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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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  • Christopher
    Jr. Application Developer • Graduate
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    Sep 13, 2017
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    A good bad thing

    This Bootcamp changed my life. It was a good thing and a bad thing. Up front I was excited and couldn't wait to get the curriculum completed so that I could become a developer of the internet. I was working full time during the whole program and it was easy enough to finish on time with the projected graduation date. I was exstatic when finished and hit the ground with a legs churning to find a job, problem was, no company really liked what they were seeing. My resume was on point, I had a...

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    Danny Condon of The Tech Academy

    Operations Manager

    Sep 13, 2017

    Wow Chirs, that is a truly inspirational story of persistence both mentally and emotionally. Very well done on pushing through any and all obstacles and breaking into the industry. It's not an easy task, but you did it. Thanks for the review. Best of luck in your new career.
  • Kyle Stockton
    Software Developer • Graduate • Online
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    Sep 07, 2017
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    "It's about the journey, not the destination."

      The Tech Academy offers an excellent foundation in six highly-demanded software languages as well as principles of computer science in general. The staff is knowledgeable, patient, and eager to help. My favorite aspect of the curriculum is the Live Projects; they're a chance to gain practical experience in skill sets that tech companies are seeking, and as long as you put at least two weeks into a single project, how long you participate and how many projects to which you contribute is e...

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    Danny Condon of The Tech Academy

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    Sep 13, 2017

    Hey Kyle, thank you for the review! Understandable that you favorite part of the curriculum was the Live Project - from what I recall, you were quite a leader on your team! Very well done on landing your job and on your persistence. Best of luck in your new career!
  • Temple Naylor
    Web Developer • Graduate • Online
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    Jul 28, 2017
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    They wen't above and beyond

    First off, I want to state how willing and helpful The Tech Academy is. When first signing up with the program, I told them I would be onsite. Two days before my start date however I had to move back to California. With no complaints, they happily put me onto the remote program, and sent a computer to me which arrived to California before I did.

     

    During the program, I was given plentiful information and real world practices to lea...

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    Danny Condon of The Tech Academy

    Operations Manager

    Aug 04, 2017

    Temple, your story is truly incredible and inspiring. Very well done on making everything go right and landing a job in the software industry despite any and all obstacles. I'm so glad we were able to help you on your journey. Congrats, we're going to miss you!
  • Chris L.
    Graduate • Software Developer Bootcamp • Portland
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    Jul 25, 2017
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    Self-Paced Program Was Perfect Fit for Me

    I enrolled at the Tech Academy after making a decision to transition from a prior professional career as a lawyer, and so I came into this program with years of experience in office and other project-based work settings.

    General Structure: The Tech Academy's self-paced program structure appealed to me as someone who can work independently without constant supervision. It's not perfect for everyone. The instruction and coursework is primarily through video and web lessons, rather ...

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    Danny Condon of The Tech Academy

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    Jul 27, 2017

    Hey Chris, thanks for your review! I'm glad that the self-paced aspect of the program worked well for you! I think you gave a very comprehensive, accurate description of how the program works. Well done on landing your new job! We'll see you around!
  • Freeman Cooley
    Freeman Cooley
    Software Applications Developer • Graduate • Online
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    Jun 13, 2017
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    The Tech Academy - Graduate

    I've recently graduated from The Tech Academy (TTA) of Portland, OR. I was a remote student. I took 30 weeks of self-paced management to finish. What I learned exceeded my expectations. If you are serious, committed and you pass the entrance exams, you can learn to code with TTA.   Just a few weeks after graduating from TTA I was hired as a Software Developer. A large part of securing that job was my SQL, ASP.NET, C#, MVC, TFS training at TTA. Remember, this i...
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    Danny Condon of The Tech Academy

    Operations Manager

    Jun 17, 2017

    Freeman, this is one of the most comprehensive reviews I've ever seen. Thank you very much, and best of luck in your new career.
  • Ian Braddock
    Ian Braddock
    VP Client Relations • Graduate • Software Developer Bootcamp • Portland
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    Jun 06, 2017
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    Very helpful staff

    The thing I liked best about the Tech Academy was how helpful the staff always were in whatever I needed, I felt like I really had some people who wanted to help me do the best I could and get the best job for me. And I did! So thanks!

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    Danny Condon of The Tech Academy

    Operations Manager

    Jun 17, 2017

    Ian, very well done on landing the job that you got, and thank you for the review! Have an awesome career!
  • Jacie Jermier
    Jacie Jermier
    Intern C# Developer • Graduate • Online
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    Apr 05, 2017
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    Great Place to Learn!

    My experience with the Tech Academy was great! Before starting the Tech Academy I had a BA in Biomedical Sciences and came to the conclusion that becoming a health care provider wasn’t what I wanted to do with my life. I then began looking into other fields that interested me and found that the tech field really sparked an interest. I was contemplating whether to start studying on my own or do a “boot camp” style course. I decided I wanted to take an online course, not only to keep me moti...

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    Danny Condon of The Tech Academy

    Operations Manager

    Apr 07, 2017

    Hi Jacie, thank you for the review! I'm very glad to hear that you enjoyed going through our program, and that you a positive experience. Very very well done on landing the internship at Microsoft! Best of luck in your new career!
  • Freeman Cooley
    Student • Online
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    Feb 15, 2017
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    The Tech Academy

    The Tech Academy (TTA) is an excellent remote study Bootcamp. TTA has exceeded my expectations and I have learned so much.

    The boot camp is focused on creating junior developers for the web and web applications industry which is a booming field. This is a "full stack" BootCamp which basically means the top programming languages for web development. If you watch all their recruitment videos then the course is pretty much what they say it is.

    I chose a "Full Stack" boot c...

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    Danny Condon of The Tech Academy

    Operations Manager

    Feb 17, 2017

    Wow Freeman, I couldn't say it better myself! Thank for taking the time to write this detailed review and giving your perspective on your experience here. 
  • August G
    August G
    Graduate • Online Data Science Boot Camp (full-time) • Portland
    Oct 29, 2024
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    Good Data Science Program

    From March through June 2024, I attended The Tech Academy's Data Science program. I found the program to be affordable when compared to other boot camps in my area, and the curriculum could be completed remotely with a self-paced schedule, which was why I chose it. The courses, which I was able to finish in around three months of full-time study, covered basic computer programming and hardware, project management, and a range of data science and analysis techniques. After that, I complet...
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  • Kevin Guarnes
    Kevin Guarnes
    Graduate • Online Cyber Security Boot Camp (full-time) • Portland
    Oct 15, 2024
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    trong Coding Foundations with Some Room for Improvement in Cybersecurity Training

    I recently completed a cybersecurity bootcamp, and while the overall experience was positive, there were some challenges along the way. At the start of the program, instructor support was fantastic, with quick help available just a phone call away. Midway through, however, the support system shifted to email-based assistance, which led to longer wait times—sometimes over an hour. This change made it harder to make the most of my study time and created some frustration, though the instruc...
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  • Zeeshan Khalid
    Zeeshan Khalid
    Founder of an IT startup • Graduate • Online Software Developer Boot Camp (full-time) • Online
    Sep 20, 2024
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    Very good to begin with

    Learned the basics of coding/programming and all the concepts with it , explained very well. The assignments and projects were also very helpful. Overall ,a very positive experience. Highly recommended for people without a tech background thinking to dive into tech. 4-5 hours of rigorous study is required atleast 6 days a week. Learnt about many computing terms.
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  • Lily Heym
    Lily Heym
    Graduate • Online Software Developer Boot Camp (part-time) • Online
    Apr 02, 2024
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    Would reccomend

    Instructors were always quick to respond and gave thorough assistance. Job placement is extended and very helpful. Coursework is overall very practical on what it teaches you, only issue with it is some of it is difficult to sit through (like the longer videos, you have to walk away and come back to, it's not a big deal though)
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The Tech Academy Alumni Outcomes

70%
Employment Rate
80%
Graduation Rate
$45,000
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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
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Updated March 04, 2024
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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
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4.7
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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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