Wake Forest University Coding Bootcamp
Become a Professional Web Developer
Designed for beginners, the live online Wake Forest Coding Bootcamp can help you launch a fulfilling tech career in 12-26 weeks!
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Program at a Glance
Why Learn Web Development
The Demand for Web Developers
Web developers are in high demand in North Carolina and across the U.S.
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the employment of web developers in the US is projected to grow 15% by 2026. Businesses of all industries are actively seeking coding professionals, including local high-tech employers like Bank of America, Wells Fargo, and Lowe's Home Improvement.
Hiring for roles like Back-End Engineer, Computer Programmer, Full-Stack Engineer, and Web Developer, these companies are rapidly growing and building out their software development teams. Wake Forest Coding Bootcamp grads will be well-equipped for these roles and many others.
Bootcamp Application and Start Dates
Fullstack Academy is a top-ranked immersive school for technology career training. Fullstack Academy offers comprehensive live online training opportunities across the U.S. and prepares students with the in-demand skills they need to launch fulfilling tech careers.
Fullstack Academy brings its learning method, reputation, and community in facilitating the Wake Forest Coding Bootcamp to make software developer training more accessible to individuals outside of traditional tech hubs.
How the Wake Forest University Coding Bootcamp Works
The Wake Forest University Coding Bootcamp is designed for students to pursue high-quality tech education while continuing to balance work or other commitments. Our program provides you with the flexibility to fit career development into your life.
Part-time and full-time bootcamp programs are available.
Bootcamp classes combine live online instruction taught by industry-experienced professionals with independent learning assignments.
All classes are held Monday-Friday.
10:30am-3:00pm ET
Tuesday and Thursday Classes (With an Optional Lab on Wednesdays)
9:30am-12:30pm ET
6:30pm-9:30pm ET
Monday and Wednesday Classes (With an Optional Lab on Tuesdays)
8:30pm-11:30pm ET
Labs correspond with the start time of your regular classes. Participation in the weekly lab is optional, but strongly encouraged.
Saturday and Sunday Classes
9:30am-12:30pm ET
Class time and schedule options vary by month and are subject to change. To see available class times and schedules for your cohort of choice, complete your application or schedule a call with a student advisor.
Tuition
There are many ways to pay for your bootcamp experience, including self-pay, employer-pay, local/state government assistance, scholarships, and personal loans. Learn more about payment options.
Tuition for the Wake Forest University Coding Bootcamp will increase to $14,495 for all cohorts starting in February 2024 and beyond. To lock in the current tuition rate, pay your deposit in full and enroll in a cohort that begins class in January 2024.
Wake Forest University Tech Bootcamps is committed to making tech education more accessible, so we’re reducing the enrollment deposit to $99* (normally $1,000) for a limited time. Get started on your journey before the deposit increases!
Enrollment Deposit - $1,000 $99*
Tuition During Program - $13,396
Total Tuition - $13,495
*Offer eligibility: Upon admittance into the program, pay the $99 refundable deposit in full prior to the enrollment date.
$500 Community Scholarship
For Wake Forest University alumni, current students, and employees.
$1,000 Military Scholarship**
For active-duty service members and military veterans.
**Valid ID required.
Big Return on Your Investment
Boost your earnings with a new career in software development by learning full stack JavaScript in 12-26 weeks. Entry-level web developers in Charlotte, NC earn a median yearly salary of $76,432 (Glassdoor), making now an exciting time to start or upskill a career in coding.
What You Will Learn
Our curriculum is broken into three phases designed to provide all the necessary skills as well as hands-on
experience working with other developers. That means you’ll graduate with a portfolio of projects to demonstrate
your skills to potential employers.
*Please note that this is a sample curriculum and is subject to change.
Career Success
Students will gain valuable insight into how to build a successful career in coding from day one of the course. When you opt into career success services, you’ll receive guidance in:
You’ll also graduate from the program with a portfolio of work that demonstrates your ability to solve real business problems for real companies.
Fullstack Academy graduates are highly sought after by some of the world’s leading companies.
Wake Forest University Tech Bootcamps are powered by Fullstack Academy. The companies listed above have hired Fullstack Academy graduates.
Who Should Attend
The Wake Forest Coding Bootcamp powered by Fullstack Academy is designed for those looking to transition into the field or increase their knowledge base within it. There’s no experience required to apply, be accepted, or succeed in the bootcamp. Apply today and join others like you on the first steps to a life-changing career.
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If this sounds like you, apply today and join others just like you on the first steps to a life-changing career.
FAQs
The coding curriculum is broken up into five units:
Front-End Foundations: Explore the fundamentals of front-end web development, including CSS, HTML, and Command Line Interface.
Front-End Development: Deep dive into JavaScript, the Document Object Model, test-driven development, and more.
Development Libraries: Discover the purpose of React in JavaScript development, React routing, and executing custom code with Hooks.
Back-End Development: Learn back-end development, Structured Query Language (SQL), and API routes.
Full-Stack Development: Complete a Capstone project and expand your portfolio.
For the Coding Bootcamp syllabus, click here and fill out the form.
Many of our part-time students are working full time while taking the program. Keep in mind that in addition to classroom hours, part-time students can expect 15-20 hours worth of assignments per week. Full-time students can expect 8-10 hours of assignments beyond the classroom hours.
Yes, the Wake Forest University Coding Bootcamp is beginner-friendly. It’s specifically designed for professionals without previous experience in coding. While some background knowledge is helpful, the only expectation is that students have general computer literacy skills in basics like efficiently using the Internet/cloud and Windows.
Your time with our career success team will include everything from workshops to one-on-one office hours to phone chats before big interviews. Alumni will also have access to a job board and have the opportunity to be connected with companies and organizations in our Employer Partner Network that are actively hiring.
To be eligible for the program, you must be at least 18 years old and a high school grad/GED holder by the start date of your intended cohort.
You do need to provide your own computer for the bootcamp. It can be a laptop or desktop as long as it meets the minimum machine specifications of your chosen program. Because the bootcamp is live online, you are required to have a webcam and microphone to participate in class.
Ensuring you have a computer that meets the requirements for your course is an essential part of setting yourself up for success in our bootcamps.
For full computer requirements for each of our program offerings, visit our Online Learning page.
No, part-time bootcamp students cannot mix and match class dates or times. You must select one of the established schedule options for your cohort of choice during the application process.
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