which brings together alumni, current students, graduate students, Norwich families, and new students and their families. These events are also a great way to meet some of your classmates from the class of 2017. C lick here to see the full list of New Student Sendoffs.

Q: If I am flying to Norwich alone, what should I do?

A: If you are a student traveling from outside of New England and New York, you have the option to arrive one day prior to your arrival day (Saturday, August 17^th or Tuesday, August 20^th). With airline tickets being expensive, we understand that it may be difficult for families to travel with new students to campus.

To ease this burden, we encourage families to send their son/daughter alone for arrival day, and save their trip to campus for parent/family weekend (October18-20^th). Please contact the admissions office with any questions regarding this.

Q: As a rook, how do I become a member of the Regimental Drill Team, Regimental Band, or Regimental Cavalry Troop?

A: If you are looking to be a member in one of these units, you will have the chance to try out during your freshman year. Announcements will be made during morning formation indicating try-out dates and times. Try-outs for most special units will begin in late fall and carry through to the spring. All freshman students are eligible to participate in try-outs. Students interested in the band are encouraged to bring their own instrument if they own one.

Q: What do I do if I want to add a minor?

A: If you are thinking about adding a minor to your academic degree plan, you will meet with your academic advisor after your arrival. At this time, you will have a chance to review your schedule with your adviser and make any changes that are necessary.

Your academic adviser is a faculty member whom you will work with for the next four years as you chart your path here at Norwich. You can discuss career choices, changing your major, adding a minor, studying abroad, research opportunities and internships.

Q: How do the phones work in the dorm rooms?

A: Each dorm room is wired for one phone line (you need to bring the actual phone) that you will have to share with your roommates. All local and campus calls are included but if you need to make a long distance call, we recommend you obtain a calling card. Otherwise, any long distance calls will be charged to your bill. Before you make any long distance calls, you will have to enter your pin number which will be provided to you by our campus telephone services department on arrival day.

Q: How should rooks have their hair cut prior to arrival?

A: Rooks are expected to arrive within the guidelines published below:

For Males:

This cut is perfected by using a two-blade cut on top. A 0000-blade is used to cut the sides high to where the natural hairline recedes. Cut is even around the crown and back to temple. Adjustable clippers are used to fade in line. Sides and neck are cleaned up with outliner.

For Females:

Hair will be of a natural color at all times (brown, black, red, blonde). Hair will not fall over the eyebrows or extend below the bottom edge of the collar at any time. Females with hair that falls below the color (approximately shoulder-length or longer) will secure their hair in a bun. Females are allowed to wear hair down if it rests above (does not touch) the collar. All bangs and excess hair will be pinned in place. Hair holding devices are authorized only for the purpose of securing hair. Female cadets will not place hair-holding devices in the hair for decorative purposes. All hair holding devices must be plain and of a color as close to the cadet's hair color as possible or clear. Authorized devices include barrettes, combs, pins, clips, rubber bands, and hair bands. Female hair is expected to be combed, neat, and professional in appearance at all times.

 

Q: I’m flying to Norwich alone, may I ship my things beforehand?

A: Yes, for students flying to campus, think about shipping some items to campus ahead of time. Mail to:

Student Name
Norwich University
158 Harmon Dr.
Northfield VT 05663-1035

 

Q: When can I buy my books for the fall semester?

A: You can get all of your books from our campus bookstore once you arrive on campus. For your first semester we strongly suggest that you purchase your books on campus, as your schedule will not be finalized until you meet with your Academic Advisor on Academic Day.

Come second semester you will have more than enough time after your schedule is set and classes begin to find alternate methods of purchasing your text books.