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Thinkful

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Thinkful, a Chegg service, provides every adult learner with a pathway to a rewarding career. This online bootcamp offers fast-paced, career-focused programs in Software Engineering, Data Science, Data Analytics, UX/UI Design, Digital Marketing, and Technical Project Management. These programs are offered in part-time and full-time formats. Students commit 20-25 hours per week in the part-time format, and up to 60 hours in the full-time option. All programs include...

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  • Matthew C.
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    May 13, 2021
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    A Fantastic Foundation

    Thinkfulbwas absolutely pinnacle in allowing me to Jumpstart my career. Without spending years and years getting a Bachelors degree, within 6 months Thinkful has given me incredible skills and knowledge that have set me up to start job searching for my dream career. In the Data Analytics Flex program, you get ample time to work on assignments that help you develop skills in excel, Python, sql, Tableau, and more! Even after completion, the network of career advisors work hand in hand to m...
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  • Jonny D
    Jonny D
    Software Developer • Student • Engineering Immersion • Atlanta
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    May 07, 2021
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    Engineering Immersion Program

    Honestly, way better than I thought it would be. The course itself taught me alot about what it was like to be in an enterpise enviroment, and best practices with an agile style. They helped me apply to alot of jobs, although I didn't really get anywhere for about a year or so. I dont really blame them, because they gave me the tools, and resources, and even set me up with a career coach. I think covid, and my lack of discipline held me back. Anyway very grateful to go through this cours...
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  • Jason Westfall
    Graduate • Data Analytics Flex • Online
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    May 06, 2021
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    If you want to be a data analyst...

    Before I got into Thinkful, I was doing some research on courses on how to become a data analyst.  I looked at Thinkful as one possibility and Udacity as another.  To get my feet wet, I decided to enroll in Udacity first as that was a cheaper option to see if I had the "chops" to do this as a career.  After passing two different courses, I enrolled in Thinkful as I wanted to gain some skills in Excel and Tableau.  I picked up doing SQL and Python from Udacity.  The other reason I decided...
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  • Terrick Terry
    Graduate • Data Analytics Immersion • Columbus
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    May 06, 2021
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    Do it!

    I was nervous at first about going to thinkful, but the program the instructors and my cohort were all wonderful. After graduating my advisor helped me tremendously with the job hunt process and I am positive the skills I have gained will be of use in Analytics and in other areas of my life.
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  • Gio P.
    Marketing Assistant • Student • Tampa
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    May 06, 2021
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    Digital Marketing Immersion

    I dabbled in digital marketing for a few years before I stumbled upon Thinkful's course. The reason I took it was because I wanted a professional certification proving I knew digital marketing AND to help me fine tune things I didn't know as a marketer. I really enjoyed the learning style, the class room environment, and working with my classmates. Thinkful provided me MORE than enough support, regardless of my experience level. I was referred to Thinkful by a friend and I don't regret i...
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  • Matthew Chisholm
    Data Analyst • Graduate • Data Analytics Flex • Online
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    Apr 29, 2021
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    Data Analytics Flex Program at Thinkful

    I absolutely loved my experience in the Data Analytics Flex Program with Thinkful.  The content was engaging but was not overload, my mentor was incredibly professional and encouraging, and I really felt like I received the sort of training I need to be a relevant candidate on the job from day 1.  I recommend this program as highly as I possibly can.  
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  • Cody Brandli
    Data Entry Specialist, Customer Service Representative • Graduate • Data Analytics Immersion • Online
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    Apr 29, 2021
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    Data Analytics Immersion

    One of the most intense learning experiences of my life and loved the curriculum. If you are looking to get true real time application of analytics this is the curriculum for you, maybe never thought you would be able to go back to school this school is life changing. The immersion course I took was so mind fulfilling, I never expected to be tested so mentally and truly enjoy it. All around amazing experience from instructors, mentors, advisors, curriculum.
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  • Daniel
    Sr. Analyst • Student
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    Apr 28, 2021
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    Data Analytics Flex recommend

    Through Thinkful Data Analytics Flex program, I was able to get a job offer, Senior Analyst at a Healthcare industry. There are so many good things about this program, which is called Job Gureentee. For some reason, if you are not hired after 6 months you graduated, then you will get refunded. This was the main reason why I chose this program over others. I thought that I have nothing to lose. 

    Through this program, I learned Exel, SQL, Tableau and Python. The quality of the conte...
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  • German
    Product Designer • Graduate • UX/UI Immersion • Orlando
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    Apr 28, 2021
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    UX/UI Immersion

    Before enrolling in Thinkful's UX/UI Immersion program, I was working as a graphic designer making $15 an hour (after graduating with a BFA).

    The course was excellent at getting me ready to find a job in the field—with tons of information and resources. It helped that I had a graphic design background, but I also got as much out of the program as I put into it.

    We had three different instructors with different backgrounds (freelance, agency, and in-house). They were all ver...
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  • Jake Elizondo
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    Apr 28, 2021
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    Software Engineering Immersion

    Overall I had an excellent experience at Thinkful which culminated in accepting a job offer as a Software Engineer one month after my graduation. The curriculum and instructors I thought were really great, though I was the last cohort on that version of the curriculum, so I cannot speak to the new curriculum. Hopefully they have added in React Hooks. My one less-than-great experience was the group work, I think they are actively working on finding a better way to structure group coding. ...
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  • Mel
    Data Analyst • Graduate • Online
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    Apr 22, 2021
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    Data Analytics Flex

    Thinkful provided a thorough review of the building blocks for being a data analyst. I felt confident applying to jobs with the knowledge I gained. Thinkful offers plenty of virtual support from weekly sessions with a mentor from your area of study to a job coach after completion of the course. There is chat tutors and virtual tutoring rooms.  
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  • Thomas Orgler
    Product Analyst
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    Apr 22, 2021
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    Data Science Flex

    Was a great opportunity to learn the ins and outs of data science and apply in real-time projects. Very grateful to the program and how structured it is to set the student up for success. 
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Thinkful Alumni Outcomes

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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 9 graduates included in report:
180 Day employment breakdown
Employed in-field77.8%
Full-time employee77.8%
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 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-field22.2%
Could not contact0.0%
salary breakdown
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FAQs

How much does Thinkful cost?

Thinkful costs around $13,475. On the lower end, some Thinkful courses like Digital Marketing Flex cost $4,600.

What courses does Thinkful teach?

Thinkful offers courses like Data Analytics Flex, Data Science Flex, Digital Marketing Flex, Engineering Flex and 2 more.

Where does Thinkful have campuses?

Thinkful teaches students Online in a remote classroom.

Is Thinkful worth it?

The data says yes! In 2019, Thinkful reported a 0% graduation rate, a median salary of $60,450, and 78% of Thinkful alumni are employed. Thinkful hasn't shared alumni outcomes yet, but one way to determine if a bootcamp is worth it is by reading alumni reviews. 917 Thinkful alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed Thinkful on Course Report - you should start there!

Is Thinkful legit?

We let alumni answer that question. 917 Thinkful alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed Thinkful and rate their overall experience a 4.53 out of 5.

Does Thinkful offer scholarships or accept the GI Bill?

Right now, it doesn't look like Thinkful 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 Thinkful reviews?

You can read 917 reviews of Thinkful on Course Report! Thinkful alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed Thinkful and rate their overall experience a 4.53 out of 5.

Is Thinkful accredited?

While bootcamps must be approved to operate, accreditation is relatively rare. Thinkful doesn't yet share information about their accreditation status.

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