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Kenzie Academy

Average Rating4.71
56 Reviews
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Kenzie Academy From Southern New Hampshire University is an online coding and tech school that offers certificate programs in Software Engineering (48 weeks), UX Design (36 weeks), Full Stack Web Development (36 weeks), and Cybersecurity (36 weeks). Beyond teaching students technical skills, Kenzie Academy also teaches students the practical knowledge needed to thrive in today’s modern workforce.  Kenzie Academy is open to anyone interested in tech with no programmin...
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  • alex
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    Graduate • UX DESIGN CAREER PROGRAM ONLINE (6 MONTHS) • Online
    Sep 01, 2021
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    Do not go here.

    If I could do it all over again I would've not gone to Kenzie. 

    During the first few months, everything is fine, the instructors lie to you and tell you you don't need a degree in UX to be successful (coming from people that went to top universities or have their master's degree) and that everything is fine. You'll be successful having just a certificate in UX. What they don't tell you is that the job market is not only hard but really competitive. Over half a year later I'm still...
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  • Matt Williams
    Matt Williams
    Software Engineering Program with Specialization in Backend Java • Online
    Mar 25, 2021
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    THE MOST EXPENSIVE WAY IN THE WORLD TO TEACH YOURSELF

    Don't expect to be taught very much in this course. The school curriculum is all on your own with documentation just given to you to learn by yourself. None of the videos or documentation is exclusive to Kenzie, it is all other peoples youtube videos. Just go to youtube and codecademy for free. The staff is nice and always willing to talk to you but nice does not mean helpful. Every meeting I have had with staff members had the same flow. We hear you, we understand where you are coming f...
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  • Why
    Anonymous
    Not Because of Kenzie Academy • Student • Online
    Dec 30, 2020
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    Beware - Job Placement Nonexistent, No Student Support

    5 Instructor stars for: Sharmin Kent and Angela Knezevich


    I attended Kenzie Academy for the Digital Marketing (DM) Program. If you look on their website, the DM program is no where to be found. I'd list this is the #1 red flag. There are no student testimonials from the DM program. of which there were 4 cohorts.

    The first instructor, Sharmin, was excellent. She gave lots of time to teaching and encouraging students despite any challenges outside of the course they might...
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  • Edwin Torres
    Graduate • SOFTWARE ENGINEERING IN PERSON (9 MONTHS) • Indianapolis
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    Nov 01, 2020
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    Decent School. Do your research.

    My overall experience was a mixed bag. The positivity and the open arms of the staff and students is incredible. But no level of positivity will help you understand the content and ultimately help you land a job. I personally know of several people that have graduated from this school to of gone on to get a Developer job. So this is a legitimate school that will teach you the basics of what you need to know. But there is a lot more work you need to put in to even get to a point that you'...
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  • Kenneth
    Kenneth
    Full-Stack Developer • Graduate • Online
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    Oct 28, 2020
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    411

    Kenzie was an amazing experience, the work can be challenging, and time-consuming at times. But they give you the tools and support you need to see it through. They are VERY concerned with the well-being of their students and no matter what you're going through they'll work with you to see that you can still come out on top. The instructors, facilitators, and coaches are great and have a lot of empathy for what you're going through, many of them have been through Kenzie themselves and co...
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  • Diarte
    Diarte
    Full Stack Developer • Graduate • Online
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    Oct 27, 2020
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    The best experience ever!

    There are a lot of bootcamps that just want to teach you what you need to know to get your foot in the door, then you are on your own. Kenzie is not a "bootcamp", but actually is far from that. Kenzie builds critical thinkers and strategists, not just those that can study a few languages and just build based on tutorials and videos. Every single assessment at Kenzie is project-based and you have the opportunity to take your skills and enhance them as you go along the program. There are t...
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  • Mike B.
    Mike B.
    Student • Online
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    Oct 27, 2020
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    AWESOME PROGRAM!!

    Kenzie Academy and the software engineering program has been an incredible experience. I feel like they fully prepared me for a new role in the software engineering industry. I saw a couple reviews on Kenzie that these people did not learn anything, the instructors were poor, and was a complete waste of money and time.... I could see this happening if they were not paying attention in class which I noticed was hard for a lot of people as they had short attention spans and acted like they...
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  • Chris Warren
    Graduate • Online
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    Oct 26, 2020
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    Awesome Program

    I've done a lot of different things in my life, choosing to come to Kenzie Academy was one of the best decisions that I've made in a very long time. I recently graduated and I've already applied to several positions and I have an interview coming up.  I'm not going to lie and say it was easy all the time, because it wasn't. 

    I've dealt with a lot in my time at Kenzie as a student, but the staff was always there for me and helpful in pointing me in the direction to be successful
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  • Brittney Bannister
    Brittney Bannister
    Student • Online
    Oct 26, 2020
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    I just graduated from the front end portion of the program. Six months down, six more to go! 

    I was super skeptical coming into Kenzie, because honestly I thought it was too good to be true. But I was wrong. This school has been a life saver. It has been by far the best decision I could have made. 

    I have learned so much these past six months and I am so thankful for the staff at my school. The instructors are so patient with you, the coaches are extremely helpful, student ...
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  • Jackson Detke
    Student • SOFTWARE ENGINEERING IN PERSON (9 MONTHS) • Indianapolis
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    Feb 28, 2020
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    Kenzie is an excellent school; would recommend!

    To start, I might as well mention that I already had a little bit of prior coding experience coming into Kenzie Academy, as I took a class in Computer Programming at my high school (Carmel High) and a few classes at my previous college (IUPUI).  That said, all of those experiences took several school years to complete, and I ended up getting an English major at IUPUI which didn't exactly get me anywhere I wanted to be in the job market.  

    So, last year, roughly half a year after g...
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  • Kevin
    Kevin
    Indianapolis
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    Feb 22, 2020
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    Kenzie Is Giving Me Wings

    I am very pleased with the Kenzie Academy experience. I've reach new levels in my coding knowledge and how to approach software development as a whole. The academy does not just teach you how to code, they provide a foundation for you to continue learning, network with supportive staff and peers, and they also provide a family-driven atmosphere while learning. I'm glad I chose Kenzie Academy to launch my career.
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  • Jai T.
    Jai T.
    Student • UX DESIGN CAREER PROGRAM ONLINE (6 MONTHS) • Indianapolis
    Feb 21, 2020
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    Honest Opinion of Kenzie

    I really have enjoyed learning at Kenzie. It has become my family. Not only have I learned a lot about UX but I have learned even more about myself. Kenzie will push you and at the same time encourage you. I love the momentum that this school has when it comes to notoriety. It is well deserved. I really enjoy how the staff as a collective are approachable and available. I can not speak to any other school but I do know that is not common. Students are heard and valued. On top of all of t...
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Kenzie Academy Alumni Reviews Summary

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4.7
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4.8
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4.7
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4.6
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How much does Kenzie Academy cost?

Kenzie Academy costs around $20,000. On the lower end, some Kenzie Academy courses like Certificate in Cybersecurity Program cost $10,000.

Where does Kenzie Academy have campuses?

Kenzie Academy teaches students Online in a remote classroom.

Is Kenzie Academy worth it?

Kenzie Academy hasn't shared alumni outcomes yet, but one way to determine if a bootcamp is worth it is by reading alumni reviews. 56 Kenzie Academy alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed Kenzie Academy on Course Report - you should start there!

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We let alumni answer that question. 56 Kenzie Academy alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed Kenzie Academy and rate their overall experience a 4.71 out of 5.

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You can read 56 reviews of Kenzie Academy on Course Report! Kenzie Academy alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed Kenzie Academy and rate their overall experience a 4.71 out of 5.

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Accredited by the State of Indiana

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