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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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  • Benjamin Klimchock
    Programmer Analyst • Graduate • Full-Time Java Coding Bootcamp - Remote • Online
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    Oct 27, 2022
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    Challenging and Rewarding

    Tech Elevator was a big step to helping me transition into a career in tech. Previously I dabbled in some basic web development but I knew I wanted to get more serious about it. I researched coding bootcamps and Tech Elevator was recommended almost everywhere I went. Between their reputation on different forums and from the statistics of previous graduates in the CIRR, Council on Integrity in Results Reporting, I went through the process to enroll and take the bootcamp. It gave me a grea...
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  • Caitlin Naber
    Software Developer • Graduate • Full-Time Java Coding Bootcamp - In-person • Columbus
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    Oct 27, 2022
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    Best decision I've ever made

    I have always loved making things and figuring out the best way to approach a task. This eventually led me to start coding in my free time and I was hooked. When I decided I wanted to try and make a career change, I knew I needed to find a bootcamp both to make sure that I was learning best practices and for the network of employers. I did my research and found that Tech Elevator had the best graduation rates and the best placement rates. 

    I left a solid and uninteresting career t...
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  • Alison Walker
    Consultant • Graduate • Full-Time Java Coding Bootcamp - Remote • Online
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    Oct 25, 2022
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    Life Changing Experience

    Not only did Tech Elevator teach me the skills to join a great profession but it gave me confidence in my everyday life. The pathway program helped me with speaking to people when before I was really shy. The instructors were very supportive and helpful which made learning at a fast pace much easier. Tech Elevator was the best decision I’ve ever made when it comes to my career.
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  • Andorra Fields
    Software Developer • Graduate • Detroit
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    Oct 21, 2022
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    I retooled and changed the trajectory of my life...

    You can do it too. We can be in our 40s and start over, and it can be WONDERFUL. I don't have a college degree. I left my job and studied Java full time at Tech Elevator in Detroit. I graduated after 14 weeks in April of 2020, and accepted a job offer in June 2020 during the pandemic. Based on my experience, here are some bulletpoints: 
    • I borrowed the money for tuition - I have paid it back. Worth it.
    • The bootcamp hours are about 9-5. Plan for 9-9. If you don't hav...
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  • Tyson Thorp
    Programmer • Graduate • Full-Time .NET/C# Coding Bootcamp - In-person • Cincinnati
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    Oct 20, 2022
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    A new career starts here

    I went into Tech Elevator with no previous computer programming experience and their 14-week course helped usher me into a new career in the tech field. TE's Pathway Program gave me a leg up on other bootcamp graduates because they teach you, not only the skills you need to do the job, but the ones you need to get it, through mock interviews and practice questions.  The faculty put their students in the room with hiring managers of several local companies to get face-to-face exposure in ...
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  • Seth Post
    Associate Software Engineer • Graduate • Full-Time Java Coding Bootcamp - Remote • Online
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    Oct 13, 2022
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    The Real Deal

    I entered Tech Elevator having been a high school music teacher for 5 years. I had no coding experience except for a free Java basics course I took online a few months prior to enrolling to see if I enjoyed coding. Within two months of graduating, I've been hired as a software developer.

    The curriculum is comprehensive and fast-paced as a result. It is likely that not everything will stick right away the first time, but as long as you are paying attention, actively participating, ...
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  • Rob
    Software Engineer • Graduate • Full-Time Java Coding Bootcamp - In-person • Columbus
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    Oct 05, 2022
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    Tech Elevator changed my life

    I had a friend who went through Tech Elevator back in early 2019, so I was able to watch his career trajectory for a few years after his graduation. I realized at the end of 2021 that his career in tech was exploding upward. He walked me through some exercises and gave me background how development worked, and I was instantly hooked. I quit my job a few months later, started the summer cohort, and could not imagine my life in this position even a year ago. I had Steve Carmichael as my in...
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  • Jessi
    Software Engineer • Graduate • Columbus
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    Sep 28, 2022
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    A Great Option for those who want to Change their Life

    Tech Elevator is an absolutely amazing program. I went from not knowing any code to landing a job as a Software Engineer. The thing that really impressed me about Tech Elevator was how much the people there care. My instructors (shout out to Matt and John!!) were absolutely phenomenal. They had immense amounts of patience and knowledge and belief in every single one of their students. They were always willing to help with homework, side projects, and were always willing to lend a listeni...
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  • David Hatfield
    Software Engineer • Graduate • Full-Time .NET/C# Coding Bootcamp - In-person • Columbus
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    Sep 21, 2022
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    I did it with the invaluable help of TE

    5 whole months exactly!

    That's how long it took me to go from a barber to an employed software engineer. 

    I gave up my business on May 3 and I'm starting my new role as a software engineer at JPMorgan Chase & Co. on October 3! 

    I am so excited to join the team there, and start the next chapter of my story! I can't wait to keep learning and applying all the knowledge that I acquired at tech elevator. Most of all I'm so pumped to meet and start working with my team...
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  • Kyle Moore
    Graduate • Full-Time Java Coding Bootcamp - In-person • Wilmington
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    Sep 20, 2022
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    Best Decision

    If you're thinking of doing a coding bootcamp, do yourself a favor and choose Tech Elevator. I did lots of research before I decided, and I definitely made the best decision. It is an intense 14 weeks of constant new information every single day, but you leave with a skillset to change your life. They tell you to be prepared to spend around 60-70hrs a week, and that is definitely true throughout most of the bootcamp. It's a big time commitment, but well worth it. There will be plenty of ...
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  • Bobi
    Junior Data Engineer • Full-Time Java Coding Bootcamp - In-person • Philadelphia
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    Sep 19, 2022
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    Highly Recommend

    I learned so much and made some great friends along the way. There was plenty of opportunity to get additional time with instructors, and plenty of projects and work to put what you're learning into practice which solidified the concepts for me. What's really special about it is the career support. They help you feel confident in your skills to get the interview, ace the interview and land the job. I had an absolutely great experience and would recommend it to anyone looking to change ca...
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  • Zach Zelouf
    Software Engineer • Graduate • Full-Time .NET/C# Coding Bootcamp - In-person • Philadelphia
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    Jun 13, 2022
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    Amazing Experience

    It's funny to think that just 6 months ago I was reading reviews on this website to decide whether or not to take the plunge. And the truth is that everything I read here turned out to be exactly what TE is all about and can do to change the course of your life. Granted I don't know other bootcamps as I only experienced this one, but I have nothing but positive things to relate regarding picking TE as your bootcamp.

    The curriculum, support, fellow people in your cohort, and pathwa...
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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
It s 2024 and the average bootcamp tuition is still 14,000 — the same as it s been for the last decade. So why does it feel harder to pay for a bootcamp these days? In this Live Q&A, admissions representatives from four coding bootcamps Springboard, General Assembly, Flatiron School, and Tech Elevator offer their expert insights on creative ways to pay for a coding bootcamp. They re answering popular questions, like What are coding bootcamps doing to make bootcamp tuition ...
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Updated January 31, 2024
Happy 2024! The demand for New Collar workers and skills-based hiring was a key takeaway from the news in January. Alongside the call for increased skills-based hiring, there were five programs conscientiously launching tech skills training this month that are either reduced tuition or totally free to students. At Course Report, we released our list of the 39 Best Coding Bootcamps of 2024 with an accompanying podcast episode that dives deeper into our choices. Plus, find ...
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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 ...
Jess Feldman
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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
The evolution of artificial intelligence or AI is quickly shaping how Software Engineers, Data Scientists, Cybersecurity Analysts, and UX / UI Product Designers do their jobs. So what s happening with AI in tech bootcamps in 2023? They re adapting! From hosting free workshops and events at General Assembly to launching AI enhancements to all of Flatiron School s bootcamp curriculum, coding bootcamps are already working AI into their schools. We invited tech experts from ...
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Updated September 29, 2023
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Jess Feldman
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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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4.9
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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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