The Tech Academy
The Tech Academy is a trade school headquartered in Portland, Oregon that offers full-time and part-time bootcamps online and in-person at their Portland campus.The Tech Academy offers bootcamps in computer programming, website development, cybersecurity, game development, mobile development, data science, and front-end development. The immersive experience aims to create well-rounded technology professionals, and also gives students the option to take the course at their own pace. There are also no set starts dates or rigid scheduling. Students can enroll at any time, study from home, and choose whatever study schedule they would like.
The Tech Academy’s bootcamps cover topics including computer science fundamentals, programming basics, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, SQL, C#, Python, Bootstrap, jQuery, React.js, project management, Agile, Scrum, MVC, version control, Java, and more. Each bootcamp also includes a Live Project, where students gain real-life experience to add to their resume as well as job placement assistance.
None of The Tech Academy's bootcamps require any tech background or experience. To apply, applicants need to take an IQ test with logic-based questions (to ensure applicants can read, write and perform basic math), followed by an admissions interview.
The final part of every The Tech Academy bootcamp is the Job Placement Course which covers interviewing skills, resume writing, where to find tech jobs, and gives students access to job placement staff who assist students in landing technical positions.
407 The Tech Academy Reviews
SylviaStudentSep 05, 2015Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob AssistanceJavaScript Course from The Tech Academy
Ahhh Javascript! :) Before taking the course, I had a limited amount of familiarity with Javascript and its syntax. I feel like I gained a lot of practical knowledge about the jQuery library from taking this Javascript course. I really enjoyed going through the hands on tutorials in the videos and doing the exercises -many Aha moments for me! It let me see the bigger picture of how powerful the Javascript language is. The exercises also provided just the right amount of chall...
Ahhh Javascript! :) Before taking the course, I had a limited amount of familiarity with Javascript and its syntax. I feel like I gained a lot of practical knowledge about the jQuery library from taking this Javascript course. I really enjoyed going through the hands on tutorials in the videos and doing the exercises -many Aha moments for me! It let me see the bigger picture of how powerful the Javascript language is. The exercises also provided just the right amount of challenge to allow me to spend time reading through documentation and figuring out the intricacies of jQuery. Overall, I learned to appreciate jQuery more and look forward to working with it more as I want to specialize in front end engineering in software development. Can't wait to learn other Javascript frameworks in the future, and I think this course provided a strong foundation in doing so!- DustinGraduate • Software Developer Bootcamp • PortlandJun 05, 2015Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
When I first heard about the Tech Academy’s claim of 100% job placement, I thought that it must be some type of scam.
When I first heard about the Tech Academy’s claim of 100% job placement, I thought that it must be some type of scam. I quickly emailed the school and scheduled a tour to check things out. Once I came through the door, I realized that my fears had been entirely misplaced. It was readily apparent from talking to Erik that this was not about getting him rich quick, but about teaching students the skills that they needed to get a job that fit them.
I le...When I first heard about the Tech Academy’s claim of 100% job placement, I thought that it must be some type of scam. I quickly emailed the school and scheduled a tour to check things out. Once I came through the door, I realized that my fears had been entirely misplaced. It was readily apparent from talking to Erik that this was not about getting him rich quick, but about teaching students the skills that they needed to get a job that fit them.
I learned a lot more in the five months that I’ve been at Tech Academy than I expected to. I was sure that there was no way that I would be able to cram in all of the information in the curriculum in such a short time, but I did. The way that the courses are structured, with each building on the content of the previous, keeps everything that you’ve learned active in your brain and easy to recall when the next thing that you’re learning requires you to know it.
Where the program really came to life was the Live Project. I didn’t think I was at-all ready when I started it (are you starting to notice a trend?), but after two weeks of working on the project, I knew JavaScript and jQuery inside and out. In addition, I got to be introduced to working in a team using the Scrum methodology, which has proven to be a very attractive skill to prospective employers.
The instructors have been very supportive in my education. They’re always there to answer any of my questions and to give me a nudge if I need motivation. The lab-like environment that the school operates in has been very beneficial to me, personally. It has enabled me to do things at my pace, sometimes breakneck speeds and others at a slow but steady crawl.
Lastly, the school has been phenomenal about helping students to find jobs. They conduct weekly interviews with the students to see where they are in their studies and in the job hunt, and always offer to help with anything that the student needs. Also, Danny, the job placement director, has been very proactive about sending out my résumé to companies that he thinks would be a good fit for me. I ended up getting a position with a great company the day before I finished the program.
My experience with Tech Academy has been extraordinary and I would highly recommend the school to anyone who wants to pursue a career in the software development field.
Thank you,
Dustin L - JamesJunior Software Engineer • Graduate • Software Developer Bootcamp • PortlandMay 28, 2015Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
It Worked.
I was very pleased to make it through this program and land a job shortly after, exactly as intended/advertised. The curriculum was easy to understand and well thought out. Every exercise built upon lessons learned in previous exercises so you always felt prepared with the knowledge to accomplish your goal. The instructors were professional, friendly, and knowledgable and really understood how to steer you toward the solution rather than hand it over freely. Overall, I had a great experience ...I was very pleased to make it through this program and land a job shortly after, exactly as intended/advertised. The curriculum was easy to understand and well thought out. Every exercise built upon lessons learned in previous exercises so you always felt prepared with the knowledge to accomplish your goal. The instructors were professional, friendly, and knowledgable and really understood how to steer you toward the solution rather than hand it over freely. Overall, I had a great experience and definitely recommend the program to others. FYI, I went in with no professional computer background. - NathanGraduate • Software Developer Bootcamp • PortlandMay 21, 2015Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
I enjoyed my time at The Tech Academy
When I joined The Tech Academy a little over 5 months ago I did not know what to expect. I came from having a little knowledge of programming in C#/XAML working on the Windows 8 platform. I have to say that trying to teach myself C#/XAML was fun but I did not have a broad range of knowledge it was more like building a foundation a room at a time with big gaps between rooms. After attending the school I really feel that I have a much higher understating of develo...
When I joined The Tech Academy a little over 5 months ago I did not know what to expect. I came from having a little knowledge of programming in C#/XAML working on the Windows 8 platform. I have to say that trying to teach myself C#/XAML was fun but I did not have a broad range of knowledge it was more like building a foundation a room at a time with big gaps between rooms. After attending the school I really feel that I have a much higher understating of developing, and my foundation is so much stronger where I feel like I am ready to get a developer job.
Programming is not, read a book and become an expert, it’s a constant learning and following tech. I enjoyed my time at the Academy learning and helping fellow students. Technology moves very fast therefore as a student I encourage each and every one of you to follow tech news like your job depends on it, (It kind of does). If you want to learn one thing and hope that it will never change, being a programmer is not the right career for that.
- ZackGraduate • Software Developer Bootcamp • PortlandMay 20, 2015Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
I highly recommend this program to get you started in the Tech industry.
What makes the Tech Academy great is their focus on two fundamentals of any job in tech:
1) Having an understanding of how computers work on a big picture level andhow that relates to programming and software development.
2) Having the ability to work through problems on your own in order to become a problem solver. That second fundamental essentially sums up the responsibility of an IT professional; getting paid to solve problems.<...What makes the Tech Academy great is their focus on two fundamentals of any job in tech:
1) Having an understanding of how computers work on a big picture level andhow that relates to programming and software development.
2) Having the ability to work through problems on your own in order to become a problem solver. That second fundamental essentially sums up the responsibility of an IT professional; getting paid to solve problems.
However, The Tech Academy's commitment to instilling a foundation in the first fundamental is what separates it from other programs.
I graduated with a degree in Philosophy and wanted to pursue a career in Data Science. I knew that I needed to learn how to code, and tried to teach myself. I found myself struggling and realized it was because I didn't have that fundamental understanding of how computers work.
The Tech Academy gave me that fundamental understanding that most software developers learn from a computer science degree. Instead I learned it in a couple of weeks for a fraction of the cost of a 4 yr CS degree.
A great tennis player needs an experienced coach to teach them proper technique, and plenty of practice to master that technique. The same is true about programming. The truth is that no boot camp will make you into a software developer; only you can by practicing how to solve problems on your own. However, The Tech Academy teaches you the fundamentals of how to
solve problems.
I highly recommend this program to get you started in the Tech industry.
I recently got a job as a data analyst for a start-up and know that I would not have got the job had I not enrolled in the Tech Academy. Enroll in the Tech Academy and within a few months you will have separated yourself from other candidates for a job by learning how to code, and most importantly learning how to solve problems.
- Zachery Ober - Adam J. SmithGraduate • Software Developer Bootcamp • PortlandMay 01, 2015Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Perfect
So how to begin...Frank Lloyd Wright once said 'You can't make an architect. But you can open the doors and windows towards the light as you see it.' Wow, how true. The Tech Academy has opened a new door for me in my life. Working in the restaurant industry for many years had become mundane. To be honest, I had lost much of my drive to really learn and think and that's one of the greatest gifts that The Tech Academy has given back to me.
The Tech Academy has given...
So how to begin...Frank Lloyd Wright once said 'You can't make an architect. But you can open the doors and windows towards the light as you see it.' Wow, how true. The Tech Academy has opened a new door for me in my life. Working in the restaurant industry for many years had become mundane. To be honest, I had lost much of my drive to really learn and think and that's one of the greatest gifts that The Tech Academy has given back to me.
The Tech Academy has given me the building blocks to learn and the positive environment to grow my confidence in a new field. The progression of the courses from Computer Basics through Mobile Development were seamless, with each course allowing me to grow quickly from a good foundation to completion and what I like to call 'a light bulb moment.'
I can't thank the staff enough for the help and encouragement given to me throughout my time at the Academy.
- AndrewStudent • Software Developer Bootcamp • PortlandMay 01, 2015Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Good stuff!
Tech Acad is awesome! I love this school, first time I've ever said that about a learning institution - I never thought I'd ever say that about school.
- AnonymousStudent • Software Developer Bootcamp • PortlandMay 01, 2015Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Just finished my first course at The Tech Academy
The Computer Basics course offered understanding into the process of the computer. I thought the history behind computers was informative and learning some basics of binary was super cool.
I think that these basics will help me better understand the machine I am working with as I continue through this course. I was happy to be given so many definitions. They were written simply and were easy to comprehend instead...
The Computer Basics course offered understanding into the process of the computer. I thought the history behind computers was informative and learning some basics of binary was super cool.
I think that these basics will help me better understand the machine I am working with as I continue through this course. I was happy to be given so many definitions. They were written simply and were easy to comprehend instead of overwhelming, Like Googling the term 'RAM' without any knowledge on the subject can do. The videos were also a wonderful contribution to the learning process. I hope there are more as I go through the course because watching and listening really helps in understanding some of the more difficult concepts.
I thought this course was fun and that writing the essays were helpful. It is hard to retain all of the definitions but the essays were an exercise that made that easier.
This course made me enthusiastic where as before I started the Tech Academy I was nervous and felt daunted. I know it will get harder but from the first course layout, I do not feel as overwhelmed as before.
- Derrik NComputer programmer • Software Developer Bootcamp • PortlandApr 30, 2015Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Can't say enough good things about my experience
Prior to attending the Tech Academy, I had worked as a Licensed Nurse for 6 years. I've always enjoyed helping people meet their goals, but I've also had a long-standing desire to learn programming more intimately. I've been working with computers for most of my life, but almost entirely as a hobby. I decided on the Tech Academy after I met with Erik and his staff. They were genuine and very interested in helping me meet my goals of entering the I.T. field as a Junior Software ...
Prior to attending the Tech Academy, I had worked as a Licensed Nurse for 6 years. I've always enjoyed helping people meet their goals, but I've also had a long-standing desire to learn programming more intimately. I've been working with computers for most of my life, but almost entirely as a hobby. I decided on the Tech Academy after I met with Erik and his staff. They were genuine and very interested in helping me meet my goals of entering the I.T. field as a Junior Software Developer.
I can't say enough good things about my experience. From the clean, quiet atmosphere to the welcoming nature of the staff-- The Tech Academy is a place for learning and self-development. The self-paced structure of the curriculum allowed me to take my time on concepts that were difficult. The instructors are extremely polite and helpful, always willing to take the time to help with difficult problems. The staff provided absolutely all the support one could wish for. Beyond the professionalism of the staff, the most important part to me was that they were all genuinely decent, kind, and good-hearted people who care about the success of the students.
The curriculum covers a great deal of cutting-edge industry standard technologies that are being utilized in the industry right now. In fact, before my completion of the program, I was able to work on and help architect a live project for a paying client. This gave invaluable real-life experience that I would not have gained without the help of The Tech Academy.For myself, the most impactful learning experience at the Tech Academy was not simply the memorization of the nomenclature of a programming language, but instead how to think like a programmer. The curriculum consistently drove-home the need to break down problems into smaller ones in order to understand the big picture. This method of thinking has allowed me to conceptualize the architecture of software on a level that I was not able to prior to my enrollment in this program. I know that I have a lot more to learn, but I feel that the Tech Academy has given me everything I need to go forth and succeed as a Junior Software Developer.
- Daniel McDonaldGraduate • Software Developer Bootcamp • PortlandApr 30, 2015Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Just got a great job
What an amazing blur these last three months have been. My time at the Tech Academy has passed quickly, but definitely not unproductively. The Tech Academy provided an organized, well structured, directed environment in which I could push myself to learn and apply the fundamental concepts of software development. From basic terms and concepts to languages and practices, Tech Academy exposed me to the what it is to be a Software Developer, and better yet, hel...
What an amazing blur these last three months have been. My time at the Tech Academy has passed quickly, but definitely not unproductively. The Tech Academy provided an organized, well structured, directed environment in which I could push myself to learn and apply the fundamental concepts of software development. From basic terms and concepts to languages and practices, Tech Academy exposed me to the what it is to be a Software Developer, and better yet, helped me become one. Along the journey I met new friends and made many connections which will prove useful as I continue to grow and work in the development field. I'm glad that I chose to go through the Tech Academy's program and have come out with a strong sense of accomplishment, capability, and confidence. Programming is a vast ocean and there's always so much more to learn; but with the knowledge I've learned from the Tech Academy, I now feel able to sail those waters successfully on my own!
- Neil TDeveloper • Graduate • Software Developer Bootcamp • PortlandApr 30, 2015Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
I am happy with my experience at the school
Studying at The Tech Academy was a great experience, and was a big key in reaching my goals of learning a lot about software development, understanding object oriented programming, and landing a job at an awesome software company in Portland. I began the program with a fair amount of computer knowledge, which helped me get through the first few courses pretty quickly. Understanding how to work with databases, code in Python, and especially grasp the concepts of C# programming was...
Studying at The Tech Academy was a great experience, and was a big key in reaching my goals of learning a lot about software development, understanding object oriented programming, and landing a job at an awesome software company in Portland. I began the program with a fair amount of computer knowledge, which helped me get through the first few courses pretty quickly. Understanding how to work with databases, code in Python, and especially grasp the concepts of C# programming was no easy task, but the course material and assistance from the instructors and other students helped me break through and comprehend them. There is a vast, vast amount of knowledge to be understood in just a few months of study, and the school's method of starting out with the basics and building on that with each course made it easier. Being in this learning environment 8 hours a day for 5 days a week was certainly helpful -- however, I really liked the flexibility of schedule that the school allows, as some of it can be done off site. When I started, I was still working full time, and studying in the evenings, so I appreciated having this option. I particularly found the coding drills to be the best learning tools in the program. They were challenging and really made me think and learn by jumping in and coding, which is the best way to learn how to code. I thought the Live Project was awesome, and developing a real-world web site project as a team was a great way to learn from other students as well as contribute to a project.
The curriculum was very comprehensive and I liked that it covered complicated concepts like object oriented programming and databases, and wasn't limited to just learning a handful of simpler Web-based languages. I liked that I was challenged frequently, and was often stuck, but help was always available when I couldn't figure something out. I found the C# drills to be particularly challenging, and helped me the most when I went to take the MTA exam. When I first walked into the school, there'sno way I could have passed the exam. Taking the exam and answering the questions correctly made me realize how much I've learned over the pastfew months. Overall, I am happy with my experience at the school and feel that I have a strong foundation of knowledge and skills that will benefit me throughout my career in the software industry. - E. HayesStudent • Software Developer Bootcamp • PortlandApr 30, 2015Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
I had no previous experience in coding...
The Tech Academy started out easy and then got more and more advanced until I was coding in Python and developing websites etc. Before going there, I hadn't programmed at all. They've developed a program I think any person could get through. Which was awesome for me because I had no prior experience.
The Tech Academy Alumni Outcomes
| Employed in-field | 70.1% |
| Full-time employee | 70.1% |
| Full-time apprenticeship, internship or contract position | 0.0% |
| Short-term contract, part-time, or freelance | 0.0% |
| Started a new company or venture after graduation | 0.0% |
| Not seeking in-field employment | 11.2% |
| Employed out-of-field | 2.8% |
| Continuing to higher education | 4.7% |
| Not seeking a job for health, family, or personal reasons | 3.8% |
| Still seeking job in-field | 8.5% |
| Could not contact | 10.2% |
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How much does The Tech Academy cost?
The Tech Academy costs around $14,000. On the lower end, some The Tech Academy courses like Self-Paced Front-End Web Developer Boot Camp cost $1,800.
What courses does The Tech Academy teach?
The Tech Academy offers courses like Online C# and .NET Framework Boot Camp (full-time), Online C# and .NET Framework Boot Camp (part-time), Online Cyber Security Boot Camp (full-time), Online Cyber Security Boot Camp (part-time) and 29 more.
Where does The Tech Academy have campuses?
The Tech Academy has in-person campuses in Portland. The Tech Academy also has a remote classroom so students can learn online.
Is The Tech Academy worth it?
The data says yes! The Tech Academy reports a 72% graduation rate, a median salary of $54,000 and 85% of The Tech Academy alumni are employed. The Tech Academy hasn't shared alumni outcomes yet, but one way to determine if a bootcamp is worth it is by reading alumni reviews. 407 The Tech Academy alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed The Tech Academy on Course Report - you should start there!
Is The Tech Academy legit?
We let alumni answer that question. 407 The Tech Academy alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed The Tech Academy and rate their overall experience a 4.85 out of 5.
Does The Tech Academy offer scholarships or accept the GI Bill?
Right now, it doesn't look like The Tech Academy offers scholarships or accepts the GI Bill. We're always adding to the list of schools that do offer Exclusive Course Report Scholarships and a list of the bootcamps that accept the GI Bill.
Can I read The Tech Academy reviews?
You can read 407 reviews of The Tech Academy on Course Report! The Tech Academy alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed The Tech Academy and rate their overall experience a 4.85 out of 5.
Is The Tech Academy accredited?
We are a licensed trade school through the Higher Education Coordinating Commission (and other state licensing bodies), authorized to certify students in coding and other technical professions.