App Academy
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Founded in 2012, App Academy is a global coding bootcamp with a focus on software engineering. App Academy offers programs that fit every learning style, including an In-Person Software Engineering Program (16 weeks), a Full-Time Online Software Engineering Program (24 weeks), and a Part-Time Online Software Engineering Program (48 weeks). App Academy alumni have found Software Engineering roles at a range of start-ups and top tech companies.
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Founded in 2012, App Academy is a global coding bootcamp with a focus on software engineering. App Academy offers programs that fit every learning style, including an In-Person Software Engineering Program (16 weeks), a Full-Time Online Software Engineering Program (24 weeks), and a Part-Time Online Software Engineering Program (48 weeks). App Academy alumni have found Software Engineering roles at a range of start-ups and top tech companies.
The App Academy curriculum for in-person covers fullstack Ruby on Rails, JavaScript, SQL, HTML, CSS, ReactJS, and Redux. App Academy's online program covers SQL, JS, Python, HTML, and CSS, in addition to state-of-the-art tools and web frameworks like ReactJS, Express, Flask, and SQL Alchemy. Working in a dynamic team environment, students will build complex web applications that will form the foundation of their portfolio.
App Academy’s goal is to ensure students not only land a full-time SWE role, but also advance in their careers for years to come. Dedicated career coaches offer job search support ranging from mock technical/non-technical interviews and resume reviews, to connecting grads with App Academy's vast employer network. Upon graduation, career coaches will guide students through their entire job search, from mock interviews to salary negotiation. From there, App Academy's partnerships team connects graduates with some of the most prestigious tech companies in the industry.
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- JesseGraduate • 24-Week Online Software Engineering Program (Full Time) • OnlineVerified by LinkedInJul 29, 2020Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Online Full Stack
I came into the curriculum with a basic foundation of coding, however I had no experience in software development and in
a mere 6 months I can say that I am much more confident in my ability to produce an application. App Academy not only teaches
you relevant curriculum but (and this is the most important aspect to me) they set you up with the ability to continue self-learning after graduation
Pros
- The support from the TA's and Instructors are nice to have, especially...I came into the curriculum with a basic foundation of coding, however I had no experience in software development and in
a mere 6 months I can say that I am much more confident in my ability to produce an application. App Academy not only teaches
you relevant curriculum but (and this is the most important aspect to me) they set you up with the ability to continue self-learning after graduation
Pros
- The support from the TA's and Instructors are nice to have, especially when you aren't grasping a concept.
- 4 projects, consisting of 2 group project and 2 solo projects gives you a lot of experience working with different ideas, people, and technologies.
- Presence of a career coach makes the job search process feel much more structured.
- The focus on mini-projects while your learning really re-enforces the concepts learned for the day
- Learn Python for the online full-stack cohorts instead of Ruby
Cons
- Since I was in a Cohort with a new curriculum some of the material seemed like it was rushed or just not presented in a clear and concise way. 
Monia TechiniGraduate • Self-paced Open Course • OnlineVerified by LinkedInJul 28, 2020Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob AssistanceBest experience ever
It was a great experience with app Academy. Everybody is so helpful and friendly. I enjoyed everyday with a/a, and I learned many things from everybody, it was an amazing experience and I m so proud to be part of it.
I really appreciate that they offer support for the job search as well.- Daniel ChauSoftware Engineer • Graduate • 16-Week Software Engineering Program • San FranciscoVerified by LinkedInJul 24, 2020Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Occupational Therapist to Software Engineer!
A very challenging programming course, but very informative and worth it! It will be overwhelming and demoralizing at points, however stay strong and be communicative and it is manageable. My biggest tip to help you get through and not feel to drowned in work is to be pro-active and let your teammates and TAs know what is going on with you personally and academically. - Gilbert BuiGraduate • 16-Week Software Engineering Program • San FranciscoVerified by LinkedInJul 24, 2020Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Work is important
App academy can be time consuming and a lot of work but the end result will provide you the skills you need to find a job in the software development field. - Sheava DaneshGraduate • 16-Week Software Engineering Program • San FranciscoVerified by LinkedInJul 24, 2020Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Incredible learning experience.
I'm switching over careers from a completely non-technical field to software development, and I couldn't have picked a better bootcamp to help me through this transition. Although I just graduated, I can say that in just the past 4 months I have learned a myriad of languages, technologies, and frameworks that I never would've imagined I could. App Academy's curriculum is prepared in a way that regardless of your technical background, you learn so so much in such little time and learn eno...I'm switching over careers from a completely non-technical field to software development, and I couldn't have picked a better bootcamp to help me through this transition. Although I just graduated, I can say that in just the past 4 months I have learned a myriad of languages, technologies, and frameworks that I never would've imagined I could. App Academy's curriculum is prepared in a way that regardless of your technical background, you learn so so much in such little time and learn enough to compete with other aspiring software developers with university degrees in computer science. The only thing I wish App Academy did differently is to advertise themselves clearly as web development since thats basically what the curriculum is centered around. I can make a full-stack web application now, but not much more than that. Either way, I am super grateful to be able to have attended App Academy and would highly recommend this bootcamp over others to anyone who asks! - MatthewTolentin • Graduate • 16-Week Software Engineering Program • San FranciscoVerified by LinkedInJul 24, 2020Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
I'm graduating today, and I'm glad I came.
Yes, there are articles coming up all the time criticizing App Academy's pricing plans and now freely available curriculum, but you will not find another group of dedicated instructors when you choose to take the plunge. They also help you all the way with admission advisors the very same day you submit the first admission form.
Yes, a lot of the concepts can be learned by yourself with hours pouring over Wikipedia, Stack Overflow, and elsewhere, but the greatest value to the inte...Yes, there are articles coming up all the time criticizing App Academy's pricing plans and now freely available curriculum, but you will not find another group of dedicated instructors when you choose to take the plunge. They also help you all the way with admission advisors the very same day you submit the first admission form.
Yes, a lot of the concepts can be learned by yourself with hours pouring over Wikipedia, Stack Overflow, and elsewhere, but the greatest value to the intensive and immersive 16-week journey is not only the opportunity to have a glance at tech industry culture through the curriculum path and curated lectures, but the challenge at your fingertips everyday in pairing with another cohort mate to solve nontrivial projects and problem sets to actively mold into and further change the culture yourself.
App Academy is truly the one-stop-shop from beginning Ruby lessons to the job coaching that guides you the whole way after the 16-week course until you get your offer letters. Yes, you very well could go the route of learning JavaScript by yourself or maybe C by yourself, but everyone in App Academy upholds their standard everyday and provide living breathing proof that their techniques work, through their connections with tech companies all across the country and the regular alumni panels that return to talk to share their success with current students and encourage them on their way.
If you've stuck with me and read this far, start the application process and have a go at the webcam coding challenge. If you blow them away with no raise in heart rate then yes maybe this bootcamp is not for you. However, if you fall in love with Alvin's lessons and through intense study and dedication pass this first hurdle (an accomplishment you are reminded of even up to the final week of class), you will not be disappointed with the adventure set before you.
Thank you again to every single instructor and coach that guided my cohort and never quit on any one of us. - Christopher OneySoftware Engineer • Graduate • 16-Week Software Engineering Program • San FranciscoVerified by LinkedInJul 24, 2020Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Fantastic experience despite the stress
I cannot express enough how much I enjoyed this program. The instructors and staff are all supportive, intelligent people that are able to cram a large amount of information into a relatively small amount of time while still making the lessons enjoyable and understandable. Unfortunately due to the Covid-19 outbreak, my cohort was forced to take the classes online, but even this wasn't unmanageable thanks to the efforts of App Academy. One thing to mention is that if the job fairs App Aca...I cannot express enough how much I enjoyed this program. The instructors and staff are all supportive, intelligent people that are able to cram a large amount of information into a relatively small amount of time while still making the lessons enjoyable and understandable. Unfortunately due to the Covid-19 outbreak, my cohort was forced to take the classes online, but even this wasn't unmanageable thanks to the efforts of App Academy. One thing to mention is that if the job fairs App Academy normally works with are extremely important to you, I would wait until quarantine measures are no longer in place.
That being said, the teachers and staff can only do so much. If you intend to apply to App Academy, be prepared to put your life on hold for several months. The coursework is rigorous and often overwhelming. If you fall behind too much you may not have the time to catch up with everyone else again, even with the help and resources provided. Do not ever grow complacent about the work. Overall if you think you can handle the bootcamp experience and are passionate about learning, I highly recommend App Academy. - AndrewGraduate • 16-Week Software Engineering Program • San FranciscoVerified by GitHubJul 24, 2020Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
For the hoodie
App Academy's curriculum is well designed and really reinforces fundamentals so every new lesson is built on what you have learned. By no means is it easy and you will definitely have to put in the work, but you are offered lots of help and resources from the TA's, fellow cohort-mates, and through additional readings. A majority of most days is filled with pair programming, which I really came to enjoy and realize its usefulness. However, there are only a handful of days where you get to...App Academy's curriculum is well designed and really reinforces fundamentals so every new lesson is built on what you have learned. By no means is it easy and you will definitely have to put in the work, but you are offered lots of help and resources from the TA's, fellow cohort-mates, and through additional readings. A majority of most days is filled with pair programming, which I really came to enjoy and realize its usefulness. However, there are only a handful of days where you get to tackle projects on your own, which I did not like, but that is merely my preference. After the curriculum, I feel that App Academy provided me the tools and fundamentals needed to further my programming skills and create full-stack web applications. Being a bootcamp that is only a few months long, I feel they do a great job in transitioning anyone, who is willing to put in the work, into a software engineer.
- JulieGraduate • 16-Week Software Engineering Program • San FranciscoVerified by GitHubJul 21, 2020Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Good program. Know what you're getting into.
Overall this program is it rigorous and does teaches you to code. If that is your goal and you have a solid internal support network, I'd recommend. The program lacks representation of womxn, POC, and other minority groups. Also in my cohort, these marginalized groups left the program at a higher rate. Please note - this does wear on your mental health as it is a very high pressure environment. There are 6 assessments, failing 2 will get you kicked out. There is a strike system for atten...Overall this program is it rigorous and does teaches you to code. If that is your goal and you have a solid internal support network, I'd recommend. The program lacks representation of womxn, POC, and other minority groups. Also in my cohort, these marginalized groups left the program at a higher rate. Please note - this does wear on your mental health as it is a very high pressure environment. There are 6 assessments, failing 2 will get you kicked out. There is a strike system for attendance and daily reports. Too many strikes and you're kicked out. Day to day you'll mostly be pair programming and working on projects with a partner. There is homework every night which can take anywhere from 30 minutes to 4-5 hours. After a long day of work, you have more work.
You can pay all tuition upfront, all when you have a job, or a split. If you do not pay all upfront (most people do not) there is another strike system to prove you're looking for jobs appropriately. Similar to above, too many strikes and you'll owe them the unpaid amount. Honestly, this is good. It aligns incentives, holds you accountable, and gives you support. - RyanGraduate • 16-Week Software Engineering Program • San FranciscoVerified by LinkedInJul 21, 2020Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob AssistanceN/A
Extremely valuable experience for beginners
App Academy is going to be tough, as it is a very fast paced full time program. On top of the fast pace, there will be about 6 assessments spread out during the first 12 weeks of the program. Failing two will get you kicked out. If you're worried by any of these things, don't be. Despite the pacing of the curriculum, and the graded assessments, App Academy and their instructors make sure to teach you everything you need to ensure your success. I would highly recommend App Academy to anyo...App Academy is going to be tough, as it is a very fast paced full time program. On top of the fast pace, there will be about 6 assessments spread out during the first 12 weeks of the program. Failing two will get you kicked out. If you're worried by any of these things, don't be. Despite the pacing of the curriculum, and the graded assessments, App Academy and their instructors make sure to teach you everything you need to ensure your success. I would highly recommend App Academy to anyone who is dedicated to the grind. - Ara BaghdassarianFullstack Developer • Graduate • 16-Week Software Engineering Program • San FranciscoVerified by LinkedInJul 20, 2020Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Thirsty? Drink from the firehose!
They repeatedly mentioned that the curriculum is like drinking from a firehose-- they were not wrong, it was grueling and they cram what feels like years worth of material in mere weeks. Do not take it lightly and be prepared to devote everything you have for the long haul. The field of software development is an entire universe you could travel through your whole life and still not have touched everything. a/A's curriculum does a great job of navigating you through that universe and giv...They repeatedly mentioned that the curriculum is like drinking from a firehose-- they were not wrong, it was grueling and they cram what feels like years worth of material in mere weeks. Do not take it lightly and be prepared to devote everything you have for the long haul. The field of software development is an entire universe you could travel through your whole life and still not have touched everything. a/A's curriculum does a great job of navigating you through that universe and giving you a core understanding which can/must be built on. Bottom line: four months ago I didn't know what web development was, today I can actually build a website from scratch using in demand technologies.
Also curriculum aside be aware that they are very demanding when it comes to feedback on your end. Expect to fill out reports for how things went/are going every. single. damn. day. This sucked and was probably my least favorite part of the course. Also for what it is worth the company compass is pointed progressive/politically correct with a silent but strong undertow of legal conservatism. - Alan LiStudent • 24-Week Online Software Engineering Program (Full Time) • OnlineVerified by GitHubJul 10, 2020Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Awesome Experience
I had an awesome time at App Academy learning everything from square one. I honestly struggled with the concepts of programming. I went through a number of online platforms to learn JavaScript such as Code Academy, Udemy, Udacity and no one taught JavaScript as well as App Academy did. They really drill you with the fundamentals. Though it can be stressful at times, I really value what App Academy tries to do instill in their students. There were some rough spots with the curriculum, but...I had an awesome time at App Academy learning everything from square one. I honestly struggled with the concepts of programming. I went through a number of online platforms to learn JavaScript such as Code Academy, Udemy, Udacity and no one taught JavaScript as well as App Academy did. They really drill you with the fundamentals. Though it can be stressful at times, I really value what App Academy tries to do instill in their students. There were some rough spots with the curriculum, but the instructors did their best to fill in the gaps, especially about Redux.
App Academy Alumni Outcomes
91%
Employment Rate
80%
Graduation Rate
100,000
Median Salary
Of the students who enroll at App Academy, 80% graduated. 98% of graduates were job-seeking and 91% of job-seeking graduates found in-field employment after 180 days and report a median income of $100,000. Below is the 180 Day Employment Breakdown for 390 graduates included in this report:
180 Day Employment Breakdown
| Description | Percentage |
| Full Time, In-Field Employee | 85.9% |
| Full-time apprenticeship, internship or contract position | 2.6% |
| Short-term contract, part-time position, freelance | N/A |
| Employed out-of-field | N/A |
* These outcomes are not audited by Course Report. In some cases, data is audited by a third party.
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How much does App Academy cost?
App Academy costs around $22,000. On the lower end, some App Academy courses like Self-paced Open Course cost $0.
What courses does App Academy teach?
App Academy offers courses like 16-Week Software Engineering Program, 24-Week Online Software Engineering Program (Full Time), 48-week Online Software Engineering Program (Part Time), 4-week Bootcamp Prep Program and 2 more.
Where does App Academy have campuses?
App Academy has in-person campuses in New York City and San Francisco. App Academy also has a remote classroom so students can learn online.
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App Academy is approved to operate by the California Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education and the New York State Education Department.
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