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Burlington Code Academy
Average Rating4.89
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Burlington Code Academy offers online full-time and part-time web development and UX design bootcamps. In the web development bootcamp, students will learn languages and frameworks including HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, Bootstrap, React, and JQuery, be prepared to work in a real development environment and be provided career support throughout the course. This program includes one-on-one mentoring, a curriculum focused on in-demand skills, portfolio and career development, and connections to the tech community. The Javascript After Hours course is part-time and covers beginner/intermediate Javascript concepts. In the UX design bootcamps, students learn technical practices and processes of designing digital experiences, and work with a real company on a capstone project.
No prior experience is needed to attend, but applicants must have dedication. To apply, prospective students will need to submit an inquiry online, speak with admissions staff, complete a logical assessment, and pass a technical interview.
Burlington Code Academy has a network of teachers, partners, and industry professionals who will assist students every step of the way. The school is also committed to helping accepted students attend by offering tuition discounts, diversity scholarships, and an abundance of helpful resources to help finance this education.
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- Cortney LoganGraduate • OnlineVerified by LinkedInApr 19, 2021Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Amazing Experience
I had always been interested in programming and had been trying to break into the industry on my own without success. I had heard about BCA from a friend and with the online course offering was fortunate enough to attend. The course was challenging and pushed the cohort to learn a lot in a short amount of time, but weekly projects helped solidify the lessons from the week and set benchmarks of what we'd learned. Bob, our instructor, was amazing and kept us moving at a steady pace while k...I had always been interested in programming and had been trying to break into the industry on my own without success. I had heard about BCA from a friend and with the online course offering was fortunate enough to attend. The course was challenging and pushed the cohort to learn a lot in a short amount of time, but weekly projects helped solidify the lessons from the week and set benchmarks of what we'd learned. Bob, our instructor, was amazing and kept us moving at a steady pace while keeping (online) class engaging and interesting. The support we have received through career workshops and 1on1 meetings has been invaluable and will help me for many years to come. I highly recommend BCAs Software Development Bootcamp! - Eric LaMontagneWeb Strategist • Graduate • OnlineVerified by LinkedInFeb 27, 2021Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
UX Design Full-Time Bootcamp
I came to BCA after deciding to take a leap into the tech sector following a decade in non-profit advocacy and leadership. The staff was very understanding of my apprehensions coming into an entirely new field and very supportive in helping me identify transferable skills.
Throughout the course, instructors and staff would always make themselves available to go over questions and provide additional guidance. That said, be prepared to work - you definitely get out what you put in....I came to BCA after deciding to take a leap into the tech sector following a decade in non-profit advocacy and leadership. The staff was very understanding of my apprehensions coming into an entirely new field and very supportive in helping me identify transferable skills.
Throughout the course, instructors and staff would always make themselves available to go over questions and provide additional guidance. That said, be prepared to work - you definitely get out what you put in. For me, this meant 3-4 hours of work per day outside of class, as well as 10 or more hours on the weekends. It paid off though - within two months of finishing the class I landed a great job at an amazing local company earning more than twice my previous total compensation. - Emily ReynoldsCustomer Support Specialist • Graduate • OnlineVerified by LinkedInFeb 01, 2021Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
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Wanted to leave a positive, but balanced review. Burlington Code Academy is great to learn the basics of coding. The curriculum is really good, though not very theoretical. I recommend going further in your education to learn theory (I'm getting my masters in Software Engineering). This is a really good way to test if you have a knack for coding and enjoy it. Bob is great! The career team is wonderful. I would say they promise a little high, if you are a woman especially, you won't come ...Wanted to leave a positive, but balanced review. Burlington Code Academy is great to learn the basics of coding. The curriculum is really good, though not very theoretical. I recommend going further in your education to learn theory (I'm getting my masters in Software Engineering). This is a really good way to test if you have a knack for coding and enjoy it. Bob is great! The career team is wonderful. I would say they promise a little high, if you are a woman especially, you won't come out of the bootcamp with an immediate job for 60k, but you will be able to break into the field. Also, the alumni network is super helpful. - Nick CastleSoftware Developer • Graduate • Software Development Bootcamp • BurlingtonVerified by LinkedInJan 25, 2021Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Amazing Opportunity
After graduating from college with a Computer Science degree, I struggled to find a job in my field. In college there never seemed to be one focus, one thing that I continued to build upon and get better and better at. About 6 months later I came across Burlington Code Academy, signed up for the course and got going. It wasn't until taking the bootcamp that I truly found my passion for coding and development.
The team was extremely welcoming, supportive and knowledgable. If I need...After graduating from college with a Computer Science degree, I struggled to find a job in my field. In college there never seemed to be one focus, one thing that I continued to build upon and get better and better at. About 6 months later I came across Burlington Code Academy, signed up for the course and got going. It wasn't until taking the bootcamp that I truly found my passion for coding and development.
The team was extremely welcoming, supportive and knowledgable. If I needed any support, there was always someone there to help immediately, be it the instructor of my course, or a teaching assistant. If I had any issues outside of code, everyone was always understanding and willing to help in any way possible. I can't forget to mention the really great career coach that helps everyone revise their resumes, prepare for the job search, helps with negotiating strategies, cover letters, etc. It was a really amazing experience that I will never forget and I came out of it with the skills to actually land a job in software development. I also came out on the other side with a few things that I didn't entirely expect, like new friends, connections, and some good laughs.
Even coming from having a Computer Science background, I still found the bootcamp extremely beneficial. This is a course for anyone who wants to learn how to code in an efficient manner and is willing to put in the time, effort, and sometime struggles to get the results. 
Paul PhelpsTechnical Writer, Software Development • Student • Software Development Bootcamp • BurlingtonVerified by GitHubJan 22, 2021Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob AssistanceN/AAbsolutely Amazing.
Burlington Code Academy helped me do what I thought was literally impossible. After growing increasingly disenfranchised with my previous manual labor job of 5 years, I finally made the decision to change. One phone call with Alex and I knew right away that this is what I wanted to do.
The entire time through the program, I felt encouraged and valued for my input. The pace is great, the instructors are great, the staff is great. If you're tired of your current career, Burlington C...Burlington Code Academy helped me do what I thought was literally impossible. After growing increasingly disenfranchised with my previous manual labor job of 5 years, I finally made the decision to change. One phone call with Alex and I knew right away that this is what I wanted to do.
The entire time through the program, I felt encouraged and valued for my input. The pace is great, the instructors are great, the staff is great. If you're tired of your current career, Burlington Code Academy is the best alternative. Thanks BCA!- Krista HarderGraduate • UX Design Bootcamp • BurlingtonVerified by LinkedInJan 05, 2021Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
UX Design Bootcamp
I just graduated from the UX design bootcamp at Burlington Code Academy, and it’s incredible to think how much I’ve learned over the course of this program. I came into this with an English degree, some administrative experience, and virtually no knowledge of UX, and now I feel confident as I begin my job search as a UX designer.
Rick Machanic, the teacher of the program, is amazing. As someone who has been in the field of UX for over 20 years and started his own...I just graduated from the UX design bootcamp at Burlington Code Academy, and it’s incredible to think how much I’ve learned over the course of this program. I came into this with an English degree, some administrative experience, and virtually no knowledge of UX, and now I feel confident as I begin my job search as a UX designer.
Rick Machanic, the teacher of the program, is amazing. As someone who has been in the field of UX for over 20 years and started his own successful design agency, he brought invaluable insight into the mind of a hiring manager and a vast knowledge of the UX process. He always went above and beyond for us, whether that meant offering mock interviews or giving detailed feedback on our work. We also had Collin Hadley, our incredible TA, who constantly pushed us and inspired us. He hosted evening workshops to teach us more about Figma, the design software that we used, and other UX topics.
The best part of this program was the 9-week capstone project, which allowed us to work on a real project with a real client. We worked in teams of 4 to redesign our clients’ websites, culminating in a capstone presentation of the full process. This experience was invaluable because it forced us to figure things out as we went along (with helpful guidance from Rick and Collin, of course!). It gave us experience in every step of the design process, from research to mockups, and exponentially increased our skills in Figma. It also provided great practice for soft skills like teamwork, presenting, and working together remotely; while I was a bit nervous about the remote aspect at first, I ended up really enjoying it, and it was a great way to explore different online collaborative tools like Invision.
On top of the capstone project, we also had daily lessons, worked on our personal websites, and redesigned an app. Every Thursday, we had a Lunch and Learn speaker who talked to us about their experiences in the field and answered our questions. We also gained access to a network of BCA alumni. We were only the second cohort of this program, so there’s still some room for improvement in terms of the structure of the course, but BCA constantly asked for our feedback so that each new cohort will be even better than the one before it.
I learned so much in such a short amount of time and I’m so, so grateful to BCA for giving me this opportunity to enter this exciting and growing field. Before this, I felt so stuck in my career path, but now I have so many more opportunities and I can’t wait to start applying. - Anthony FigueroaGraduate • UX Design Bootcamp • BurlingtonVerified by LinkedInDec 29, 2020Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
BCA UX/UI Bootcamp
I can't recommend this course enough to people either interested in UX/UI or looking for a career change. Everything about this experience was incredible. Not only do you get tons of help and aid throughout the course, but the end project is an actual job that has you walking away with actual work experience. Of course, the best part of the course is the instructor - Rick Machanic. He's genuinely and profoundly interested in getting people into and prepared for this industry. That being ...I can't recommend this course enough to people either interested in UX/UI or looking for a career change. Everything about this experience was incredible. Not only do you get tons of help and aid throughout the course, but the end project is an actual job that has you walking away with actual work experience. Of course, the best part of the course is the instructor - Rick Machanic. He's genuinely and profoundly interested in getting people into and prepared for this industry. That being said, it is definitely a bootcamp - meaning it ramps up to be pretty intense near the end. However, no matter how rough or stressful it gets, you have access to constant aid and feedback from Rick and the TA Collin Hadley. You can start from knowing absolutely nothing about UX and you will end up with work experience under your belt, and a vast array of tools, people, and advice to aid you in the job search. This course essentially changed the trajectory of my life, so I can't say enough good things about it. - Sara RitterChemist and Full Stack Web Developer • Graduate • Software Development Bootcamp • BurlingtonVerified by LinkedInMay 07, 2020Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Burlington Code Academy Bootcamp Review
Applying for admission with BCA and completing their 12 week bootcamp was one of the best professional decisions I have ever made. It took almost two years for me to be able to make the transition to leave my current career even temporarily, and make the family time work to be able to complete the course. Once I was admitted to the program the leadership kept me informed and welcomed me into whatever course I was able to attend. I was able to complete this spring 2020 bootcamp, which was...Applying for admission with BCA and completing their 12 week bootcamp was one of the best professional decisions I have ever made. It took almost two years for me to be able to make the transition to leave my current career even temporarily, and make the family time work to be able to complete the course. Once I was admitted to the program the leadership kept me informed and welcomed me into whatever course I was able to attend. I was able to complete this spring 2020 bootcamp, which was a challenge for everyone since we needed to move from an in-person format to completely online. Our instructor and director of education made the transition as pain free as it could have been, with extra hours dedicated for teaching assistance and learning extra skills needed to work and collaborate remotely. It is hard and feels painful at times, but you will be so proud of what you can accomplish. Burlington Code Academy is committed to building a foundation of new developers with the skills and best practices to move forward and I encourage anyone making the decision to go for it! - Josh DownsWeb Developer / TA • Graduate • Software Development Bootcamp • BurlingtonVerified by LinkedInMay 04, 2020Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
A great experience that continues to help me move forward
As a career changer, jumping into a course like this was a bit scary, and definitely a huge risk. Quitting my job, dropping a decent sum of money, and not working for three months is a big ask when you have kids, but the folks over at BCA were always there to help, and figure out ways to make it happen. They have been incredibly supportive of me from the beginning, and even now, two weeks out of the course being over they are still working with everyone to find jobs, continue learning,...As a career changer, jumping into a course like this was a bit scary, and definitely a huge risk. Quitting my job, dropping a decent sum of money, and not working for three months is a big ask when you have kids, but the folks over at BCA were always there to help, and figure out ways to make it happen. They have been incredibly supportive of me from the beginning, and even now, two weeks out of the course being over they are still working with everyone to find jobs, continue learning, or just chat if the need presents itself. The course was fast paced, challenging, and loaded with information. I really enjoyed the projects we covered, and I felt like they solidified a lot of the concepts we were learning in the course. This was especially apparent with the capstone project. Being able to work with real world clients on real problems was huge, and gave me a solid footing when jumping into this new career path. I can't express how happy I am that I took this course, and would recommend it over and over again! - BrookGraduate • Software Development Bootcamp • BurlingtonVerified by GitHubApr 29, 2020Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
What a great bootcamp!
I am a very non-traditional coder. Think female and old enough to be most coders mom's best friend. I wanted to move into a job that offered more pay and more flexibility. I looked at a variety of online and out of state options but settled on BCA for a couple of reasons. 1. I know people who went through the course and have found work they like. 2. After talking with Alex, BCA's COO, about ageism and sexism in the tech I was reassured that they have also been thinking about these thi...I am a very non-traditional coder. Think female and old enough to be most coders mom's best friend. I wanted to move into a job that offered more pay and more flexibility. I looked at a variety of online and out of state options but settled on BCA for a couple of reasons. 1. I know people who went through the course and have found work they like. 2. After talking with Alex, BCA's COO, about ageism and sexism in the tech I was reassured that they have also been thinking about these things and working with their hiring partners to address them. 3. BCA works with both Vermont's Department of Labor and Student Assistance Corp. to help defray the cost of the course.
They are quality through and through. Halfway through our course, coronavirus hit and we had to go online. BCA did everything they could to make the switch as smooth as possible while keeping up the level of instruction.
BCA is quite responsive - if you need help they can help you find help, from the instructors to the TA's to past students who volunteer to tutor to an active "help" channel on slack, you can get answers.
In addition to the coding, BCA contracts with a local career coach, Etienne Morris, linkedin.com/in/etiennemorris who helped us get our resumes polished, informational interviews set up and how to negotiate wtih potential employers.
Finally, while I can't guarantee that every cohort will be filled with students as wonderful as mine was, your fellow students are inspiring. - Anis MemonGraduate • Software Development Bootcamp • BurlingtonVerified by LinkedInApr 28, 2020Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Software Development Bootcamp
12-week course in full-stack development (JavaScript, HTML, CSS, Express, React, MongoDB and Firebase). 9am-5pm five days a week with 8 weekend projects plus a month-long capstone project that addresses specific needs of real groups in the community.
BCA provides an excellent foundation in JavaScript and web development, with plenty of practice in front-end and back-end design. While there is no coding prerequisite for the course, it is very rigorous and BCA highly recommends taking s...12-week course in full-stack development (JavaScript, HTML, CSS, Express, React, MongoDB and Firebase). 9am-5pm five days a week with 8 weekend projects plus a month-long capstone project that addresses specific needs of real groups in the community.
BCA provides an excellent foundation in JavaScript and web development, with plenty of practice in front-end and back-end design. While there is no coding prerequisite for the course, it is very rigorous and BCA highly recommends taking some time to get familiar with the three main languages they teach before joining the course. The weekend projects really help solidify the material covered, and the lengthy capstone projects, which are real projects submitted by local organizations, pull everything together in meaningful and unpredictable ways.
The instructors and support staff are outstanding: clear, detailed, and always available to assist.
There are weekly career workshops and exposure to local hiring partners, plus one-on-one career and resume counselling with a brilliant, caring mind in the field. The demo day at the end of the course brings in hiring partners as well as other area development organizations to see the capstone presentations and get better acquainted with each of the student teams.
The coding foundation they provide is thorough and meaningful, but is only part of what BCA offers: their goal is to grow the local talent pool and make the community aware of how developers can help to enrich and expand the way businesses and organizations operate. BCA is about developing coders who are an integral part of the community. - Lee PetersStudent • Software Development Bootcamp • BurlingtonVerified by LinkedInApr 24, 2020Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Student
I can't say enough good things about my experience at the Burlington Code Academy. At 31 years old I decided to leave a very comfortable sales job at a great company to pursue a new career in coding and haven't looked back. The curriculum is very thorough and cutting edge with an emphasis on helping students learn highly marketable skills like React and working with APIs. BCA instructors Bob and Josh were truly invested in my cohort's success in the workforce - this was evidenced by thei...I can't say enough good things about my experience at the Burlington Code Academy. At 31 years old I decided to leave a very comfortable sales job at a great company to pursue a new career in coding and haven't looked back. The curriculum is very thorough and cutting edge with an emphasis on helping students learn highly marketable skills like React and working with APIs. BCA instructors Bob and Josh were truly invested in my cohort's success in the workforce - this was evidenced by their tireless commitment to education, we never moved on from a topic until each and every student felt comfortable with the material which is probably a rare quality in bootcamps. I was also surprised to see that BCA instructors including TAs were often available during off hours which made me feel all the more supported. Also kudos to BCA's career coaching program which was such an asset to the cohort - this included 1:1 resume workshops, weekly lunch and learns on topics like networking, and negotiation workshops. Speaking of lunch and learns, BCA stuff also went above and beyond in terms of connecting students with prospective employers - this included weekly seminars from members of the tech community as well as facilitating networking during our capstone project. Would recommend BCA without hesitation to anyone seeking to make the move to a career in coding.
Burlington Code Academy Alumni Outcomes
93%
Employment Rate
100%
Graduation Rate
78,250
Median Salary
Of the students who enroll at Burlington Code Academy, 100% graduated. 70% of graduates were job-seeking and 93% of job-seeking graduates found in-field employment after 180 days and report a median income of $78,250. Below is the 180 Day Employment Breakdown for 14 graduates included in this report:
180 Day Employment Breakdown
| Description | Percentage |
| Full Time, In-Field Employee | 50.0% |
| Full-time apprenticeship, internship or contract position | 7.1% |
| Short-term contract, part-time position, freelance | N/A |
| Employed out-of-field | N/A |
Notes and Caveats
View our outcomes report here: https://www.burlingtoncodeacademy.com/2018-outcomes-report/
* These outcomes are not audited by Course Report. In some cases, data is audited by a third party.
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Burlington Code Academy Alumni Reviews Summary
Overall Experience
4.9
Instructors
4.9
Curriculum
4.6
Job Assistance
4.7
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Guarantees Job
Job Assistance
Includes Housing
Offers Corporate Training
Accepts GI Bill
Licensing
Burlington Code Academy meets all licensing requirements in the State of Vermont.
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FAQs
How much does Burlington Code Academy cost?
Burlington Code Academy costs around $9,950. On the lower end, some Burlington Code Academy courses like JavaScript After Hours (Part-Time) cost $3,950.
What courses does Burlington Code Academy teach?
Burlington Code Academy offers courses like JavaScript After Hours (Part-Time) , Software Development Bootcamp, UX Design Bootcamp.
Where does Burlington Code Academy have campuses?
Burlington Code Academy teaches students Online in a remote classroom.
Is Burlington Code Academy worth it?
The data says yes! In 2018, Burlington Code Academy reported a 100% graduation rate, a median salary of $78,250, and 93% of Burlington Code Academy alumni are employed.
Is Burlington Code Academy legit?
We let alumni answer that question. 46 Burlington Code Academy alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed Burlington Code Academy and rate their overall experience a 4.89 out of 5.
Does Burlington Code Academy offer scholarships or accept the GI Bill?
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You can read 46 reviews of Burlington Code Academy on Course Report! Burlington Code Academy alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed Burlington Code Academy and rate their overall experience a 4.89 out of 5.
Is Burlington Code Academy accredited?
Burlington Code Academy meets all licensing requirements in the State of Vermont.