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Tech Elevator

Average Rating4.9
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Tech Elevator offers both full-time and part-time coding bootcamps that prepare students for a career as a software developer, starting with an Aptitude Test. Throughout the bootcamp, students learn Java, HTML, CSS, SQL, API, and JavaScript. The full-time bootcamp runs for 14 weeks, Monday through Friday, 9-4:30 pm, and the part-time bootcamp runs for 30-weeks with a mix of independent study, live lectures and small-group programming. Both programs have a low student-...
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  • Jonathan
    Jonathan
    Java Developer • Graduate • Java Coding Bootcamp • Cleveland
    May 17, 2016
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    10/10 Would Tech Elevator Again

    I recently completed the Java Applications Development bootcamp from January 2016 - April 2016. Prior to the bootcamp, I had some exposure to the IT industry doing QA, support and project management. I had a vague idea of what to expect, but no experience writing code. During my job search in the fall of 2015, I heard an add for Tech Elevator on NPR. I was intrigued, and decided to attend an open house in the begining of December. After observing the passion and knowledge of the instructor...

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  • Lyndsey
    Lyndsey
    Developer • Graduate • .NET Coding Bootcamp • Cleveland
    May 16, 2016
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    Tech Elevator Exceeds Expectations

    I truly cannot say enough good things about my Tech Elevator experience.  After feeling stagnant in my marketing career for quite some time, I became intrigued by the tech industry and the bootcamp model of learning.  I attended an open house at Tech Elevator and listened to their team talk about the program and from there I was sold.  Their passion and knowledge was clear, and I ultimately decided to quit my job and sign up.  At the time it felt like a scary and risky move, but I wa...

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  • Kevin
    Kevin
    IT Apps Programmer Associate • Graduate • Java Coding Bootcamp • Cleveland
    May 15, 2016
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    Best Professional Decision I've Ever Made

    I was enrolled in Tech Elevator's Java Applications Development course from January through April 2016. Before I started the program I had very little experience with programming and no practical experience at all with Java. My last job had absolutely nothing to do with programming. Within days of graduating, I already had job offers and am now employed full-time as a software developer.

    The course was rigorous without being overwhelming. The day usually started off with a lectur...

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  • Anonymous
    Application Developer • Graduate • Java Coding Bootcamp • Cleveland
    May 15, 2016
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    I did hit the UP button

    After making the decision to move from life science research into software development (without prior experience), I realized that a 4-year degree was out of reach; however, the bootcamp model of education taking less than 4 months appeared to gain traction nationwide, and I looked into the Cleveland area's options. Tech Elevator stood out as a spacious, friendly environment, run by an enormously qualified and engaged team who sincerely cared about moving their students' careers upwards.

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  • Elizabeth Mis
    Elizabeth Mis
    Software Engineer • Graduate • Java Coding Bootcamp • Cleveland
    Mar 11, 2016
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    Java Bootcamp Experience at Tech Elevator

    Before attending Tech Elevator I was working part-time in retail and playing music on the side. Though I didn't have a background in coding, I was into computers and technology. Once I heard about Tech Elevator, I started looking into programming and what I could do with it. I was fascinated and intrigued by the things a programmer can create with code. It didn't take me long to decide that I wanted to attend Tech Elevator.

    The first 4 weeks were intense, but o...

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  • Jim
    Jim
    Software Engineer • Student • Java Coding Bootcamp • Cleveland
    Feb 03, 2016
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    My Tech Elevator Experience

    Prior to the class I had some experience building websites, and troubleshooting any computer and network difficulties. I had always had the desire to learn how to program, but I found it difficult to learn online, and the personal investment to attend a traditional university was unpractical for me. After completing the course I felt thoroughly prepared for the market place. I was quickly granted many interviews and was able to land my first choice.

    After meeting with David and A...

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  • Daniel
    Daniel
    Graduate • Java Coding Bootcamp • Cleveland
    Jan 24, 2016
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    Java Coding Bootcamp - Review

    As you go through life there are key moments that drastically change your course in life, and, for me, the decision to attend  Tech Elevator was one of them.  After more than fifteen years in retail I was treading water in a position that had become just  a job to me, something I had to do to pay the bills.  I had done some work on my own designing a website using HTML, CSS,  PHP and a little Javascript, and I found it fascinating, but lacking direction and support I couldn't see myself ge...

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  • Christopher
    Christopher
    Graduate • Java Coding Bootcamp • Cleveland
    Dec 18, 2015
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    Java Bootcamp at Tech Elevator

    After several years working in industry (international trade) I wanted to study coding both to add to my skill set and to open up new career paths. Tech Elevator's lead Java instructor, David, brough his extensive career experience into the classroom - he proved to be a great teacher, really devoted, and I felt he truly cared about the progress of our class, often responding to email queries on homework assignments late into the night and early mornings, and also w...

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  • Chris G
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    Software Engineer I • Graduate • Full-Time Java Coding Bootcamp - Remote • Online
    Mar 06, 2024
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    Good Start, More Learning Needed After

    I recently completed the Full Stack Java-based National Live Remote Program from Tech Elevator. I am a career changer coming from a lengthy STEM career into the Software / Web Development world. This is a review of what I experienced and how I feel after completing the bootcamp.

    The Good:
    • Most Instructors are very good. Understand that they are trying to squeeze as much material as possible in a short amount of time. They are willing to...
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  • Roxana Valdina
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    Quality Assurance Engineer • Graduate • Cleveland
    Jan 20, 2024
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    My Tech Elevator Experince

    Initially skeptical about the effectiveness of software engineering bootcamps, I conducted thorough research, interviewing alumni and reviewing various programs. Despite common concerns about inadequate career coaching and outdated curriculums in many bootcamps, my experience with Tech Elevator (TE) was remarkably different.



    At TE, I found the curriculum to be an excellent foundation for an entry-level engineer. The instructors and staff were consistently acce...
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  • Aaron Loskota
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    Graduate • Full-Time Java Coding Bootcamp - In-person • Columbus
    Dec 15, 2023
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    Great foundation. Wonderful teachers and overall experience.

    I really enjoyed the classroom structure and exercises.  I learned the most from the Capstones and really liked how available the teachers were for questions.  The pathway program provided great insight in how/where to apply to jobs and with resume structure.  I wish there was exercises/learning that leaned more into computer science areas and in breaking down more complex technical interview questions.  A decent amount of interview questions are on topics not covered in class (bits in p...
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  • Hayden Prater
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    Graduate • Full-Time Java Coding Bootcamp - Remote • Online
    Aug 18, 2023
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    Good Experience

    During the summer of my senior year pursuing a Computer Engineering Degree (May 2023 - Aug 2023), I had the privilege of participating in a meticulously structured and enriching educational experience. Armed with a strong foundation in the field, I found the course to be both accommodating for beginners and challenging for those with more seasoned expertise.

    I am uniquely positioned to address the perennial debate between traditional college education and the intensive bootcamp ap...
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Tech Elevator Alumni Outcomes

70%
Employment Rate
83%
Graduation Rate
$74,000
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100% of students intended to seek in-field employment within 180 days of graduating. 0% of students did not intend to seek in-field employment. Below is the 180 Day Employment Breakdown for 24 graduates included in report:
180 Day employment breakdown
Employed in-field70.0%
Full-time employee45.0%
Full-time apprenticeship, internship or contract position25.0%
Short-term contract, part-time, or freelance0.0%
Started a new company or venture after graduation0.0%
Not seeking in-field employment0.0%
Employed out-of-field0.0%
Continuing to higher education0.0%
Not seeking a job for health, family, or personal reasons0.0%
Still seeking job in-field30.0%
Could not contact0.0%
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Jess Feldman
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Updated March 19, 2024
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Updated January 31, 2024
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Updated December 29, 2023
2023 was a bit of a rollercoaster year! We re rounding up the most impactful news we saw about coding bootcamps in 2023. Follow along as we highlight 2023 s top trends and break down the year s biggest coding bootcamp acquisition, fundraises, and initiatives. Plus, we re sharing our predictions for 2024 — from tech hiring to AI skills to bootcamp tuition financing! Course Report 2023 The Year in Review for Coding Bootcamp News 2023 Course Report in Numbers We added 113 new schools ...
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Updated November 06, 2023
Tech Elevator is known for its rigorous Java curriculum and comprehensive Pathway Program that prepares students for their first tech roles. But how do you choose between Tech Elevator s full-time bootcamp and the part-time bootcamp? Rita Stall, Senior Director of Digital Programs at Tech Elevator, breaks down the differences (and similarities!) between full-time and part-time bootcamps, and dispels any worries that incoming students may have about hireability as a ...
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Updated November 01, 2023
This October, we saw new reports on how AI skills and apprenticeships affect hireability. We re diving into AI skill adoption at coding bootcamps and how bootcamps could be poised to respond to the new AI skills gender gap. MacKenzie Scott continues to support tech training programs with a new 20M donation to a hardworking non-profit coding bootcamp. Find out about the state of tech apprenticeships and which coding bootcamps we added to the Course Report school listings this ...
Liz Eggleston
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Updated September 13, 2023
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Updated September 29, 2023
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Updated May 30, 2023
Lindsay Abdou is a professional singer, but as a mother of two small children, she was seeking more financial and work-life stability. Thanks to Tech Elevator s Represent Tech Scholarship, Lindsay enrolled in the part-time bootcamp, which allowed her to continue gigging and parenting while learning full-stack development. Lindsay dishes on how she landed her first tech role as a Software QA Tester at an edtech company and what it s like to start working a full-time tech role ...
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Updated December 15, 2023
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Updated March 30, 2023
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Updated March 27, 2023
D Parker took advantage of the career training offered to Apple retail employees, but eventually decided to fully pursue coding as a career. D enrolled at Tech Elevator tuition-free, thanks to Tech Elevator s Represent Tech Scholarship and a workforce development grant. Three years since graduating from Tech Elevator, D has made their way back to Apple, this time in a DevOps role as an Automation Lab Manager! D breaks down how Tech Elevator helped make this career change possible, ...
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Updated December 27, 2023
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Tech Elevator Alumni Reviews Summary

Based on 500+ Tech Elevator alumni reviews on Course Report, the bootcamps are praised for their effective teaching methods, comprehensive curriculum in coding and software development, and the supportive learning environment. One reviewer said, "Tech Elevator offers an incredible learning experience with passionate instructors and a well-structured curriculum." However, some reviews note that the intensity and pace of the courses can be challenging, especially for those completely new to coding.
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Tech Elevator is licensed under the Ohio State Board of Career Colleges and Schools, Pennsylvania State Board of Private Licensed Schools and Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs.
FAQs

How much does Tech Elevator cost?

Tech Elevator costs around $16,500.

Where does Tech Elevator have campuses?

Tech Elevator has in-person campuses in Cincinnati, Cleveland, Columbus, and Pittsburgh. Tech Elevator also has a remote classroom so students can learn online.

Is Tech Elevator worth it?

The data says yes! Tech Elevator reports a 93% graduation rate, a median salary of $65,000 and 88% of Tech Elevator alumni are employed. Tech Elevator hasn't shared alumni outcomes yet, but one way to determine if a bootcamp is worth it is by reading alumni reviews. 505 Tech Elevator alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed Tech Elevator on Course Report - you should start there!

Is Tech Elevator legit?

We let alumni answer that question. 505 Tech Elevator alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed Tech Elevator and rate their overall experience a 4.9 out of 5.

Does Tech Elevator offer scholarships or accept the GI Bill?

Yes, Tech Elevator accepts the GI Bill!

Can I read Tech Elevator reviews?

You can read 505 reviews of Tech Elevator on Course Report! Tech Elevator alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed Tech Elevator and rate their overall experience a 4.9 out of 5.

Is Tech Elevator accredited?

Tech Elevator is licensed under the Ohio State Board of Career Colleges and Schools, Pennsylvania State Board of Private Licensed Schools and Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs.

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