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Code Fellows

Average Rating4.49
228 Reviews
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Code Fellows is a technical skills training academy in the Pacific Northwest that offers full- and part-time software development, ops and cybersecurity courses online and in-person from their Seattle, Washington location. Code Fellows guides people from all backgrounds to change their lives through fast-paced, career-focused education. Since their first cohort in 2013, Code Fellows has taught over 1,600 graduates and iterated on their curriculum and format to ensure ...

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  • Stephen Levesque
    Student • Code 401: Advanced Software Development in Java with SpringMVC & Android (Full-Time, Online) • Online
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    Jun 24, 2023
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    Great School!

    This 6 month bootcamp took me from not knowing how to write a single line of code in HTML or CSS, to creating a full-stack mobile  trivia application that talks to ChatGPT through the OpenAI API!! So, I would say I've come a long way. You also meet great people along the way that will help you get a job! Highly recommend for anyone looking to get into the business!
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  • Tyler Housden
    Student • Ops 201: Foundations of Computer Operations (Full-Time, Online) • Online
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    Mar 08, 2023
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    Great Experience

    Found codefellows through the vettec program. After trying a previous course I was hesitant, but glad I made the decision to enroll. The ops course builds your IT knowledge with a good foundation and adds on top of that each day. Would recommend to anyone looking to start a career in IT.
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  • Dylan Dempsey
    Student • Student • Ops 201: Foundations of Computer Operations (Full-Time, Online) • Online
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    Mar 07, 2023
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    A worthy Investment

    If you are looking for a cyber security boot camp, this is it. You may stop your search! I was someone seeking a boot camp just as you are and came across Code Fellows. I can’t believe all that I have learned just in the first couple of months. I am someone who has no prior IT experience and have made leaps and bounds in progress, such as learning how to take control of your home network, running virtual machines, RDP, and entry level scripting. I would highly recommend Code Fellows!
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  • Ademola Olatunbosun
    Ademola Olatunbosun
    Student • Ops 201: Foundations of Computer Operations (Full-Time, Online) • Online
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    Mar 04, 2023
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    Excellent bootchamp

    Cybersecurity at code fellows is one of the best in town. I have learnt a lot about cybersecurity, I have learn a lot about computers overall, I don't have background in IT, but I can tell you know, I can do a lot of computing now. I recommend this program for everyone. The instructor , course curriculum is excellent, once again the instructor are well knowledgeable.
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  • Harper Foley
    Full-Stack Software Engineer • Graduate • Code 401: Advanced Software Development in Python (Full-Time, In-Person) • Seattle
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    Feb 25, 2023
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    Worth Every Minute

    I highly recommend Code Fellows to anyone looking to starting learning software development. I initially tried learning on my own, but I would always run into some road block that I couldn't surmount and would lose interest. When I finally took the leap and committed to the full time student program I did not run into any of those roadblocks, or if I did, I had the extremely talented staff and TAs there to help me resolve my issue.  Though the course if long, 6 months in all if you start...
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  • Cody De La Torre
    Cody De La Torre
    Test Engineer 1 • Student • Code 401: Advanced Software Development in Python (Full-Time, Online) • Online
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    Feb 24, 2023
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    Tough but Amazing

    Let me start with I was able to secure a job before I even graduated thanks to the skills that Code Fellows gave me. It is a really hard course but it is amazing and worth every second! The instructors are amazing and the lab/ coursework is constantly being updated to industry standard! 
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  • Benjamin Carter
    Benjamin Carter
    N/A • Graduate • Code 401: Advanced Software Development in Python (Full-Time, In-Person) • Seattle
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    Feb 24, 2023
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    The course itself is not progressing

    I attended and graduated from Code Fellows in july 2022. And have had mixed experiences with my job hunt since then. As a school code fellows does a good job of teaching you software development and programming fundamentals. But the courses lack some really important things, like a focused detail on test-driven development, In the classes, this is covered in 2 days with a gentle touch, then you are just expected to do it for every challenge and project from there on out. 

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  • hunter fehr
    hunter fehr
    door dasher • Graduate • Code 401: Advanced Software Development in Full-Stack JavaScript (Full-Time, Online) • Online
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    Feb 22, 2023
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    code fellows rocks

    if you keep a strong mental attitude and are open to stacked learning and how to learn it, this course is great. it will push you to work harder than you have had to but will be rewarding in the end. if you are coming here because you are choosing to pick something and stick to it this is the right school. you are given every tool and resource you need to pass and to further to succeed. you have to put in the work to get the rewards the school will not guarantee you a job but it will giv...
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  • Lewis Benson
    Software Developer • Graduate • Code 401: Advanced Software Development in Full-Stack JavaScript (Full-Time, Online) • Online
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    Feb 03, 2023
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    Life changing experience!

    I started my tech transition from trucker to tech about a month before attending Code Fellows. I learned the basics on my own and was able to test into their 201 program, and attend 301 and 401 full stack JavaScript. I went from little knowledge in technology to a confident full stack developer with the ability to build, troubleshoot and deploy applications. I graduated in Feb of 2023 and I feel confident as I enter the job search.
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  • Raphael Chookagian
    Raphael Chookagian
    Full Stack JavaScript Web Developer • Student • Code 401: Advanced Software Development in Full-Stack JavaScript (Full-Time, Online) • Online
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    Feb 03, 2023
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    401 Full-stack JavaScript Web Development

    Graduation February 2023 - Full-stack JavaScript Web Development. This was a great experience. The work load and speed of lessons can be daunting, but it is worth it! I learned so much within the last 5 months.
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  • Elias Staehle
    Elias Staehle
    Graduate • Code 401: Advanced Software Development in Full-Stack JavaScript (Full-Time, Online) • Online
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    Feb 03, 2023
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    Extremely tough but managable

    Overall I feel like i was very happy with how far i got through this course. I learned a lot of information to the point where i felt like it was almost uneeded to go to college Graduated in 2023
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  • Julian Barker
    Student • Code 401: Advanced Software Development in Full-Stack JavaScript (Full-Time, Online) • Online
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    Feb 03, 2023
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    Great full-stack bootcamp

    Code Fellows is professionally run by people with significant experience in industry. The stacked learning model works well, and they pay a lot of attention to intangibles with respect to the career search, as well as to the coding instruction.
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Code Fellows Alumni Outcomes

98%
Employment Rate
100%
Graduation Rate
72,500
Median Salary
Of the students who enroll at Code Fellows, 100% graduated. 96% of graduates were job-seeking and 98% of job-seeking graduates found in-field employment after 180 days and report a median income of $72,500. Below is the 180 Day Employment Breakdown for 1096 graduates included in this report:
180 Day Employment Breakdown
DescriptionPercentage
Full Time, In-Field Employee81.7%
Full-time apprenticeship, internship or contract position12.1%
Short-term contract, part-time position, freelanceN/A
Employed out-of-fieldN/A
Notes and Caveats
Here are are the details on how we track Employment Data
* These outcomes are not audited by Course Report. In some cases, data is audited by a third party.

Recent Code Fellows News

Jess Feldman
Jess Feldman
Updated October 29, 2020
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Liz Eggleston
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Updated May 02, 2023
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Rachel Meltzer
Rachel Meltzer
Updated April 09, 2024
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Alicia Boddy
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Updated January 11, 2024
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Jess Feldman
Jess Feldman
Updated March 28, 2024
Oh Summer, one of the best seasons of the year! While it s a time to relax, bask in the sun, and plan trips with family and friends, summer is also an awesome time to learn. If you re a current student, teacher, or professional looking to learn to code, a summer bootcamp is a great opportunity to learn to code in a short time frame . Various coding bootcamps offer summer courses to help you launch a new career in tech. Check out the following courses to help you #learntocode this Summer 2024. ...
Imogen Crispe
Imogen Crispe
Updated November 30, 2018
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Lauren Stewart
Lauren Stewart
Updated June 11, 2021
Code Fellows boasts an 80% in-field employment rate and 70k average starting salary, but how exactly is Code Fellows getting graduates into developer jobs? We chatted with their Director of Partner Relations, Elizabeth Scutchfield, and Head of Instruction, Brian Nations, to learn more about the Code Fellows Career Accelerator program, their hiring partner relationships, and how they help grads land roles at Microsoft, Amazon, and Expedia! Q&A Elizabeth, you re the ...
Imogen Crispe
Imogen Crispe
Updated June 29, 2018
Caleb Wells enjoyed solving problems as the manager of a tech support center, but he wanted to be solving deeper technology problems as a software developer. He considered teaching himself, or studying for a computer science degree, but eventually decided to enroll in Code Fellows 20-week coding bootcamp in Seattle. Caleb tells us how Code Fellows helped him land a job as a full stack Software Engineer at Alaska Airlines, how supportive his new team is, and how he learned numerous ...
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Updated July 25, 2017
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Updated July 13, 2023
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Code Fellows Alumni Reviews Summary

Based on 220+ Code Fellows alumni reviews on Course Report, students appreciate the immersive and comprehensive curriculum, particularly in full-stack software development, cybersecurity, and ops courses. Alumni often mention the effectiveness of hands-on project work and the support from experienced instructors. The modular structure and industry-relevant curriculum are particularly appreciated. One reviewer said, "The instructors are fantastic and the curriculum is very well thought out." However, some students noted the fast pace and intensity of the programs, which can be challenging for beginners.
Overall Experience
4.5
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4.6
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4.5
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4.2
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Code Fellows is a private vocational school licensed by the State of Washington. Code Fellows was the first code school in Washington State to be approved by the Veterans Association to receive the GI Bill. Learn more at www.codefellows.org/gi-bill
FAQs

How much does Code Fellows cost?

Code Fellows costs around $12,000. On the lower end, some Code Fellows courses like Ops 101: Explore Ethical Hacking & Cybersecurity Careers (Full-Time, Online) cost $99.

Where does Code Fellows have campuses?

Code Fellows has in-person campuses in Seattle. Code Fellows also has a remote classroom so students can learn online.

Is Code Fellows worth it?

The data says yes! In 2019, Code Fellows reported a 100% graduation rate, a median salary of $72,500, and 98% of Code Fellows alumni are employed.

Is Code Fellows legit?

We let alumni answer that question. 228 Code Fellows alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed Code Fellows and rate their overall experience a 4.49 out of 5.

Does Code Fellows offer scholarships or accept the GI Bill?

Yes, Code Fellows accepts the GI Bill!

Can I read Code Fellows reviews?

You can read 228 reviews of Code Fellows on Course Report! Code Fellows alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed Code Fellows and rate their overall experience a 4.49 out of 5.

Is Code Fellows accredited?

Code Fellows is a private vocational school licensed by the State of Washington. Code Fellows was the first code school in Washington State to be approved by the Veterans Association to receive the GI Bill. Learn more at www.codefellows.org/gi-bill

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