20 Best Coding Bootcamps in Chicago
Thinkful
Thinkful is an online school that equips students for new careers by offering online, fast-paced, job-ready programs in software engineering, data science, data analytics, design, and product management.
LOCATIONS: Atlanta, Austin, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Denver, Detroit, Houston, Los Angeles, Miami, Minneapolis, New York City, Online, Orlando, Philadelphia, Phoenix, Portland, Raleigh, Raleigh, Salt Lake City, San Diego, San Francisco, Seattle, Tampa, Washington
Daniel Pellegrini says:
Data Analytics Flex Program
This program goes in depth in regards to excel, SQL, tableau, power point, basic stats, and Python....read more
Review By: Daniel Pellegrini
Flatiron School
Flatiron School offers immersive on-campus and online programs in software engineering, data science, UX/UI design, and cybersecurity in NYC, Brooklyn, Washington DC, London, Houston, Atlanta, Austin, Seattle, Chicago, Denver, and Online.
LOCATIONS: Atlanta, Austin, Brooklyn, Chicago, Dallas, Denver, Houston, London, New York City, Online, San Francisco, Seattle, Sydney, Washington
Fahima Hyder says:
My life has completely changed
I joined the inaugural Data Science part-time bootcamp in October 2018 and finished in September 2019. Brace yourself, the program is no joke. You will be bangi...read more
Review By: Fahima Hyder
General Assembly
General Assembly offers short and long courses in web and mobile development, product management, data science and more, online and in-person, across 15 campuses in 4 continents.
LOCATIONS: Atlanta, Austin, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Denver, Detroit, Hong Kong, Houston, London, Los Angeles, Melbourne, Miami, Minneapolis, New York City, Online, Orlando, Philadelphia, Phoenix, Raleigh, San Diego, San Francisco, Seattle, Singapore, Stamford, Sydney, Washington
Kimberly Wilkes says:
Career change via Software Engineering Immersive
Prior to participating in this bootcamp I had just made a complex decision to career change from elementary teaching to software engineering. I had somehow made...read more
Review By: Kimberly Wilkes
Coding Dojo
Coding Dojo is a unique coding bootcamp that teaches three full technology stacks in a single 14-week program.
LOCATIONS: Arlington, Boise, Chicago, Dallas, Hybrid (Online & In-person), Los Angeles, Oakland, Online, Orange County, San Francisco, San Francisco, Seattle, Silicon Valley, Tulsa
Darrick says:
San Jose Location
I had a great experience at the bootcamp! Before deciding to come here i was looking at a few other bootcamps in the bay area, mostly in Berkeley and San Franci...read more
Review By: Darrick
Fullstack Academy
Fullstack Academy offers full-time and part-time immersive software engineering bootcamps and cyber security bootcamps, with campuses in New York City, Chicago, and online.
LOCATIONS: Chicago, New York City, Online
Chris Kang says:
Bet on yourself
Fullstack Academy played a very special role in my life at a time (around 40 years old) when I was finally daring to face down deeply ingrained fears and negati...read more
Review By: Chris Kang
Actualize
Actualize is a 12-week software development bootcamp in Chicago and online throughout the US, offering both part-time and full-time options.
LOCATIONS: Chicago, New York City, Online, San Francisco
Neah Nieto says:
Have fun and learn the fundamentals of web development
I chose Actualize because their program was the one that best fit my schedule. They offer classes that cater to both day and night time schedules. This led me t...read more
Review By: Neah Nieto
Product School
Product School, a technology business school, offers part-time courses in product management, data analytics, coding, digital marketing, UX design, and product leadership to professionals at 20 campuses in the US, Latin America, Europe, Asia, Australia, and live online. The curriculum contains a healthy mix of hands-on projects, group exercises, case studies, and interview prep, plus access to a network of alumni, mentors, and job opportunities. Both on-site and online courses are taught by senior-level product managers who work at technology companies such as Google, Facebook, PayPal, Airbnb, LinkedIn, and Netflix.
LOCATIONS: Austin, Boston, Boulder, Chicago, Denver, London, Los Angeles, Los Angeles, New York City, Online, Orange County, San Francisco, Seattle, Seattle, Silicon Valley, Toronto
Richard Anwanakak says:
Very practical and insightful course
A very practical and insightful course with very rich content that is relevant and practical to the modern product management space. The instructor Joel, provid...read more
Review By: Richard Anwanakak
Designation
Designation is a 24-week program specializing in the fields of UX and UI design with the primary goal to turn you into a hireable candidate for innovative and tech-focused companies.
Tom says:
Embark on the Journey
Designation was very much like what I’ve read about the archetype of the hero’s journey in the works of Joseph Campbell. Designation was a departure from the or...read more
Review By: Tom
Coding Temple
Coding Temple offers 10-week, full-stack coding bootcamps and data science bootcamps with campuses in Chicago, Boston, and live online.
LOCATIONS: Austin, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Online, Schaumburg, Washington
Kevin says:
Enjoyed my experience
Small class size, attentive professors, relevant application, collaborative environment, and strong professional network. Would recommend...read more
Review By: Kevin
Metis
Metis offers data science training via 12-week full-time immersive bootcamps, part-time online bootcamp prep courses, and corporate training programs, with campuses in Chicago, New York, San Francisco, and Seattle. The Metis Data Science Bootcamp is designed and taught by industry practitioners and covers Python, Bash, algorithms, linear regression, machine learning, NLP, databases, and interactive data visualization.
LOCATIONS: Chicago, Chicago, New York City, Online, San Francisco, Seattle, Washington
Rob Zhang says:
No regrets, helped me successfully switch careers
I have nothing but positives to speak of when it comes to Metis.The instructors (John, Lara, and Alice) communicate clearly, are very approachable, and have a p...read more
Review By: Rob Zhang
Data Science Dojo
Data Science Dojo is a 1-week, full-time data science course based in Redmond, WA and holds classes in cities around the world.
LOCATIONS: Albuquerque, Albuquerque, Amsterdam, Amsterdam, Austin, Bangkok, Barcelona, Bucharest, Chicago, Dubai, Las Vegas, London, New York City, Paris, Paris, Pretoria, Seattle, Silicon Valley, Singapore, Sydney, Toronto, Toronto, Washington
Steve Rusev says:
Great place to learn Data Science
I attended the 5 day Data Science & Data Engineering Bootcamp in Austin, TX and want to say that it was great. The material that we covered was comprehensive an...read more
Review By: Steve Rusev
First Step Coding
First Step Coding offers an 8-week, part-time full-stack development course in Boston, Chicago, Los Angeles, San Francisco, and online.
LOCATIONS: Boston, Chicago, Los Angeles, New York City, Online, San Francisco, San Jose, Silicon Valley, Washington
Scott Neiger says:
Fast-paced learning with a solid structure for understanding the basics
I've worked in SaaS tech support for a few years, and have slowly been introduced to code various concepts by virtue of doing my job. Over the years I've built ...read more
Review By: Scott Neiger
Northwestern Boot Camps
Northwestern Boot Camps offer 12-week, full-time, or 24-week, part-time web development courses, and 24-week, part-time data science, cybersecurity, and financial technology (FinTech) courses in Evanston and Chicago, Illinois.
Syeda Ahmed says:
Valuable experience
I graduated in computer science in 2004 but didn’t really work in the field. Now I wanted to pursue my career again and needed a fresh start. Northwestern boot ...read more
Review By: Syeda Ahmed
Grace Hopper Program
The Grace Hopper Program is a 17-week, immersive software engineering program for women with no upfront tuition cost in New York City (13-weeks of the course will be on campus).
LOCATIONS: Chicago, New York City, Online
Teressa says:
a life choice you will not regret
I have so much gratitude and love for my Grace Hopper fam. The instructors are super knowledgable (S/O NATALIE LANE AND DAVID ADEWOYIN), the career success coa...read more
Review By: Teressa
Evolve Security Academy
Evolve Security Academy offers two 16-week, part-time cybersecurity bootcamp options.
LOCATIONS: Chicago
Uzoma Osuagwu says:
Apprentice
Evolve Security Academy is the place for you. The remote cohort at Evolve was a smooth transition into the cybersecurity space. The curriculum and labs are very...read more
Review By: Uzoma Osuagwu
Code Platoon
Code Platoon is a non-profit coding bootcamp located in Chicago, Illinois specifically designed for veterans and military spouses transitioning into the civilian workforce by providing technical training and career placement.
LOCATIONS: Chicago
Hal Baird says:
Absolutely The Best
The Code Platoon full-stack development boot camp is outstanding in every way. The curriculum is up to date and relevant to the current job market. The instru...read more
Review By: Hal Baird
Promotable
Promotable offers a part-time, 6-week course in data science and data analytics in Chicago, IL, Washington, DC, and San Francisco, CA.
LOCATIONS: Chicago, San Francisco, Singapore, Washington
Kristina Covarrubias says:
Great Data Analytics Class
The class was flexible with location, and the instructor Adam was very detailed and well organized with the course. He did not hesitate to stop if you had a que...read more
Review By: Kristina Covarrubias
Codecademy Pro Intensive
Codecademy Pro Intensive is the online, intensive, paid offering from Codecademy.
LOCATIONS: Chicago, Detroit, Los Angeles, Miami, New York City
Melanie says:
Pro Intensive feels a scam
My main issue with this is that with pro intensive you get access to less modules/learning material than you do with Pro. Pro intensive costs more. Upon complai...read more
Review By: Melanie
Code Chicago
Code Chicago offers a series of 12-week programming courses at Chicago's innovation center, Blue1647.
LOCATIONS: Chicago
Data Science for Social Good
The Eric and Wendy Schmidt Data Science for Social Good summer fellowship is a program through the University of Chicago that allows aspiring data scientists to work on real world problems in the fields of education, health, energy, and more.
LOCATIONS: Chicago
