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Hackbright Academy

Online, San Francisco, Oakland, San Jose
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 Ranked 2021 Best Bootcamp

About Hackbright Academy

Location: Online, San Francisco, Oakland, San Jose

Hackbright Academy offers various programming courses designed to empower women to become Software Engineers. Hackbright Academy teaches the fundamentals of modern web development, then introduces graduates to Silicon Valley companies looking to expand... Read More

All students are matched with up to three experienced software engineers as mentors, as well as given customized career coaching support throughout the program. There are various scholarships and payment plans available to students. Hackbright's strategic relationships with companies in the industry allow them to keep your tuition low. If you receive and accept a full-time job offer from one of the companies in their network, Hackbright Academy will refund part of your tuition in favor of a placement fee. Companies in their network include Amazon, Yelp, Slack and many more.

Courses

12 Week Full-Time Software Engineering Program

Cost: $16,895
Duration: 12 weeks
Locations: Online, San Francisco, Oakland, San Jose
In-person Available Online
Course Description:

Hackbright offers an Immersive Software Engineering Program that empowers women to become software engineers in 12 weeks. The full-time program is an intensive Monday through Friday course with classes from 10 am to 6 pm. Core instruction includes the fundamentals of computer science and modern web development such as the command line, Python, JavaScript, HTML & CSS, Git, Flask, Django, pair programming, SQL/ORMS/NOSQL, deployment and more! Students will enjoy a host of other benefits including mentorship, tech talks and career services.

Subjects:
CSS, Git, HTML, Python, SQL, Django, JavaScript

24 Week - Part-Time Software Engineering Program

Cost: $16,895
Duration: 24 weeks
Locations: Online, San Francisco
In-person Available Online
Course Description:

The part-time software development program is stimulating, exciting and fulfilling. Our challenging curriculum is based on 5 years of training students, providing tangible feedback, and helping each individual improve throughout the learning process. Students can partake in
Hackbright's life-changing Software Engineering Program while working.

The Part-Time Software Engineering Program will teach you the fundamentals of computer science in addition to modern web development. This part-time program includes labs and lectures on Tuesday and Thursday evenings, plus Saturdays.

One of the most in-demand languages to learn in the industry is Python – the core language of our curriculum. Companies that use Python include Google, Yelp, and Dropbox to name a few.

Mastering Python here will help you start thinking like an engineer. You can feel confident that you’ll walk out of the door ready to tackle any engineering role.

Subjects:
CSS, Git, HTML, AJAX, Python, SQL, Django, JavaScript

Hackbright Prep Course

Cost: $249
Duration: 5 weeks
Locations: Online, San Francisco, San Jose
In-person Available Online
Course Description:

This is a 5-week part-time night course will teach you the basic fundamentals of programming. You will leave with a foundation in Python and be introduced to HTML, CSS, and Flask. The course is geared to those who are planning to apply to a bootcamp or considering shifting their careers.

Subjects:
CSS, HTML, Python

Hackbright Academy Reviews

Average Ratings (All Programs)

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4.23/5 (56 reviews)

Anonymous
Graduated: 2022

6/7/2022

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"Enroll at your own risk"

It's been a year since a Hackbright graduate posted the last review --and I can still vouch for it. The reviews in Course Report paint a rosy picture because those reviewers' identities are shown. The Cons: 1) It is what you make out of it and you have... Read More

Anonymous
Graduated: 2021

7/27/2021

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"Don't waste your time and money"

Pros - If you don't know anything and don't mind not learning much for your 1k+/week program, Hackbright is the place for you. Cons- It will be very difficult for you to find a job. After 200 applications, Outcomes will tell you your resume looks great,... Read More

Anonymous
Graduated: 2020

1/6/2021

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"really great to be in a group of women, all trying to do something difficult- change careers"

really great to be in a group of women, all trying to do something difficult- change careers pros: - the instructors really care and want us to learn and are willing to go above and beyond to help us, even staying after hours - there are varying levels... Read More

Anonymous
Graduated: 2020

1/6/2021

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"Really strong female community and teaching staff"

Pros: - I participated in a remote session due to COVID-19. Even though the staff, my cohort mates, and I were remote, a strong sense of community was fostered among the women. Hackbright was thoughtful and intentional in choosing Discord as the platform... Read More

Becca Steinke
Graduated: 2020

1/4/2021

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12 Week Full-Time Software Engineering Program

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"A welcoming environment that taught me the fundamentals of programming and more"

The program is 12 weeks, which is a great length and didn’t feel like too long to put my life on pause. The instructors were encouraging and welcoming. No question asked was ever viewed as a “stupid” question. My cohort was particularly encouraging and... Read More

Chihaya Satoh
Graduated: 2020

1/1/2021

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"Wonderful Starter Course!"

I recommend this to anyone who’s interested in programming but doesn’t know where to start. They have a great structure, course materials and support. Exercises and homework are fun and challenging. Instructors are very kind yet motivating and encouraging.... Read More

Anonymous
Graduated: 2020

12/31/2020

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"Hackbright Prep was a fulfilling learning experience!"

Hackbright Prep is a 5-week, part-time course in the fundamentals of Python, with lectures, pair programming exercises, and assignments each week. Absolute pros: - Part time so not as heavy a time commitment if you're not sure about where a full time... Read More

Anonymous
Graduated: 2020

12/31/2020

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"100% worth it!"

I had the most wonderful experience during the prep course. The instructors were knowledgeable and always willing to further explain concepts. Not once did I ever feel like I couldn't learn something. It was the perfect environment where I felt supported... Read More

Anonymous
Graduated: 2020

12/29/2020

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"You get out what you put in"

Biggest Pro: The staff are extremely friendly and the overall environment and culture are incredible. With the exception fo the career team (which clearly have issues with the rest of the staff internally as well) the overall experience and receptiveness... Read More

Anonymous
Graduated: 2020

12/28/2020

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"Love the all-female cohort"

I did the Python Prep Course online, and I was not coming from a tech background at all (some participants were from a tech/IT background, but were new to Python). I really think this was a great course for all of the different levels of experience, though... Read More

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