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Co.Lab

Average Rating4.76
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Co.Lab is an 8-week hands-on, team-based tech training program with individual tracks for Product Managers, Designers, and Developers. Co.Lab students are placed into agile product teams, with each group consisting of a Product Manager, UX/UI/Product Designer, two Software Engineers, and an Industry Mentor. Students then collaborate to go from ideation to MVP launch within eight weeks.In addition to putting their discipline-specific skills into practice, Co.Lab students get the full end-to-end experience within an actual product team. They get to work in an agile environment, conduct sprint planning, road mapping, team retrospectives, negotiate scope, and implement trade-offs between team members. They also receive dedicated mentorship and guidance on their disciplines and their specific product. Co.Lab mentors are from companies like Google, Apple, Microsoft, Linkedin and many more top tech companies.All Co.Lab students receive full access to over 15 classes taught by top leaders currently in the industry in companies like Microsoft, Amazon, Guild Education, WealthSimple and many more. Upon completion of the program, students will showcase their products during a live Demo Day and get feedback from the community and will get the chance to network with recruiters and hiring managers.

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  • Onyedikachi Eni
    Onyedikachi Eni
    Software Engineer • Graduate • Co.Lab Software Developer Bootcamp • Online
    Nov 16, 2022
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    Impactful

    I learned so much during these 8 weeks in co.lab, especially as a developer on my team. The program support was excellent, my mentor was awesome and my team(cross-functional) were the best.
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    Helen of Co.Lab

    Co-Founder

    Jan 18, 2023

    Hello Onyedikachi,

    Thank you so much for 'Building in Public' with us. Our team was always on the lookout for the new posts you were making each week. 

    It's great to know that you found our program support, mentorship, and team matching satisfactory! Best of luck!

    You Belong in Tech ✨
    Helen
  • Alvin C
    Alvin C
    Software Developer • Graduate • Co.Lab Software Developer Bootcamp • Online
    Sep 17, 2022
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    This program gave me valuable experiences

    Co.Lab was such an experience, you get to work on a team to ship a product from concept to deployment. You gain experience working with a cross-functional team, grow your network and meet other techies, and a better understanding of product-building fundamentals, processes, and frameworks. This program helped me gain experience similar to what working in a real tech environment was like and an extra project under my belt.
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    Helen of Co.Lab

    Co-Founder

    Jan 18, 2023

    Hello,

    Thanks for the review Alvin! You and your team were great. 

    Glad that the program was a positive experience for you. Your Co.Lab community is rooting for you!

    You Belong in Tech ✨
    Helen
  • Jerome
    Jerome
    Graduate • Co.Lab Product Management Training Program • Online
    Sep 15, 2022
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    Learn by doing!

    Taking part in this program was a great way to get hands-on practice building a product and working with a cross-functional team. The community aspect is also very valuable when looking for advice or different perspectives. To get the full experience and the real value, you need to really commit time and effort, so be ready for that and if you do, it will be a great experience for you too!
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    Helen of Co.Lab

    Co-Founder

    Jan 18, 2023

    Hello,

    Thank you for the kinds words! These mean a lot. 

    At Co.Lab, we try our best to give all our students the cross-functional experience they need to make sure they are ready to enter the workforce. We're really happy that our company goal resonated with your program experience. 

    Best of luck!

    You Belong in Tech ✨
    Helen
  • Yves ISITE
    Yves ISITE
    Software Developer • Graduate • Co.Lab Software Developer Bootcamp • Online
    Sep 09, 2022
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    My amazing Co.Lab experience

    Technical skills can be useless most of the times if they are not backed by professional, soft and other useful non-technical skillset. That's why I decided to choose Co.Lab as the best place to go in order to solve this challenge. Through the Co.Lab 2-months program, I was able to gain extensive knowledge on real MVP product ideation, building as well as shipping the MVP product. I was also able to earn vast skillset on team building and collaboration, time management, proactivity, hard...
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    Helen Huang of Co.Lab

    Co-Founder

    Jan 20, 2023

    Hello Yves,

    It's great to know that you've had a very positive experience in the Software Development track. We agree that technical skills must be accompanied by soft skills so you can effectively share your technical expertise with other non-developers. 

    We appreciate you going over to Co.Lab, and the team wishes you well in your future endeavors.

    You Belong in Tech! ✨
    Helen 
  • Tyler
    Tyler
    Graduate • Online
    Jul 23, 2022
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    Good program and you get what you put in

    I joined Co.Lab as a designer for a cohort earlier this year. While there were difficulties with my team, Sefunmi and Helen were both incredibly supportive, understanding and helpful in getting a great value out of my time. For those looking for a real-world project to put in their portfolio while they look to break into tech, I definitely recommend Co.Lab as an experience. 
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    Helen Huang of Co.Lab

    Co-Founder

    Jan 20, 2023

    Hello Tyler, 

    Thank you for sharing your Co.Lab experience! Just like in a real-work setup, teams face unexpected difficulties all the time. The program then helps you understand the nuances of working with others, especially with a cross-disciplinary team.

    And you were able to go above and beyond that! You were great.

    You Belong in Tech! ✨
    Helen 
  • Blake
    Blake
    Frontend Developer • Graduate • Co.Lab Software Developer Bootcamp • Online
    Jun 21, 2022
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    My Co.Lab experience landed me my first role in tech!

    Co.Lab’s 8-week intensive gave me the “real-world” experience I needed to get hired in my first role as a full-time developer. From start to finish, you’re immersed in fast-paced development, learning vital tech tools and workflows from mentors, while growing your network with other aspiring techies around the world. I would definitely recommend to anyone switching into a career in tech, Co.Lab will set you apart! 
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    Helen of Co.Lab

    Co-Founder

    Jan 18, 2023

    Hello Blake, 

    Thank you so much for the program recommendation!

    We have always envisioned Co.Lab to be a place where career shifters can get not only the technical know-hows to succeed in tech, but also the community support to push through with the job hunting process. Our team is really happy that you thought of your program experience positively.

    Good luck!

    You Belong in Tech ✨
    Helen
  • Victoria
    Victoria
    UX Designer • Graduate • Co.Lab Product Design Bootcamp • Online
    Jun 16, 2022
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    Great experience!

    I wanted to get some cross functional team experience and this was exactly what I needed!  Working as the sole product designer on the team helped me understand better how to communicate and collaborate with developers and the product manager. Within 8 weeks, we were challenged to create an MVP. Our mentor was kind and helpful in guiding us along the way. This opportunity contributed to the skills I needed to land my first official UX design role and I’m super grateful to Co.lab! 
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    Helen of Co.Lab

    Co-Founder

    Jan 18, 2023

    Hello Victoria,

    We're also grateful to you for trusting and allowing us to be part of your tech journey! One of our key differentiators as a program is our network of pre-vetted, hands-on mentors who are also expert industry professionals. We're so happy that you found your mentor kind and helpful!

    You Belong in Tech ✨
    Helen
  • Alex
    Alex
    Graduate • Co.Lab Product Management Training Program • Online
    Jun 16, 2022
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    Product Manager Hands-on Experience

    Wondering how to crack the "chicken or the egg" problem of breaking into PM without previous PM experience? Co.lab is the way to get that hands-on experience. As someone trying to break into product management from a non-traditional background (dentist), Co.Lab was a game-changer for me.
    During my interview process, I relied heavily on my project and my experience with Co.Lab  to reshape my narrative from that of a dentist to that of a PM.
    Another plus is the community and network ...
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    Helen of Co.Lab

    Co-Founder

    Jan 18, 2023

    Hello Alex,

    Thank you for the positive review! It's great to know that the Co.Lab program was able to solve the 'Catch-22' problem for you, especially as a career shifter. 

    Here's to hoping to more successful interviews!

    You Belong in Tech ✨
    Helen
  • Kristelle
    Kristelle
    Product Manager • Graduate • Co.Lab Product Management Training Program • Online
    Jun 16, 2022
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    Product Manager

    Co.Lab was a great experience for me to test not only my skills as a product manager, but also my PM personality and how I would engage with a team. Giving me an opportunity to work with a global, cross-functional team was an invaluable gem that I was able to take with me wherever I went. The courses are insightful, the instructors were passionate, and both the process and the outcome was rewarding.
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    Helen of Co.Lab

    Co-Founder

    Jan 18, 2023

    Hello Kristelle,

    Congratulations on completing the program!

    We're elated to know that the Co.Lab program successfully served as a platform for you to safely learn about the roles and responsibilities that go along with being a Product Manager.  

    Best of luck!

    You Belong in Tech ✨
    Helen
  • Masih
    Masih
    Full-Stack Developer • Graduate • Co.Lab Software Developer Bootcamp • Online
    May 14, 2022
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    Amazing

    At Co.Lab I worked with a talented cross-functional team to build a product from the ground up! I owned my role as a software developer and jumped right into gaining real-life experience in tech. 

    Co.Lab seemed like a dream to me, before I joined it was like it sounds too good to be true!  it was!
    I'm so glad I invested in myself by joining CoLab and working with such a fantastic team! 

    Our mentor, kept track of our progress each week and attempted to assist us. On the o...
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    Helen of Co.Lab

    Co-Founder

    Jan 18, 2023

    Hello Masih,

    You were also absolutely amazing! Quite glad that the program brought about so many learnings not only for you and your team. 

    Congrats again on landing your dev role!

    You Belong in Tech ✨
    Helen
  • Usra Abid
    Usra Abid
    Graduate • Co.Lab Software Developer Bootcamp • Online
    Apr 26, 2021
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    Great for bootcamp grads!

    As someone who received their background in tech through a coding boot camp, upon graduation one of my main goals was to gain experience in the tech industry through developing new products.  During my time at Co.Lab, I was able to partake in and witness both the rudimentary and final stages of developers, product managers, and designers all working together to assemble a product right up until its shipment.  Moreover, Co.Lab  provides you with the opportunity to strengthen both your net...
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    Helen Huang of Co.Lab

    Co-Founder

    Jan 20, 2023

    Hello Usra,

    Thanks for sharing! Our team appreciates your kind words. 

    You Belong in Tech! ✨
    Helen 
  • Pamela Singh
    Pamela Singh
    Apr 21, 2021
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    Co.Lab

    I learned more in Co.Lab than my entire 4 years in college. Learning by doing isn't just a cute catchphrase but a very important part of this program that Co.Lab teaches you. I learned more from doing, taking risks, and trying my hardest which has an amazing community that supports you along your journey. I never thought I would develop friendships, meet a group of amazing people who care about your journey, and most importantly not being afraid of learning something new.
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    Helen of Co.Lab

    Co-Founder

    Jan 18, 2023

    Hello Pamela,

    Thanks a lot for the high praises! At Co.Lab, we believe that 'learning by doing' is the best way to facilitate learning. Not only does it put context on the skills that you're putting around your best, it also teaches you how to reach out to other people and develop the necessary soft skills to become a well-equipped techie. 

    Greatly looking forward to your future successes!

    You Belong in Tech ✨
    Helen

Co.Lab Alumni Outcomes

85%
Employment Rate
90%
Graduation Rate
96,000
Median Salary
Of the students who enroll at Co.Lab, 90% graduated. 53% of graduates were job-seeking and 85% of job-seeking graduates found in-field employment after 180 days and report a median income of $96,000. Below is the 180 Day Employment Breakdown for 315 graduates included in this report:
180 Day Employment Breakdown
DescriptionPercentage
Full Time, In-Field Employee70.8%
Full-time apprenticeship, internship or contract position1.0%
Short-term contract, part-time position, freelanceN/A
Employed out-of-fieldN/A
* These outcomes are not audited by Course Report. In some cases, data is audited by a third party.

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Co.Lab Alumni Reviews Summary

Overall Experience
4.8
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4.7
Curriculum
4.6
Job Assistance
3.9
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How much does Co.Lab cost?

Co.Lab costs around $3,800. On the lower end, some Co.Lab courses like Co.Lab Product Management Sprint Ideation Program cost $500.

Where does Co.Lab have campuses?

Co.Lab teaches students Online in a remote classroom.

Is Co.Lab worth it?

The data says yes! Co.Lab reports a 90% graduation rate, a median salary of $96,000 and 85% of Co.Lab alumni are employed. The data says yes! In 2024, Co.Lab reported a 90% graduation rate, a median salary of $96,000, and 85% of Co.Lab alumni are employed.

Is Co.Lab legit?

We let alumni answer that question. 57 Co.Lab alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed Co.Lab and rate their overall experience a 4.76 out of 5.

Does Co.Lab offer scholarships or accept the GI Bill?

Right now, it doesn't look like Co.Lab 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 Co.Lab reviews?

You can read 57 reviews of Co.Lab on Course Report! Co.Lab alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed Co.Lab and rate their overall experience a 4.76 out of 5.

Is Co.Lab accredited?

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

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