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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.
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.
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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.
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% |
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. 408 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. 408 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 408 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.
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