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Sabio

Average Rating4.53
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Founded in 2010, Sabio is a tech training provider offering 13- and 17-week full-time coding bootcamps and a 21-week part-time bootcamp in Los Angeles, Orange County, and online. Sabio specializes in Mobile, Front End, Back End, Source Control, Database, and Development platforms across the full stack, and students can specialize in Node.js or .Net to help jumpstart their careers. By incorporating project-based learning into its curriculum, it offers students a comprehensive experience of all phases of software development. It was founded by tech industry innovators, and it is now taught exclusively by experts from companies such as Fox, Gamefly, Stack Overflow and TMZ. 

Prior programming experience is not required, but applicants with prior experience are given a faster track. A technical assessment is available immediately or within four weeks of the 17-week program for full-time students. The application process at Sabio identifies motivated and engaged students from diverse backgrounds. Many past students have advanced degrees in Computer Science, Engineering, Musicology, Psychology, Finance, Mathematics, among others. It is essential that all applicants have a great personality, work ethic, and be able to solve basic logic problems.

Sabio's curriculum prepares students for entry-level developer jobs by incorporating a real-world project for a client and four weeks of career guidance. Prior to starting the intensive bootcamp, students receive four weeks of pre-work conducted by instructors. Every student at Sabio has access to extended mentorship and a five-year professional development program. Sabio instructors have over 100 years combined experience in software engineering. Small class sizes and expert instruction give students an edge when it comes to competing for jobs. A Sabio instructor must be an executive or C-level executive before teaching in the classroom, and must undergo an intensive vetting process. It provides students with a high-level education and a unique real-life perspective that prepares them for a more elevated career path.

A California-approved company, Sabio innovates based on market knowledge, experience, and expertise.

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  • Xaviar
    Xaviar
    Software Developer • Graduate • Los Angeles
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    Sep 07, 2023
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    Sabio School of Software Engineering - A Fast Track to Full-Stack Success

    I recently completed the full-stack software development program at Sabio School of Software Engineering, and I can confidently say that it was a transformative experience that exceeded all my expectations. Sabio not only equips you with a comprehensive skill set in programming but also goes the extra mile in providing job placement resources that aid you every step of the way to that dream job. Sabio's covers a wide array of languages and technologies, making you a well-rounded develope...
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  • Mendenzon Tatis Rosario
    Mendenzon Tatis Rosario
    Full Stack Software Engineer • Graduate • Downtown LA ASP.Net // C# Full Stack With React • Online
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    Aug 17, 2023
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    Sabio

    The Sabio coding boot camp presents an extensive and immersive educational opportunity. Characterized by a robust curriculum and seasoned instructors, the program adeptly furnished me, as a student, with tangible practical skills and technical prowess in web and software development, positioned at a mid-level engineering capacity. The experiential projects, collaborative ambiance, and individualized mentorship collectively facilitated a rapid acquisition of essential proficiencies, primi...
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  • Josh
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    Jul 23, 2023
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    A Genuine Sabio Experience

    This is my review of the Sabio 17-week coding bootcamp. Before you read this, I believe you should know what point of view, or perspective this is coming from. So first, a little about myself:
    -I am in my early 20's, and joined the program with little to no background in web development (besides a freecodecamp HTML & CSS crash course video)-I am a prior Navy submariner-I utilized 'Vet Tec', and only the Vet Tec program in order to attend...
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  • Nathan Desso
    Nathan Desso
    Full Stack Software Engineer • Graduate
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    Apr 05, 2023
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    Code Small , Dream Big and Level UP!

    Sabio has a challenging curriculum but gives you the tools to learn how to learn. The most valuable tool you have is your motivation and drive. If you want to level up and trust Sabio has your best interest in mind, you will be successful. The process will test your true intentions. Do not attend thinking this is traditional lecture style learning, Sabio will demo how to code, let you exercise it and provide help to naviage the blockers but won't spoon feed. As a successful graduate and ...
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  • Rafael Lynch
    Software Developer • Graduate • Full Stack Weekday - REMOTE • Online
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    Mar 30, 2023
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    Recommended!

    I managed to achieve really fast results. While it can be intense at times, this helps me discover my maximum potential and have to give my best. The assistance from instructors is really good. I also appreciate how it prepares you for real-world working environments. Highly recommended. 
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  • Brian Wheeler
    Full Stack Software Engineer • Graduate • Downtown LA ASP.Net // C# Full Stack With React • Online
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    Mar 30, 2023
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    Life changing experience

    I had a great experience with Sabio! I did go through the Vet Tec program and that is how I found out about the school. Probably like a lot of people here I read comments and researched about the school first and while there were some not nice reviews I felt the general consensus was that it was a good school so I decided to try it. I also was really nervous probably like a lot of other people who may be wanting to use Vet Tec. I heard you can't fail and you need to get on the queue twic...
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  • Luis
    Software developer • Graduate • Full Stack Node.js with React • Orange County
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    Mar 30, 2023
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    Army Cav Scout to a Software Engineer!

    A life-changing experience! Sabio is an excellent choice for anyone looking to learn full-stack web development. The program is challenging, but the support provided by the instructors and the Sabio nation community provides continued mentorship and support throughout their careers. This network is a valuable resource, providing graduates access to industry professionals, networking opportunities, and job leads. If you are willing to put in the time and effort, Sabio will change your lif...
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  • Joseph Bee
    Software Engineer • Graduate • Full Stack Node.js with React • Online
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    Jan 17, 2023
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    Veteran to Software Engineer to Entrepreneur

    Attending Sabio has been one of the best career decisions I've made. I used to work in facility maintenance and after just 6 months, I jumped into a career as a software engineer working with one of the top military contracting firms in the U.S., nearly tripling my previous salary.

    Sabio curates their coursework that almost identically mimics the actual day to day of software engineer. This could come as a shock to some, as it isn't necessarily a completely hands on approach to te...
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  • Linda
    Software Developer • Full Stack .Net Back-End with React Front End • Orange County
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    Sep 26, 2022
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    Amazing Program!

    Sabio totally changed my life, the program is truly amazing the instructors are very supportive and with the 17 week program I was able to find my dream job within 2 weeks of graduating!
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  • Morgan
    Software Engineer • Graduate
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    Sep 02, 2022
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    Best Decision!

    Sabio Bootcamp has been one of the best decisions I have made. I came out of this bootcamp as a full fledged software engineer, with a job offer in hand. Sabio gives you the skills that are needed to start a career in tech, and significant support during the job search and after graduation. I am still actively participating in an alumni mentoring program to help others with their job search. I would highly recommend this course to anyone who is looking to become a software engineer. I fa...
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  • Lia
    Software Developer • Graduate • Los Angeles
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    Aug 30, 2022
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    Navy Veteran to Software Engineer in less than 6 months

    Don't walk, RUN.
    This is THE best boot camp on the west coast (possibly the country). If you're a veteran looking to break your way into the tech industry and start making a salary of $80K in less than 6 months, look no further. No prior code experience needed!! No degree needed!!

    I'm a Navy veteran and found myself at home with Sabio. They specialize in helping veterans transition into tech careers. They have veteran staff members and are very knowledgeable in GI Bill assistan...
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  • Javier Duran
    Software Development Engineer • Graduate • Full Stack .Net Back-End with React Front End • Orange County
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    Aug 30, 2022
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    Sabio Changed My Life

    Attending Sabio completely changed my life. I was self employed before Sabio and working long hours. I decided to take a risk and attend Sabio. I was nervous about this since I did not know anything about Software Engineering. I was a complete beginner and did not understand HTML nor CSS. I completed the 17 week course and they prepared me to be a successful Software Engineer.

    The course material was given at appropriate intervals. The bootcamp is challenging and should not be tak...
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Sabio Alumni Outcomes

82%
Employment Rate
93%
Graduation Rate
$65,000
Median Salary
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Below is the 180 Day Employment Breakdown for 39 graduates included in report:
180 Day employment breakdown
Employed in-field82.0%
Full-time employee82.0%
Full-time apprenticeship, internship or contract position0.0%
Short-term contract, part-time, or freelance0.0%
Started a new company or venture after graduation0.0%
Not seeking in-field employment3.0%
Employed out-of-field5.0%
Continuing to higher educationN/A
Not seeking a job for health, family, or personal reasonsN/A
Still seeking job in-field10.0%
Could not contact0.0%
salary breakdown

Sabio Scholarships

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  • Full Stack Node.js with React (Los Angeles)

Recent Sabio News

Lauren Stewart
Lauren Stewart
Updated August 31, 2016
Tessa had a background in communications, but felt she wasn’t using her skills to the fullest in her retail job. So instead of taking a higher level management position in retail, she took a leap and learned how to code at Sabio’s full-time web development bootcamp in Los Angeles. As Sabio’s 100th Fellow, learn why Tessa chose Sabio over other bootcamps, what it’s like being a woman in tech...
Liz Eggleston
Liz Eggleston
Updated August 05, 2016
Julia Wells took a leap of faith 3 years ago to enroll at Sabio, a new Coding Bootcamp in LA. Since then, Sabio has expanded to new campuses and refined their curriculum. Julia is on her third dev job since graduating, making over $100K/year. Find out more about Julia’s impressive career and her advice about salary negotiating and mansplaining for women graduating from coding bootcamps. ...
Imogen Crispe
Imogen Crispe
Updated July 11, 2016
After learning R to streamline her job in digital marketing, Tammi was ready to take the plunge and make a career change. With a background in for-profit education, Tammi knew that transparency was imperative when choosing a coding bootcamp, so she chose Sabio's Orange County campus after reading reviews and speaking personally to founders Gregorio and Liliana. Now a software developer at i...
Imogen Crispe
Imogen Crispe
Updated June 21, 2016
Sabio’s Orange County campus opened in January 2016, and so far they have graduated 7 new developers and 100% have found jobs. We spoke to Sabio VP of Engineering, and lead OC instructor, Aaron Gibson about how he first got involved with Sabio LA, the new Orange County campus, the real-world startup projects that students work on, and the huge demand for developers in Orange County. Q&...
Liz Eggleston
Liz Eggleston
Updated February 29, 2016
In 2013, Gregorio Rojas and Liliana Monge started Sabio, a full stack coding bootcamp in L.A., with the goal of helping more Angelenos get access to programming skills. Now the bootcamp is well established with a new campus in Orange County, and dozens of successful alumni working as developers. Gregorio is head instructor/CTO and spoke to us about launching their new iOS program, finding t...
Liz Eggleston
Liz Eggleston
Updated October 21, 2020
We love talking to coding bootcamp grads who have landed their first jobs as developers; but what are alumni up to one year after they graduate? In January 2015, Nicki Klein was starting her first job as a developer after graduating from Sabio. Now, she’s teamed up with fellow Sabio alum Melissa Hargis, scaled back her dev job to part-time, and the Sabio duo are focusing on Shortkey, thei...
Liz Eggleston
Liz Eggleston
Updated December 13, 2024
You've heard of household bootcamps like General Assembly, Springboard, and Flatiron School – but have you noticed universities that offer coding bootcamps? Universities have now been partnering with coding bootcamps since 2016, but these university coding bootcamps aren't all the same! Research your options below and find out which coding bootcamps offer college credit, which are part-time...
Liz Eggleston
Liz Eggleston
Updated December 02, 2015
Course Report has some exciting things rolling out in 2016, but for now, here's what you may have missed in November! Remember to email me with noteworthy news to include in next month's roundup. IN NOVEMBER.... Karis Hustad of ChicagoInno reported on the rise of the bootcamp model for subjects like UX/UI Design, Data Science and more. Anya Kamenetz spoke with Morning Edition a...
Liz Eggleston
Liz Eggleston
Updated December 28, 2020
  Because Course Report is part of this growing coding bootcamp industry, we are very interested in who is attending bootcamps and what that means for the larger tech industry. The growing interest in diversity in tech has led to an ongoing conversation that has even reached the White House.  Here are the facts: African-Americans make up only 4% of people in  software development jobs, ...
Nick Toscano
Nick Toscano
Updated September 08, 2015
Move over tinsel town and make some space in the greater Los Angeles area for some of the finest coding programs in the country. While LA once paled in comparison to San Francisco when it came to the sheer quantity of bootcamps, we've seen a surge in LA coding bootcamps this year. There is a wide choice of code schools with campuses in LA's "Silicon Beach" that all bring a unique take on ...
Harry Hantel
Harry Hantel
Updated August 06, 2015
The July News Roundup is your monthly news digest full of the most interesting articles and announcements in the coding bootcamp space. Want your bootcamp's news to be included in the next News Roundup? Submit announcements of new courses, scholarships, or open jobs at your school! This Week's Student Spotlights Rose Kohn on her first month at Turing School. Fehim Hatipoglu on ...
Liz Eggleston
Liz Eggleston
Updated May 16, 2024
African-Americans make up only 4% of people in software development jobs, and Latino/as make up only 5% of these jobs in the US (source). Coding bootcamps will graduate over 16,000 students this year and place them into jobs as developers at startups and enterprise companies. 63% of those coding bootcamp graduates are white. In this webinar, we're joined by code schools Turing, Sabio.la, St...

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Sabio Alumni Reviews Summary

Based on 250+ Sabio alumni reviews on Course Report, the school is highly regarded for its comprehensive software engineering program. Alumni praise the program for its deep dive into languages and technologies like JavaScript, HTML, CSS, React, .NET Core, and SQL, and for equipping students with both front-end and back-end development skills. One review encapsulates this sentiment: "Sabio not only equips you with a comprehensive skill set in programming but also goes the extra mile in providing job placement resources." However, the intensive nature of the program requires significant commitment and effort.
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4.6
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Sabio was approved by the State of California Bureau for Private Post Secondary Education in July of 2016. We pay our annual license fees to BPPE and we submit annual Student Performance Fact Sheet to the state of ca every Dec.
FAQs

How much does Sabio cost?

Sabio costs around $15,000. On the lower end, some Sabio courses like Node.js Full Stack with React cost $9,500.

Where does Sabio have campuses?

Sabio has in-person campuses in Los Angeles, Orange County, and Riverside. Sabio also has a remote classroom so students can learn online.

Is Sabio worth it?

The data says yes! In 2016, Sabio reported a 93% graduation rate, a median salary of $65,000, and 82% of Sabio alumni are employed. The data says yes! In 2018, Sabio reported a 97% graduation rate, a median salary of $72,500, and 79% of Sabio alumni are employed.

Is Sabio legit?

We let alumni answer that question. 255 Sabio alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed Sabio and rate their overall experience a 4.53 out of 5.

Does Sabio offer scholarships or accept the GI Bill?

Yes, Course Report is excited to offer an exclusive Sabio scholarship for $5000 off tuition! Sabio accepts the GI Bill!

Can I read Sabio reviews?

You can read 255 reviews of Sabio on Course Report! Sabio alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed Sabio and rate their overall experience a 4.53 out of 5.

Is Sabio accredited?

Sabio was approved by the State of California Bureau for Private Post Secondary Education in July of 2016. We pay our annual license fees to BPPE and we submit annual Student Performance Fact Sheet to the state of ca every Dec.

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