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Actualize

Average Rating4.93
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Actualize is an online software engineering bootcamp based in Chicago that offers part-time and full-time bootcamp options. Instructors with professional educational experience teach students full stack web development including Ruby, Rails, JavaScript, VueJS, SQL, and Git. The Online Live classes are conducted in real time with video conferencing. Actualize has a deeply integrated “Job Hacking” curriculum focused on the personal branding and networking skills necessa...
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  • Steven
    Steven
    Foreman in Construction • Graduate • Web Development • Online
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    Jan 13, 2023
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    Fantastic Bootcamp with Live Instruction

    I am super happy I chose Actualize my instructor Amanda was top-notch along with her TA's all very hands on and helpful. I chose Actualize because of their values to what is needed to succeed in Software Development with teaching you how to learn so that you can teach yourself any language or concept in the future. They keep their Cohorts small so they can give you the attention you want from the instructor and TA's. I highly recommend choosing Actualize I started out with knowing basica...
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  • François-René Léautier
    François-René Léautier
    Graduate • Web Development • Online
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    Jan 13, 2023
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    Thoroughly rewarding bootcamp experience

    Coming in to Actualize, I was looking for a coding bootcamp with responsive teachers, career support and a strong curriculum. Actualize met all my requirements and more. My instructor was attentive and always willing to help, the schedule gave me plenty of time to fulfill my daily obligations, and the content was engaging and relevant. After graduation, I'm still getting career support while I search for a job, which is very appreciated. Would absolutely recommend to anyone looking to tr...
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  • Mark Rubin
    Mark Rubin
    Graduate • Web Development • Online
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    Jan 13, 2023
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    Flexible and Life Changing

    This was my second "transition" in my life in terms of a career change, and I was struggling to find a bootcamp that would fit my needs regarding what I wanted to learn, what kind of structure there was, and if I was able to continue working throughout the process. I wasn't in a position to quit my job and focus solely on the bootcamp, and I was lucky enough to find something that was during free time (the nature of my job is early mornings and afternoons/evenings). 

    The second th...
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  • Colton Peckham
    Colton Peckham
    Graduate • Web Development • Online
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    Jan 13, 2023
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    Fun, Exciting, Fulfilling

    This bootcamp was amazing with everything, whether thats the instructors, the TA's, or the class workflow. If you are looking for a new career in development you should strongly consider Actualize!
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  • James Alexander
    James Alexander
    Graduate • Web Development • Online
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    Jan 13, 2023
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    Best Learning Experience

    I was a little hesitant to apply to Actualize at first, i didn't know anything about coding or what a good coding bootcamp looked like. But my experience at Actualize, with Katherine as my instructor and her two TAs Hwieun and Caitlynn, could not have been topped anywhere else. Over the span of 3 months, plus pre work to ease you into the course, my cohort and I were taught the fundamentals of Coding through languages such as; Ruby, HTML, CSS, JavaScript.  Then taught how to apply those ...
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  • Julia
    Julia
    Technician • Graduate • Web Development • Online
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    Jan 13, 2023
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    So glad I did this - writing a review to pay it forward

    If you're interested in investing time and money into learning coding and making a career change I would 100% recommend this bootcamp to anyone. Our instructor, Katherine, was not only knowledgeable and a great teacher and that's one of the reasons I chose Actualize over other bootcamps: their assertion that they focus on things holistically and have instructors who understand education, which was completely delivered on. This was a really good way to gain some confidence, make connectio...
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  • Farhan Mohamed
    Graduate • Web Development • Online
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    Jan 13, 2023
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    Amazing Bootcamp with a Great Instructor

    I've recently graduated from this bootcamp and they've set me up for success! The instructor was amazing and really helped us learn with a solid curriculum. There was always help when confused and lots of resources shared to you throughout the bootcamp. I would recommend this bootcamp to anyone looking to get into tech. They really care about the student and when you graduate you become part of the community they've built so you still feel connected and receive ongoing help.
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  • Kyle Pazdel
    Student Software Developer • Graduate • Web Development • Online
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    Nov 18, 2022
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    Learning first, equipping students for success

    This Bootcamp is designed to teach students to learn coding basics and fundamental skills, and its project-oriented hands-on approach is highly effective at enabling students to continue to learn afterward. I came from almost zero coding experience and now have the ability to build full-stack web apps and code in four different languages, with experience in two frameworks. Still, more importantly, I have the ability to dive into new technologies and languages and continue to broaden my s...
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  • Robert Veraldi
    Robert Veraldi
    Graduate • Web Development • Online
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    Nov 18, 2022
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    Exceeded Expectations

    It's tough to decide where to start. This is easily the best, most fulfilling academic experience I've had. My professor, Joey, was extremely knowledgeable, thorough, helpful, and personable. Learning to code can seem like it's going to be a mundane experience but he (and my peers, TA's) made it something I looked forward to each day. My cohort was 10 people, all dedicated to learning, which made the environment a bit more intimate and made it easy to not just be another face in the room...
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  • Lucas Duffy
    Lucas Duffy
    Web Developer • Graduate • Web Development • Online
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    Nov 18, 2022
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    The Most Honest Bootcamp in the Field

    My first bootcamp i signed up for was extremely shady and failed to deliver on the majority of the promises they made during enrollment. I ultimately left that program to try to dodge what remained of that bullet and my experience left a bad taste in my mouth regarding bootcamps as a whole as this was through a reputable university. A family friend eventually reached out with extremely high praise for Actualize and convinced me to give it a shot. I'm so thankful for that decision, this p...
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  • Abraham V Rodriguez
    Graduate • Graduate • Web Development • Chicago
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    Nov 18, 2022
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    Incredible experience for coding and career

    Extremely good experience, I was able to learn a lot about coding because of the great curriculum as well as the instructor.  A lot of resources and there is a lot of focus on how to keep improving after the end of the bootcamp which was amazing.
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  • Wyetta Bontempo
    Graduate • Web Development • Online
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    Nov 18, 2022
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    Actualize Ruby on Rails Bootcamp

    Not your typical online course. Super engaging faculty. Perfect for folks new to software development. I was a non traditional student and had a lot of experience, and the faculty took the time to adapt the curriculum to meet my needs. Lots of hands of coding with super support from faculty and peers. Strongly recommend. 
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Actualize Alumni Reviews Summary

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4.9
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5.0
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4.9
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4.8
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FAQs

How much does Actualize cost?

Actualize costs around $16,900.

What courses does Actualize teach?

Actualize offers courses like Web Development.

Where does Actualize have campuses?

Actualize has in-person campuses in Chicago. Actualize also has a remote classroom so students can learn online.

Is Actualize worth it?

Actualize hasn't shared alumni outcomes yet, but one way to determine if a bootcamp is worth it is by reading alumni reviews. 577 Actualize alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed Actualize on Course Report - you should start there!

Is Actualize legit?

We let alumni answer that question. 577 Actualize alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed Actualize and rate their overall experience a 4.93 out of 5.

Does Actualize offer scholarships or accept the GI Bill?

Right now, it doesn't look like Actualize offers scholarships or accepts the GI Bill. We're always adding to the list of schools that do offer Exclusive Course Report Scholarships and a list of the bootcamps that accept the GI Bill.

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You can read 577 reviews of Actualize on Course Report! Actualize alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed Actualize and rate their overall experience a 4.93 out of 5.

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