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The Tech Academy

Average Rating4.83
418 Reviews
39 Courses

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 part-time and full-time bootcamps in computer programming, website development, cybersecurity, game development, mobile development, data science, front-end development, tech marketing, and tech sales. 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.

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  • Kellan Loew
    Kellan Loew
    Software Developer • Graduate • Denver
    Nov 18, 2022
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    Fun and learned a lot

    The Tech Academy gives a very good foundation of what computer programming is and a solid intro to several languages. I think the courses could have been a little more hands on -- more exercises and drills, though the projects were quite fun. The job assistance part was really just about getting you prepped for your interview, polishing up your resume, and applying to a few jobs you find on your own.
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  • Spencer Davis
    Spencer Davis
    Student • Online Software Developer Boot Camp (full-time) • Online
    Nov 17, 2022
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    A great bootcamp

    I have autism and ADHD which makes traditional learning difficult for me. The Tech Academys self paced boot camps are extremly understandable and don't cause for any disregulation. I'm only halfway through, but I would do this course over a traditional 2-4 year college any day. 
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  • Jeremy Patton
    Jeremy Patton
    Graduate • Self-Paced Cyber Security Boot Camp • Online
    Nov 07, 2022
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    Very fun experience

    I've always been a self learner and the Tech Academy's bootcamp was the perfect fit. By the time you're halfway through the bootcamp you already have a nice portfolio and thorough understanding of computing/programming concepts. The team are always ready to help and guide you through your assignments. Highly recommended. 
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  • Robert Greene
    Robert Greene
    Graduate • Online Cyber Security Boot Camp (full-time) • Portland
    Oct 21, 2022
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    Excellent and Robust Program

    This course does a thorough job of going from the basics of technology, all the way to the specifics of a particular career field. This is a self-paced course with an incredible amount of content. The course is set up so that if you fall behind, you can catch-up without a penalty. It does a good job a touching on a broad spectrum of topics to get exposure to what's out there. The best part is towards the end when you get to start applying all the basics that have be...
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  • Renato
    Renato
    Graduate • Online Software Developer Boot Camp (full-time) • Online
    Sep 07, 2022
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    A thorough full-stack boot camp

    I started out by attending the Web Developer Boot Camp (front end) .  Upon completion, I decided to continue my studies and add the additional modules for The Software Developer Boot Camp (full stack).   The total time for full completion was about 5 months.  

    The Tech Academy has a bespoke Learning Management System (LMS).  It is well thought out and following it will methodically move one through the program.  It entails well-written definitions and summaries of technology conce...
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  • Tyler Rue
    Tyler Rue
    Jr Software Developer, App Dev • Graduate • Online Front-End Web Developer Boot Camp (full-time) • Online
    Aug 26, 2022
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    Graduate Experience (Remote Student)

    Review:
    From the start of my time with The Tech Academy, I felt like I had a solid team in my 
    corner to help me face any challenges that came my way. The enrollment process was
     smooth (shoutout to Jackie), the instructors were always responsive, and the 
    curriculum felt more and more fulfilling as I ventured further. 
    The job placement team reached out from the very beginning to assist in 
    interview prep, resume critiquing, and networking (can't stress how important <...
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    Brett Caudle of The Tech Academy

    Job Placement

    Aug 26, 2022

    This review is fantastic! Thank you!
  • Mark
    Mark
    Graduate • Online Software Developer Boot Camp (full-time) • Online
    Jun 09, 2022
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    Software Developer

    I had a pretty good experience in this boot camp, I learned the fundamentals of the program languages I learned and it was really cool . I did take a leap of faith trying to do this online, I wanted to do it in person but that was during the whole pandemic, If you're like me that does well in a in-person/class setting it may be hard to do things online but that's just me. I had a couple instructors I really liked and were willing to help were pretty good and help break things down. It wa...
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    Brett Caudle of The Tech Academy

    Job Placement

    Jun 10, 2022

    Yeah, I can definitely understand your points. I'm very happy to hear that overall it was an enjoyable experience for you!
  • Dalton
    Dalton
    Instructor @ The Tech Academy • Graduate • Online Data Science Boot Camp (full-time) • Portland
    Apr 18, 2022
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    Best Boot Camp Experience

    The Tech Academy has changed my life forever. I just recently moved to the Portland area and was confused about what to do with my life. I tried different jobs, but couldn't find the right fit. I kept hearing that trade schools were a good choice, so I stumbled upon The Tech Academy. After looking into The Tech Academy I realized that the tech industry was a good fit for me and saw their Data Science course. After applying and working with the wonderful admission staff I got accepted and...
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    Brett Caudle of The Tech Academy

    Job Placement

    Apr 20, 2022

    So awesome to hear!
  • Charlie Johnson-Hicks
    Charlie Johnson-Hicks
    Graduate • Online Cyber Security Boot Camp (full-time) • Online
    Apr 01, 2022
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    Great for beginners!

    The step by step process of the course makes it easy to follow along while continuously learning key concepts. 
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    Brett Caudle of The Tech Academy

    Job Placement

    Apr 01, 2022

    Thanks Carly!
  • Jesse Staudt
    Jesse Staudt
    Online Cyber Security Boot Camp (full-time) • Online
    Mar 18, 2022
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    Would recommend to anyone interested in getting into tech

    I had a very good experience while going through my bootcamp. I felt everyone that I spoke to from The Tech Academy truly cared about my success. I also liked that I was able to learn everything on my own schedule. All of the instructors were very helpful when I asked for help.
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    Brett Caudle of The Tech Academy

    Job Placement

    Mar 22, 2022

    Thank you for your review!
  • Y'shua Stokes
    Y'shua Stokes
    Graduate • Online Game Developer Boot Camp (full-time) • Online
    Mar 15, 2022
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    Great Experience!

    I really enjoyed my time at the Tech Academy, they really give you everything you need to get your foot in the door of the tech industry. Great curriculum, exciting projects.
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    Brett Caudle of The Tech Academy

    Job Placement

    Mar 17, 2022

    Thanks Y'shua! You've got a very bright future!
  • Nathan Crawford
    Nathan Crawford
    Graduate • Online Python Developer Boot Camp (part-time) • Online
    Mar 01, 2022
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    Online Python Developer Course(part-time)

    This boot camp was amazing. They gave me the structure I was missing and the tools to keep moving forward. I had so much fun learning about programming with The Tech Academy. They start you off with some basics, show you some cool projects that you can do with just the basics, create a portfolio site and work a live project at the end to show off everything you learned. Then they build up your confidence even more with some job placement training. This was a great experience and I cannot...
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    Brett Caudle of The Tech Academy

    Job Placement

    Mar 17, 2022

    You've got an incredible future ahead!

The Tech Academy Alumni Outcomes

70%
Employment Rate
80%
Graduation Rate
$45,000
Median Salary
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95% of students intended to seek in-field employment within 180 days of graduating. 5% of students did not intend to seek in-field employment. Below is the 180 Day Employment Breakdown for 158 graduates included in report:
180 Day employment breakdown
Employed in-field70.1%
Full-time employee70.1%
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 employment11.2%
Employed out-of-field2.8%
Continuing to higher education4.7%
Not seeking a job for health, family, or personal reasons3.8%
Still seeking job in-field8.5%
Could not contact10.2%
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Notes and Caveats
This is the 180-day employment breakdown. We continue to help our graduates beyond 180 days, and many more found employment beyond this time period. 

Recent The Tech Academy News

Jess Feldman
Jess Feldman
Updated March 04, 2024
This February, we saw more buzz about skills-based hiring and AI literacy initiatives through private and public organizations. A technical course provider landed over $6 million in a Series A fundraise this month, and Pell Grants for short-term programs continued to be discussed in the U.S. House of Representatives. Plus, find out which 8 coding bootcamps we added to the Course Report listin...
Jess Feldman
Jess Feldman
Updated November 05, 2024
As a response to the COVID pandemic in 2020, most in-person bootcamps quickly transitioned to online or remote classrooms. In 2024, hybrid classrooms and immersive online learning continue to be popular, but in-person bootcamp options are available again. If you’ve been waiting for an in-person classroom to start your career change, then here are the 30 in-person coding bootcamps with campuse...
Imogen Crispe
Imogen Crispe
Updated August 19, 2019
The Tech Academy is partnering with the US Air Force to train personnel in modern, in-demand technologies, so they are able to identify and solve problems using tech. We asked The Tech Academy Austin Dean, Trisha Saldanha, how this partnership came about, what the Air Force students are learning, and what the goals are for the students when they graduate. Find out about the Air-Force-spec...
Imogen Crispe
Imogen Crispe
Updated April 09, 2019
Ben was an audio engineer but started to burn out working in the music industry. Friends suggested he try coding, and he discovered The Tech Academy’s self-paced coding bootcamp in Portland, OR. In six months, he changed careers, and now works at the school as an instructor and CTO! Ben tells us about the cross over between music and software engineering, why he loves teaching and working...
Lauren Stewart
Lauren Stewart
Updated December 05, 2018
As The Tech Academy prepares to open a new campus in Austin, Texas, we sat down founders Jack & Erik to get the specifics. Read on to learn about the blended online coding bootcamp, why they’re excited to teach students in Austin, what companies are hiring developers in Austin, and what will stand out about the Austin Tech Academy campus in this rising tech hub. Q&A As the c...
Lauren Stewart
Lauren Stewart
Updated August 14, 2018
The Tech Academy is expanding to Denver, and their new campus will be run by Cole Dixon, a former student and instructor who worked in tech for three years before returning to the school that jump-started his career! Cole tells us what the new campus at The Tech Academy is like, how students will interact with instructors and students from campuses in Portland and Seattle, and the compani...
Lauren Stewart
Lauren Stewart
Updated March 16, 2018
After multiple degrees in geology, Alex Wong set out to become a petroleum geologist. But a crash in the oil market coincided with a change in Alex’s interests, and he started his journey into tech. Alex chose to learn programming in Seattle at The Tech Academy, and because The Tech Academy is self-paced, he’s on track to graduate soon. We check in to find out about his learning experienc...
Imogen Crispe
Imogen Crispe
Updated March 10, 2021
What will your salary be after coding bootcamp? Coding bootcamps are judged almost entirely by their ability to find students high-paying jobs as web developers. Some schools release data about alumni jobs, others offer money-back job guarantees or deferred tuition, but how much are students earning when they graduate and how does their earning potential change as they gain experience? Every ...
Imogen Crispe
Imogen Crispe
Updated October 21, 2020
From high school dropout to lead developer for a marketing agency at just 19; Temple Naylor took a huge risk and it paid off. He left school at 16, taught himself to code, then enrolled at The Tech Academy’s online coding bootcamp for a more structured learning environment, and to boost his professional skills. Temple tells us what it was like studying remotely with The Tech Academy, how hi...
Imogen Crispe
Imogen Crispe
Updated February 07, 2020
Should I do a coding bootcamp? This is a question we hear all the time, and for good reason. As more coding bootcamps launch (not to mention the rising media coverage), you’re probably wondering, “should I jump on the bandwagon and learn to code?” A recent TechCrunch article implored you not to learn to code unless you’re ready to put in the work to be great, whereas President Obama wants...
Imogen Crispe
Imogen Crispe
Updated July 22, 2016
In 2014, Adam was working as a business trainer in the restaurant industry, but kept thinking about how much he enjoyed coding as a kid. After going through the software development program at The Tech Academy in Portland, Adam was hired as an instructor. Adam tells us about his path back to coding, the learning structure and curriculum at The Tech Academy, and why he finds teaching so exci...
Liz Eggleston
Liz Eggleston
Updated May 20, 2015
Annandra Grace had an advancing career at an insurance company for 16 years, but was ready for a new challenge. She came across an ad for The Tech Academy while searching for jobs in tech and was immediately intrigued. After a campus visit that convinced both her and her brother, a self-taught programmer, she enrolled in the Portland .NET bootcamp. Now having completed the course at Tech Ac...

The Tech Academy Alumni Reviews Summary

Based on 400+ alumni reviews of The Tech Academy on Course Report, the school is highly praised for its comprehensive and practical Software Developer Bootcamp. Students consistently commend the hands-on experience, especially the live project component, knowledgeable instructors, and the supportive learning environment. One review captures this sentiment: "I gained a immense wealth of knowledge... The instructors were extremely helpful, especially during the live projects."​​ However, some students mentioned the fast pace of the program and the need to dedicate significant time and effort to keep up.
Overall Experience
4.8
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4.9
Curriculum
4.7
Job Assistance
4.9
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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.
FAQs

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.

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. 418 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. 418 The Tech Academy alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed The Tech Academy and rate their overall experience a 4.83 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 418 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 4.83 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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