Columbia Engineering Boot Camps Reviews
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Terry Verified via LinkedIn
First cohort FS
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I am part of the first cohort and my experience with the program is overwhelmingly positive. All the staffs are amazing and they tried their best to help me understanding CS even though at times I was just nip-picking on the tiniest details. There are a few things I did not like about the curriculum, like how fast we had to speed through certain topics and how on our second project we were expected to create something to present with the amalgation of knowledge up to that point while still learing new things during class (when we were suppose to be working on the project) and having half the time of our first, argubly easier, project. At the end of the day, I put in about 3 hours daily and sometimes as much as 8 hours trying to learn all I can in CS. The program is amazing but it is not the end point of someone who is trying to start a career in the tech industry, you have to continue to learn on your own even though you might not be able to see the light at the end of the tunnel.
Boot Camp Team of Columbia Engineering Boot Camps
Community Team
Feb 22, 2019
Thank you for your review, Terry! We're thrilled you're having a positive program experience and are benefiting from the support of our team. You are absolutely right that this program is fast paced. Because we cover a wide array of topics in a short amount of time, our curriculum focuses on teaching participants how to learn, providing a high-level, hands-on understanding, with the goal of individuals expanding their knowledge of these complex concepts outside of class. We're always working to optimize our course material, so we appreciate your feedback. We commend all your hours of hard work thus far and wish you continued success! -
Jean-Luc Antoine Saint-Fleur
AI Bootcamp Alumni
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As someone of Haitian descent, I’ve always been deeply connected to my roots and passionate about problem-solving for communities like Haiti and the broader Caribbean. Our region is rich in culture, history, and resilience, but we’ve also faced systemic challenges that have slowed our growth. I firmly believe that AI can be a game-changer in accelerating progress, modernizing infrastructure, and creating sustainable solutions. That’s why I chose to pursue Columbia Engineering’s AI Boot Camp—I wanted to gain the technical skills needed to be part of that transformation.This program was more than just an academic experience; it was a journey of collaboration and discovery. I had the privilege of learning alongside an incredibly diverse group of classmates, each bringing their unique perspectives, experiences, and ambitions to the table. The questions they asked during discussions pushed me to think critically, and working on projects with smart, kind, and driven teammates reinforced how powerful teamwork can be. We weren’t just coding—we were learning from one another, sharing ideas, and expanding our understanding of AI’s potential in different industries and communities.The instructional team was outstanding. The professor and TAs were always there to provide guidance, ensuring that we truly understood the concepts, not just memorized them. Their support made a challenging program feel achievable, and I deeply appreciate their dedication to our growth.To anyone considering this boot camp, my advice is simple: do it. The world is moving fast, and AI is shaping the future in ways we can’t ignore. If you have a vision for change—whether in business, healthcare, education, or social impact—AI can help bring it to life. For me, it’s about using machine learning to help propel Haiti and the Caribbean forward, giving our people access to the tools and technology that can create real, lasting progress. Our culture is one of strength, resilience, and innovation, and I want to be part of the movement that ensures we thrive in the 21st century.This program has given me the foundation to contribute to that mission, and I’m excited for what comes next. -
Josephine Robideau
Exceeded almost every expectation
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My overall experience from start to finish was very exciting. The bootcamp is challenging, and it will push you, but you’ll never look back and regret it. The first couple weeks for me were the hardest, mostly due to the learning curve (I had zero professional experience in tech), but I really feel that the beginning was the most uncertain and uncomfortable time for me. Yes, the bootcamp was difficult till the end, but at that point I knew I could do it, it was just a matter of persevering and problem solving. I talked with many colleagues and fellow students going through the bootcamp alongside me, and the overall thoughts were that the bootcamp is very fast, they push you hard, harder than some people like to be pushed and, they/we wished we had more of a heads up on how much they expect right off the bat (we had two weeks to get a solid grasp of python and then moved on to implementing it in code with other programs and learning libraries - which can also be challenging to learn), along with the thoughts that we weren’t warned how much time we’d need to dedicate to studying and learning everything. Lots of people had full time jobs and families, which I heard and can imagine was very difficult to balance. Even students not currently employed or raising children had a hard time keeping up with everything new being thrown at us (keep in mind this is the “part time” 6 month bootcamp). I strongly would recommend learning python online or through other resources before the bootcamp. A solid month or two (even a week or so would be helpful) would make a huge difference and allow to you to start off a little smoother. If you’ve got time learning the math behind some algorithms would be beneficial to wrap your head around the overall picture, though not necessary. If you are looking to brush up on some math or learn some, linear algebra is probably the most useful/applicable one, as well as statistics and lastly, calculus.
Learning statistical terms and definitions would also be a huge help, even if you don’t get into the exact math. When it comes to resources, I would look ahead of time for good resources so you have some ideas of where to look once bootcamp starts for extra help and/or additional ways that the information you’re learning can be explained and simplified or expanded on. I would utilize all the wonderful TAs with any questions, concerns, curiosity, or issues of any kind. I think some of the TAs could have been more helpful in certain modules, but there will always be someone to help if one person isn’t exactly sure how to answer your questions or help you out. That’s where it comes in handy to get to know each TA and their strengths and weaknesses. The slack is a great way to connect with peers, make new connections, and help each other out. The tutoring sessions included with the bootcamp can be a good resource, but I was honestly pretty disappointed with the lack of knowledge the tutors had. Plus, most of them were in a completely different time zone (ex. Africa), leaving the only quick option of having tutoring at 3am to get help with something. In the beginning I tried a session with most of the tutors, if not all to see who I trusted the most to steer me in the right direction, and stuck with them most of the bootcamp. I also had a couple backup tutors in case one wasn’t available, as well as contact information for quick questions.
Another approach would be to have an outside tutor, not related to the school setup ahead of time to ensure you have someone that can help. Even starting some sessions before the bootcamp to get some of the basics down would be fantastic.
I will openly say, there were some faults with the bootcamp, and it’s arguable whether the amount of time given or not should be kept as is, or lengthened. That depends on personal preference, capacity, and the amount of time you can devote. You can always keep reviewing after the bootcamp ends, you have all materials for a year after graduation, but keep in mind you still need to understand enough of the information currently being taught to keep up.
Aside from the things that maybe aren’t so ideal for some people, I overall loved the bootcamp, the instructor, TAs, and support staff. They’re all very supportive, want to see you succeed, and will help as much as possible. It is truly a great experience, one that is also far different from traditional education, and I would highly recommend it to anyone interested. If you’ve read this far about the bootcamp, you’ve done your research, and I can tell you already you’ll do a fantastic job (even though you may not always feel it). Take the chance! Best of luck, and I hope to hear all about your experiences in the slack alumni channel after you graduate!!!
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Chet Flowers
Breaking Into Cybersecurity from Scratch
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Coming from a hospitality background with zero tech experience, I took a big leap into cybersecurity because I wanted a career that’s both challenging and in high demand. After looking at various options, I chose the Columbia Engineering Cybersecurity Boot Camp because of its reputation and in-depth curriculum.
The program is no joke—it’s intense! But it’s also super rewarding. The instructors broke down complex topics in ways even a non-techie like me could grasp. The best part? Meeting a bunch of like-minded people who are all hustling to better themselves. Plus, you get to learn some seriously cool stuff—hacking, defense strategies, all the fun cyber tools—and it makes the hard work enjoyable.
If you’re thinking about joining, here’s my tip: prep ahead of time. Getting familiar with the material before class really takes the edge off and keeps you from feeling overwhelmed. Stay organized, connect with your classmates, and dive into the content—you’ll come out the other side with new skills, a solid network, and the confidence to kickstart your cybersecurity career.
Get ready to learn, connect, and have a blast while leveling up your career—trust me, you won’t regret it! -
Arsalan Ansari
Best decision ever!
I recently graduated from the full time full stack coding boot camp at Columbia university. Going into it I had 0 experience of computer science, anxious about the future if I end up wasting my money. I’m glad I took it because it’s the right career path for me! I enjoy coding and am looking forward to working in this field, the bootcamp went at a great pace with our instructors helping a lot. -
Alex Vega
Great experience with Columbia Engineering Bootcamp
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I'm glad I decided to invest in my education with Columbia Engineering and the Bootcamp for Full Stack Web Development. The course, while fast-paced, covers all of the topics necessary to introduce you to the coding world and prepare you with the skills to continue your education and secure jobs post-completion. The teaching and support staff were all super responsive and very helpful. I definitely recommend this course to anyone interested in diving into coding in well organised setting. -
Xing Ying Chen
Columbia Engineering Data Bootcamp
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I recently graduated from the Columbia Engineering Data Bootcamp, and it's been life-changing. Before joining, I had zero coding experience and low expectations, but now I'm confident in coding and excited about my career path as a data analyst.
The instructor was a standout – patient and skilled at explaining complex concepts to beginners like me. Hands-on projects and homework boosted my confidence and practical skills. I'm now certain about pursuing a data analyst career.
While my experience was great, more networking opportunities could enhance the program. Overall, if you're hesitant about coding, Columbia's Bootcamp is a game-changer. It's transformed me, and I'm ready for an exciting career in data analysis, all thanks to this incredible program. -
Valeriya Kim
A real FULL Full-Stack Web Development Bootcamp
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My journey with Columbia Engineering Bootcamp started in 2021 when I decided to make a career change and started looking into programs that would offer a well written curriculum, reasonable tuition fee and a certification of completion - those were my main criteria.
I got in touch with their admission office and got all the information and then it took me almost another year to prepare both mentally and financially to sign the contract and be ready to spend most of my time studying. I liked that the admission officer wasn't pushy and patiently provided every single detail I requested without setting the deadlines or any "last chance" manipulations. At the same time they've been checking on me from time to time to see if I needed more information. I'd say that was one the reasons I chose them over other bootcamps.
Once I signed the papers and completed the payment (they also offer payment plans), I started receiving step by step instructions on how to setup my computer to install all the necessary software and create a GitHub account and that alone was pretty exciting already! I was contacted by one of the assistants that answered all my questions and helped with any technical difficulties I had. By the time the course started I was fully ready and prepared to dive in!
The program was pretty intense from the very beginning so I was glad I went working part-time so I could focus on learning and make my time and money worth it. My instructor was great, has a lot of experience as a dev and instructor, TAs were very responsive as well, I appreciate how they were trying to help by guiding you towards the solution rather than giving you a straight answer, that's a very important skill for a teacher and a valuable part of learning process for a student. Whenever I was working on my weekly assessment if I needed immediate help at midnight, student support chat was available to provide resources or a few hints on how to approach my problem.
There were a few times when we have substitute instructors and I loved it because I got to talk to other devs with decades of experience and ask for some tips and advice. And it's also very inspiring to be taught by people who chose to do programming for years and have a lot to teach you.
Career center also was helpful by organizing workshops, seminars and events to learn about hiring process in tech industry, how to prepare for interviews, tailor your resume for specific companies and what to expect once you're out there. So that's a great way to prepare yourself for job hunting as well.
Overall, I had a great learning experience, our manager always made sure no questions or concerns go unanswered which was very encouraging and motivating, and I definitely was able to build a solid foundation to keep honing my programming skills!
I did have to remind myself that this is a bootcamp not a degree program so there's only so much you can learn in a span of 6 months but since you really enjoy programming, it is only natural to take the continuation course and be ready to apply for a job. Once you have your foundation it becomes more challenging but also much more fun to learn more and be able to build something that people might want to use, and that feels very rewarding and motivating!
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Theo Pappas
Great experience!
The Columbia Engineering sponsored Coding Bootcamp was a great experience. The curriculum was very up-to-date with the latest technologies available to Full Stack Coders. It was actually pretty surprising that the instructors were so proficient and knowledgeable about stuff that was so new. The support staff was also excellent.Boot Camp Team of Columbia Engineering Boot Camps
Community Team
Mar 31, 2023
Thanks for your review, Theo. We're thrilled to hear that you benefited from the extensive support provided by our team. It makes us proud to know that they were able to provide you with the assistance and guidance you needed during this challenging journey. We wish you the very best in your future endeavors. -
Linkhon Hasan
Fantastic Certification Program
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I chose to enroll in the program after finishing my AS in computer science, and graduated with a plethora of in-depth knowledge about industry standards and legacy technologies. The teaching, support and the career staffs are phenomenal and has helped me kick start my career as a professional software developer. Highly recommend to anyone thinking of taking the plunge, as the program provides long term post-graduation support and benefits as well.Boot Camp Team of Columbia Engineering Boot Camps
Community Team
Feb 10, 2023
Thanks for your review, Linkhon. We're thrilled to hear that you benefited from the extensive support provided by our team. It makes us proud to know that they were able to provide you with the support you needed during this challenging journey. We wish you the very best in your future endeavors. -
Kabir Faisal
Glad I took this course with Columbia
I am a automation test engineer and had some knowledge in c# and JavaScript. But I wanted to move towards developer engineering. So I was glad that I found the right spot to expend my knowledge. Even though it was a really as a Fast-paced, I was able to learn Node.js, data structure, React, HTML, CSS and many more with the latest tool.Boot Camp Team of Columbia Engineering Boot Camps
Community Team
Feb 10, 2023
It's terrific to hear that you enjoyed the boot camp curriculum, as we constantly review and update our materials so that our students are learning the most relevant and in-demand skills based on their local job market. We wish you nothing but the best as you continue on your web development journey! -
Ray Andronaco
Full Stack Web Development
The instruction staff was all very helpful and friendly. They took the time to meet with you during office hours and help fix any lingering issues you might have head. They were all encouraging during lectures for what was truly a demanding course. The course was fast paced but I learned a ton that I think will be helpful in my careerBoot Camp Team of Columbia Engineering Boot Camps
Community Team
Aug 04, 2022
Amazing, Ray! Our entire instructional team is truly passionate about enabling learner success so we're happy to hear this resonated with you. Congratulations on successfully completing the boot camp! We truly appreciate your review and are rooting you on in all your future coding endeavors. -
Julio Meza
Data Analytics
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I will definitely recommend the Bootcamp to anybody that is willing to sacrifice their weekends and weeknights in order to learn Data Analytics. The time invested is definitely worth it.
If you have some previous experience with Python, SQL, JavaScript and Pandas, you will definitely love the Bootcamp. It teaches you so many things, that you will hope it never ends.
But, if you don't have any previous coding experience, you will still learn a lot of things, but make sure to force yourself to 'REST'. Your brain will receive so much information that you will feel overwhelm, so as long as you practice some kind of breathing techniques or rest or meditation (or perhaps all of them), you should be good. Is only 6 months.
I definitely wish everyone has access to such a High Quality education as this Bootcamp. The professor, the teaching assistances, the coach, everyone is there to help you succeed.
Worth the money, worth the time.Boot Camp Team of Columbia Engineering Boot Camps
Community Team
Jun 09, 2022
We appreciate you sharing your boot camp journey, Julio! We're happy you were able to learn the fundamentals of data analytics and enjoyed the curriculum. Great advice for prospective learners — ensuring you give yourself ample time to reset and meditate throughout the boot camp can be beneficial. Congratulations on successfully finishing the course! Best of luck moving forward. -
Giovanni Bottone
Data Analytics Bootcamp
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This is a tremendous opportunity; however, it’s unbelievably difficult to learn at the scheduled pace unless you’re willing to dedicate 15-20+ hours/week studying. The staff is very knowledgeable and always willing to help, but each language gets 1-3 weeks before moving onto the next. (Meaning you may spend 2 classes on a programming language, then immediately move on to a new language.)
If you’re working full time, make sure you can allocate 15-20+ hours/week to study, otherwise you’ll struggle to learn the material. A multitude of languages are covered, but the pace is very fast and can seem overwhelming.
If you have the time & the discipline, this is a great opportunity to learn the first steps of multiple coding languages, but you will not develop an in-depth understanding of any language without putting extra time and effort in.
An interesting bonus is job assistance post graduation. Initially, you’ll meet with a career coach to help you prepare your resume, LinkedIn, GitHub, etc. to be ‘employer ready’ or ‘employer competitive.’ In the final month of the bootcamp, you’ll meet with the next career coach who will guide you through job searching. Also, there are multiple informational sessions throughout the bootcamp normally in the afternoon or evening.
Again, if you’re willing to dedicate 15-20+ hours a week on top of classes and office hours, this is a good opportunity. If you’re not, you will not learn as much as you should, and you’ll likely fall behind on school work.Boot Camp Team of Columbia Engineering Boot Camps
Community Team
Jun 09, 2022
Amazing, Giovanni! Like you mentioned, this is a fast-paced and rigorous course that will require extensive time both inside and outside of the classroom. We couldn't agree more with your advice that you need to be willing to dedicate additional time and hard work in order to truly succeed and understand the material. Great job on utilizing our professional development services and benefiting from the support of our instructional team. Congratulations on completing the boot camp and thank you for your review! All the best in your future data endeavors. -
Jeffrey Blando
Great course
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If you're someone looking to switch career fields like I was, this bootcamp course is an excellent choice. You learn several disciplines of data analytics, from the basics to the advanced. The instructors were great and knowledgeable both on and out of class. What sold me on the program was the career services they offer. Having someone guide me in my resume, linkedin , and github profile rebuilding and walking me through the interview process as well as access to job fairs was definitely a big plus.Boot Camp Team of Columbia Engineering Boot Camps
Community Team
Jun 09, 2022
Incredible, Jeffrey! Thank you for choosing our boot camp to make a significant career change. We're glad you learned a wide range of different technologies and felt supported by our entire instructional team. Great job on taking advantage of all the available resources, including career services. Congratulations on successfully completing the course! Best of luck moving forward. -
SB
It's a commitment but worth it
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I primarily enrolled in this bootcamp to learn more about what my clients' day-to-day looks like from a platform/tech perspective (my clients are digital marketers). The bootcamp staff and instructors do a great job of letting you know up front how much work this bootcamp is but I don't think it I really fully grasped that concept until a few weeks in. If you are not prepared to attend class, fully tune in, and dedicate hours every week to completing assignments, do not take this class. But if you are ready to invest that amount of time in yourself, it is worth it. I'm walking away with a solid understanding of how marketers think, make decisions, what tools they use, and how they progress in their careers. The instructors were incredibly engaging, knowledgable, friendly, and I wouldn't have been able to learn as much on my own. I also enjoyed getting to know my classmates who came from a diverse set of professional backgrounds. Would recommend if you're looking to strengthen your foundational knowledge in digital marketing.Boot Camp Team of Columbia Engineering Boot Camps
Community Team
Feb 24, 2022
Way to go, SB! Thank you for choosing our boot camp to further develop your technical skillset. We're glad you benefited not only from the support of our instructional team but also of your classmates. Like you noted, this is a rigorous course that will require extensive time and hard work so we commend the dedication you committed to your studies. Congratulations on successfully completing the boot camp and thank you for your review! Best of luck in all that you do. -
Piotr Dudek
Columbia Coding Bootcamp - Fantastic Experience
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I'm extremely happy that I took the full-stack coding bootcamp at Columbia University. The program was intense and packed with activities, homework, and projects, but it feels like a well-spent couple of months. After the grind is over, I feel accomplished and much more confident with modern technologies. I just graduated recently, but I will update this review in the future once I find a job. In addition, the teaching staff was great, helpful, and understanding. I met a lot of wonderful people in this program and I hope to stay in touch with them.Boot Camp Team of Columbia Engineering Boot Camps
Community Team
Feb 02, 2021
Way to go, Piotr! Like you noted, this is a rigorous learning experience that requires hard work and dedication to your studies. We're thrilled you enjoyed the boot camp and benefited from the help of our instructional team. Congratulations on successfully completing the course, we appreciate your review! All the best moving forward. -
Devin Nigro
Highly recommend!
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Great course! I couldn't have asked for better teachers in Adam and Julia. The TAs were top-notch and made themselves available to answer questions outside of class at any time. Along with weekly homework assignments, we completed 3 group projects over the course of the bootcamp, which gives you the opportunity to have some serious finished products to be proud of. This course is ideal for someone who comes from a finance background and wants to learn some really useful data analytics skills, with a particular focus on Python, along with an introduction to SQL. The weeks we spent on machine-learning were especially interesting to me and incredibly useful in a wide variety of fields. The section on blockchain provides a great overview of this emerging technology as well. About halfway through the course, we entered nationwide lockdowns due to the COVID-19 pandemic, and the administrators and professors did an excellent job transitioning seamlessly to a virtual format. I genuinely believe that it had little effect on the quality of the bootcamp. I highly recommend this course and instructors.Boot Camp Team of Columbia Engineering Boot Camps
Community Team
Nov 05, 2020
We appreciate your review, Devin! We're glad you found our instructional team to be helpful and encouraging throughout your learning journey—we couldn't agree more that Adam and Julia are pretty fantastic. It's great to know that you not only found the curriculum to be beneficial but also enjoyed working on group projects.
Like you mentioned, your cohort did experience a disruption due to COVID-19 that resulted in your studies transitioning online for the health and safety of all learners. We're happy to hear this unplanned change was delivered successfully and that you benefited from the online format. Congratulations on successfully completing the boot camp and best of luck in all your future endeavors! -
Guy Yaffe Ermoza
Coding Bootcamp
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I came from the army, so the bootcamp was life changing for me. Everyone involved in the bootcamp was the best from the start until the end. The support, the Student Success Managers, the Instructor, TAs, the whole environment is amazing for someone who never did any coding before. The experience was unbelievable! I changed my job for this and I worked hard every night, and it really is a life changing course. I never thought that it would be this good when I started. I really appreciate the staff. I worked with the TA, Justin, and he always put in extra hours to help me learn. It's amazing. I also have to thank David Sison for helping me during the bootcamp. Any time I had questions, you answered them. Any request that I had, you helped me. This is something that I am really thankful for. This bootcamp is not like courses or programs in other places, so I just want to say thank you!Boot Camp Team of Columbia Engineering Boot Camps
Community Team
Sep 11, 2020
Amazing, Guy! We're thrilled to hear the Boot Camp was a life-changing experience for you and that you benefited from the ongoing support of our entire team. We also have to agree that Justin and David are pretty fantastic. Congratulations on successfully completing the Boot Camp, we truly appreciate your review! We wish you all the best in your future endeavors. -
Shiuli Ganguly
Data Analytics
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As I stand at the end of this six month program, I have to say, this program is well planned, flawlessly executed and tightly packed. Even a pandemic could not deter us from a well-marked course. The program gave me a plan made by experts, executed by the brightest minds and supported by a team of mentors and online tutors. When I needed help I found it.
Each unit is planned with activities that grow in complexity. With each activity we get a good sense of the scope of the new topic and it’s many key features. The more a student practices and prepares the more they stand to gain from the program. The assignments are creative, challenging but also familiar from activities in class. The teaching team is not only engaging with the curriculum they point out the data science in the real world in real-time. They teach you how to learn.
In my case, we started the program in February, 2020. A small group of students, some with Mac’s some with PC’s, but each with a curious eye. Within a few weeks we could no longer meet at the campus. The program transitioned to remote learning without missing a beat. Each student got the attention and help they needed to overcome the new obstacles and to work in the new environment. There was constant dialogue that alerted us to the upcoming lesson and upgrades.
In just over a month I was aware of the datasets that could be studied and analysed. In fact I chose to study the Covid Crisis in South Korea. I was looking at the data files that the evening news was composed of. The group projects enlighten you to different ways of approaching and solving problems. They also create a positive work environment. Some of my best teachers were my classmates for I have often improved in their company. This program inspired me to be present, attentive and research elegant algorithms and modules. I am now confident of my capabilities. I may not have all the answers but the ones I do not have I know how to find them.
Boot Camp Team of Columbia Engineering Boot Camps
Community Team
Aug 18, 2020
Thank you for sharing your boot camp journey, Shiuli! We're thrilled you found the course to be well-planned and executed.
Your cohort did experience a disruption due to COVID-19 that resulted in your studies transitioning online for the health and safety of all participants. We're happy to hear this unplanned change was delivered successfully and that you benefited from our online format.
We have to agree that the more an individual practices and prepares the more they stand to gain from the course. This is great advice for prospective candidates that we're sure they will benefit from.
Like you noted, we pride ourselves on teaching participants how to learn, providing a strong foundational skill set individuals can continue to use to expand their knowledge and learn new topics—even after completing the Boot Camp. We're glad to hear this truly resonated with you.
Congratulations on successfully completing the Boot Camp! We're confident you will go on to do amazing things with your newfound skillset. -
Irma Modzgvrishvili
Why Columbia boots camp?
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I am new to New York. I was looking for a job in my profession for almost one year, but it turned out to be complicated. For some, I was over-qualified; for some, I could not meet the requirements. I realized I needed more knowledge, more networking, and professional help. I did not think much about the Columbia boot camp; I made the decision soon after.
The teaching process turned out to be very interesting in many ways. A team staffed with the best instructors who are always ready to support you and do their best. A personal career coach who is prepared to train you from start to finish. From preparing a resume to preparing for an interview.
Time is short, so you always have to work on yourself, looking for as much as possible to get the desired result. And after a few weeks, you realize that you can create a website the way you want it, and it is no longer an unattainable result for you. You see the result every day, and it surprises you, in such a short time, you already own a lot. At one point, you become unfamiliar with the black box, very tangible and simple.
If you love puzzles, are looking for a challenge, and are enjoying the result, then this course is for you. I'm proud of myself for being able to do this.Boot Camp Team of Columbia Engineering Boot Camps
Community Team
Aug 10, 2020
Thank you for your review, Irma! We appreciate you choosing our Boot Camp to make a significant career change. It's great to hear you benefited from the support and encouragement of our entire team. Great advice for prospective candidates — if you're looking for a challenge and ready to take the plunge, this course could be for you. We look forward to helping you through the completion of the Boot Camp and seeing what you'll achieve as you continue mastering your newfound skillset! -
Almoutasem Alakkad
Great Program
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Before signing up for the course, I have visited many boot camps and workshops in the NYC Greater Area. By far, this was the best one. To start with, many people who are interested in learning any Computer Science don't even know where to start and what they want to do (Front-end, Back-end, Data-Analysis, Data-Science, etc.). This program exposes you to all these paths; you'll be learning everything from VBA Scripting to Data Bases to Machine Learning. The instructors and TAs are also great and helpful.
Also, it's a part-time program that lasts for six months (most of the Bootcamps are intensive 3-month programs) that are 9-6. With this Bootcamp, you don't have to sacrifice your job
However, I would highly encourage all future students to be prepared to invest many hours for them to succeed. This course covers almost, and you do need to invest much time on your own to learn more about each topic.
Lastly, they offer job assistance and they dedicate a careet coach that works with each student separtely and guide you through the process of finding a job in the field.
Boot Camp Team of Columbia Engineering Boot Camps
Community Team
Jul 10, 2019
Thanks for sharing your experience, Almoutasem! We're thrilled that you're taking full advantage of the resources available to you during your boot camp journey. Like you mentioned, this course is designed for learners with busy schedules, with a fair amount of commitment outside the classroom. We agree that the field of computer science is an exciting, albeit complex one, and we commend you for choosing a path that fits your goals. We're rooting for you as you continue towards finishing out the course! -
Vinci Bhardwaj
Full-Stack Web development part-time boot-camp
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I had a great seven-month web development coding experience, before starting the program I had basic knowledge of designing the front-end. Now after completing the program, I gained new skills and knowledge in developing the back-end of a site. I had an awesome instructor who came in the second half of the program and taught us a lot which made me engage in learning more in class than before. By the end of the program, I was able to develop a site for tourists who visit New York City using react, mongoose, MongoDB, Ajax, Node.js, along with the essential programming languages. When It came time to present, I received mostly positive reaction from the class, the instructor and even to the visitors on demo day. After completing the program, receiving my certificate and presenting I feel ready and confident to start working as a developer and take on more challenging projects.
Thank you to the entire Columbia Bootcamp community.
Boot Camp Team of Columbia Engineering Boot Camps
Community Team
Apr 04, 2019
Thanks so much, Vinci! We're thrilled you were able to further develop your web development skills and enjoyed our instructional team. Congratulations on finishing the boot camp, we appreciate your review! We wish you continued success on your new career path. -
William hawkins
Full stack software engineer camp
I learned more in 8 months working with the men and woman at this bootcamp then I have doing anything else.
Boot Camp Team of Columbia Engineering Boot Camps
Community Team
Feb 22, 2019
Thanks, William! We're glad you learned so much and enjoyed the program. Best of luck in all your future endeavors. -
Dale
Great Program!
Excellent instruction and wonderful networking opportunity. It was so great to work with such a variety of people from diverse backgrounds. The coursework got right to the essentials, but challenged us to grow and develop our skills. I recommend it to anyone interested to learn coding and/or seeking work in the field.
Boot Camp Team of Columbia Engineering Boot Camps
Community Team
Feb 22, 2019
Amazing, Dale! We're glad to hear our curriculum was challenging and helped you develop your web development skills. Thank you for your review and for recommending our program! We wish you great success in all that you do. -
Julia
The best way to learn how to code
I found this course to be incredibly well run. It was great having the opportunity to connect with the teachers and students in person and the staff was well informed about the material we were learning. I highly recommend taking this bootcamp.
Boot Camp Team of Columbia Engineering Boot Camps
Community Team
Feb 22, 2019
Thank you for recommending our boot camp, Julia! We're glad to hear you found our course to be well-run and were able to network with others. Congratulations on graduating, all the best in your future aspirations! -
Gustavo
Great Boot Camp for all levels
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I started this Boot Camp with no experience of HTML, CSS or any other coding language. From the beginning the instructors were helpful in making sure you were up to speed with the class and the material being teached. They all dominated the material courses really well and made sure you'd understand the process to figure out the best solutions and which direction to take to make sure your code works. And if it didn't, they also take time to explain to you where you got it wrong.
The curriculum is very well designed, the pace I consider it to be fast, however, given that every subject is build upon the previews one, its great to see how each coding language informs the next one, and it also helps you figure out what makes an actual website or application work, and all the elements that are involved.
By the end of it, the amount of information, resources and skills that we learned, were really impressive, and given all the course material and the help by the instructors, I feel that I learned somethng that would've take me a lot more time to understand in just 6 months. The span of the course subjects really reflects that.
Its great coding bootcamp and I'm glad I took the chance to learn coding here.
Boot Camp Team of Columbia Engineering Boot Camps
Community Team
Feb 22, 2019
We appreciate your review, Gustavo! We're happy to hear you enjoyed the curriculum and that you found our instructional team to be supportive. Congratulations on graduating, we're rooting you in all your future endeavors! -
Justin Quinonez
Must do!
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This course has been a total eye opener for me!
I have learned more here than I ever could have learned on my own. The way that the instructors care about your education is phenomenal. They take the time to make sure to answer any uncertainties that you may have and do not hesitate to reach out and make sure that you are comfortable with the material. It is a boot camp, so be ready to take on new information and projects with an allotted amount of time. The experience has been one that I am happy to be a part of and completely recommend the program for anyone who is interested in embarking on a new journey into Web Development.
Boot Camp Team of Columbia Engineering Boot Camps
Community Team
Oct 09, 2018
Amazing, Justin! Thank you so much for recommending our program. We are thrilled you have learned so much during your time with us and have truly benefited from the guidance and support of our entire instructional team. We are looking forward to your graduation in a few weeks and wish you continued success in all your upcoming projects and career goals! -
Anonymous
Amazing learning opportunity
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I applied to the bootcamp to gain more advice knowledge on software development, I did few YouTube courses before but when issues come out I can’t ask anyone, so i decided to enrolled into Columbia Full-Stack Bootcamp. This is my first time enrolling into a bootcamp and I don’t have much expectation, after my first day enrolling I absolutely love it, the instructor were very nice and professional, just ask up the instructors they are very willing to help and easy to talk to. There are so many resources to help on homework and career wise, and staff guides you back to the right track if you are ever falling behind. -
Anonymous
Educational, Inspirational and Innovative
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As William Cobbett once said “You never know what you can do, til you try.” And boy did I try.. Going into this bootcamp, I was extremely nervous considering it was pledged to be one of the most informational and academically inclined bootcamps in the cybersecurity career path. Although, I knew the challenges that would soon come my way as the days progressed closer to the start of the bootcamp, I realized something… This was it for me.. either I get everything I possibly could out of this bootcamp and turn it into something fantastic, or I just go through the motions like every other college lecture that I had been to throughout my years in the education system. This was my last chance, and for someone who’s never been an excellent student in school.. I truly found out what I could do when I completely applied myself. Not only was I learning so much from the carefully crafted curriculum that they offered but I was teaching some of the subjects I had learned to other students as well! Giving me both technical and leadership skills throughout the length of the cohort. As well, the instructional team was incredibly helpful with their support and expertise not only was I able to learn critical information that job recruiters search for now-a-days but I was able to create an everlasting friendship and bond with them. I was able to meet incredible people from all walks of life that had come together to experience and educate themselves on incredibly complex topics. Being a part of that community and experiencing their trials and tribulations with them, truly helped me establish empathy and patience as well as communication skills. Helping others through possible mistakes they had made along the way and even being given the opportunity to be a group leader in the cohort gave be a sense of responsibility and inclusivity as well as aided me further retaining the information that was taught throughout the courses. Week by week, day by day, studying, practicing and troubleshooting were my best friends throughout this bootcamp, truthfully I respect everyone who may attempt to embark on the journey that is this bootcamp with its incredible interesting activities and weekly challenges as well as projects that truly test your grit when it comes to actual hands on development, security, system administration and the many other topics covered. Truthfully this bootcamp left a change in not only the way that I think of myself, but the way that I think throughout my professional embankment into the world of cybersecurity. This all comes straight from the heart and mind, and if I must leave you with one last motivational push it would be to go out there and try it, even if you think you’ll never be good enough or if you think you won’t get the material, if this is something you’re truly passionate about, go for it one hundred percent because as William Cobbett once said, “you never know what you can do, til you try.” -
Anonymous
Scam, waste of money. Do not take.
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What else can I say other than this program is a complete scam. It is not run by Columbia university it is by Trilogy a company that finds inexperienced people to teach their courses to students who think that they will graduate with a new career. These programs are not just a waste of money because they do not teach you what they say they will, but also because the materials are outdated and instructors are totally inexperienced. I wasted $12k. Would NOT recommend. Look on Reddit for more information,Boot Camp Team of Columbia Engineering Boot Camps
Community Team
Dec 19, 2022
Thank you for your review. We understand that you are unhappy with your boot camp experience. As you noted, Columbia Engineering offers Columbia Engineering Boot Camps in partnership with edX/2U. Columbia Engineering officers are heavily involved in the curriculum development, instructor selection, and learning outcomes for each course. A committee comprised of members from Columbia Engineering and edX/2U meet regularly to monitor student experience and performance. We take your feedback seriously, and would love the opportunity to speak with you directly to learn how we can assist you at this time. If you would like, please give us a call at (646) 870-1598. -
Anonymous
Coding
The curriculum is very rigorous but very comprehensive for a full-stack development bootcamp! The teachers were great and although intense, it definitely gave me a good introduction/base knowledge for coding.Boot Camp Team of Columbia Engineering Boot Camps
Community Team
Jan 14, 2022
Thank you! We're thrilled you found our curriculum to be comprehensive and benefited from the support of our entire instructional team. We wish you all the best moving forward. -
Anonymous
13K down the drain
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I am have not yet completed Columbia's Data Science Bootcamp but I can already tell you that I made a very big mistake signing up for it. I missed the fine print that said it was being taught by instructors at Trilogy Education Services and not Columbia personnel. I am 8 weeks in and I can say that I know more than these instructors on a lot of the subjects and if you try to correct them, they get mad and band together against you. There are tons of errors in the modules and you spend a lot of time chasing down issues that aren't really issues because of errors. I am feeling highly discouraged and am seriously considering contacting Columbia to discuss getting a full refund.Boot Camp Team of Columbia Engineering Boot Camps
Community Team
Sep 16, 2020
Thank you for your feedback. We regret to hear that the Boot Camp is not meeting your expectations.
Like you mentioned, Columbia Engineering has partnered with Trilogy Education Services (TES), a 2U, Inc. brand, to offer the Columbia Engineering Boot Camps. Columbia Engineering is involved in the curriculum, instructor selection, and outcomes of each of our classes, and routinely monitors the learning experience and performance of each cohort. Both Columbia Engineering and TES are truly dedicated to transforming learners' lives and aim to be fully transparent about this relationship throughout our website, the admissions process, and the course.
We understand that you are not satisfied with the instructional support you're receiving. Our Boot Camp has an intensive, multi-part vetting process for instructors, requiring a minimum of three years' experience as an active practitioner in the industry. Every instructor is vetted by Columbia Engineering and strives to facilitate a productive and collaborative environment for all participants throughout the entirety of the Boot Camp. All cohorts are recorded for quality assurance, monitoring instructor performance, and overall engagement in order to provide feedback to help instructors further develop their teaching skills.
We understand the Boot Camp's pace can be challenging. As such, our instructors and TAs are always available in addition to our free tutoring network. We're constantly looking to improve our services and appreciate your feedback.
We're committed to all of our participants and it's our goal for them to feel confident in their skills upon leaving our Boot Camp, so we'd love to hear from you directly to see what else we can do to help you continue your learning journey. If you would like, please reach out to us at (646) 870-1598. -
Anonymous
Very Helpful Program
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This bootcsmp is truly amazing and unique as the curriculum is designed to accomodate both beginners and more experienced individuals. Our cohort was fortunate to work with highly skilled instructors who collaborated with talented TAs and provide all the necessary support for all students, at all levels, at all times. Like any other bootcamp, the end result will solely depend on you and how much effort/time you devote throughout the learning journey. This expectation is clearly set at the beginning and if you are able to devote your time, you'll learn A LOT. I had worked in tech for 8 years before joining this program and I was already familiar with some coding languages. My goal was to learn, get better, and get familiar with some of the widely used technologies out there. I definitely accomplished this goal with this bootcamp and right upon graduation, I accepted an offer for a new job that required practical knowledge in the specific technologies that were taught at this bootcamp. Lastly, this program is managed and run by Trilogy, who runs the same program across many other universities, and you get a certificate from Columbia Engineering.
Alexandra Noriega of Columbia Engineering Boot Camps
Community Team
Apr 26, 2019
Amazing, thank you for your review! We're thrilled you enjoyed the curriculum and felt supported by our entire boot camp team. Great advice for prospective learners—devoting extensive time and effort to the material will help you succeed. Congratulations on completing the program and landing an exciting new role! We wish you all the best moving forward. -
Anonymous
A very rewarding experience
I learned a ton in this program, and am looking forward to seeing how I can apply what I've learned in my future career.
Boot Camp Team of Columbia Engineering Boot Camps
Community Team
Feb 22, 2019
Thank you for sharing your thoughts! We're happy you found our program to be a rewarding experience. We're confident you will go on to do incredible things with your new knowledge. -
Anonymous
Great for Enthusiastic Beginners
Columbia offers a great program for anyone who is willing to put in the time and more importantly, the effort! I fully recommend it if you want to have all sorts of resources and support throughout your journey to become a full-stack web developer!
Boot Camp Team of Columbia Engineering Boot Camps
Community Team
Feb 22, 2019
Thank you for recommending our program! We're glad you benefited from the boot camp's resources and support. Congratulations on completing the course, we wish you all the best moving forward.