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The U.S. Naval War College holds a graduation ceremony, March 3.
The U.S. Naval War College (NWC) holds a graduation ceremony, March 3. Fifty-seven students from NWC’s College of Naval Warfare and College of Naval Command and Staff were recognized for their achievements and received either a Master of Arts degree in National Security and Strategic Studies or a Master of Arts degree in Defense and Strategic Studies. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Tyler D. John/Released)

Our Guiding Vision

The U.S. Naval War College (NWC) delivers excellence in education, research, and outreach. In today’s dynamic security environment, even if numerical and technological superiority could be achieved, it would not be enough to ensure victory over an array of potential adversaries. Graduates must possess the mental strength and flexibility to out-think competitors in all domains. The U.S. Naval War College deepens the intellectual engagement of naval, joint, interagency, and international leaders and warriors to achieve that cognitive advantage.

U.S. Naval War College’s Mission

The mission of the U.S. Naval War College is to educate tomorrow’s leaders, inform today’s decision-makers, and engage with allies and partners on all matters of naval power in order to preserve the peace, respond in crisis, and win decisively in war.

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Strategic Plan 2022 - 2027

We operate today in keeping with the traditions and vision first established by our founding President, Rear Admiral Stephen B. Luce, USN, who in 1884 founded U.S. Naval War College to serve as “a place of original research on all questions relating to war and to statesmanship connected with war, or the prevention of war.”

Strategic Plan 2022-2027

15-Year Infrastructure, Modernization, and Maintenance Plan - 2022

Since 1884, our campus has grown to 13 buildings on 27 acres overlooking historic Narragansett Bay. Those who came before us made herculean efforts to maintain the infrastructure of our campus, but with buildings of this age, upkeep is constant and repairs are expensive. The following plan provides a comprehensive review of our campus, its buildings, our challenges, and a 15-year vision of future facilities.

15-Year Plan

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Advanced Research Programs

From emerging warfare technologies to operational strategy, Advanced Research Programs give participants practical experience that can be applied to their careers.

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Publications

Whether you’re a scholar, military leader, government professional, or an independent researcher, we have a wide array of ideas, analysis, and opinions available.

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Learning Commons

The Learning Commons comprises a variety of services including the library, writing center, bookstore, a hot and cold cafe, information resource department, and more.

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U.S. Naval War College Closed for the Thanksgiving Holiday

Nov. 28, 2024
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Leader Development at the Naval War College

Nov. 06, 2024
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