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Galvanize

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Galvanize is an education company that offers software engineering bootcamps under its Hack Reactor by Galvanize brand name. Galvanize offers programs for rapid career transformation, designed so that anyone with motivation can succeed, regardless of education, experience, or background. Please visit the Hack Reactor page on Course Report here to learn more about these bootcamps. 

Galvanize also offers Enterprise training designed to rapidly upskill and reskill employees at any level, helping companies develop internal tech capabilities, broadening workforce representation, and empowering the workforce of the future.

Galvanize has long been committed to upskilling and reskilling the U.S. military. They equip active duty service members and Veterans with in-demand technical skills, empowering them to succeed in competitive, high-paying civilian careers in software development, data analytics, and cybersecurity.

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  • Amy Briggs
    Amy Briggs
    Associate Software Developer • Graduate • Web Development Immersive • Boulder
    Mar 02, 2017
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    Amazing experience, and GOT A JOB!

    I attended the Full-Stack Web Development Immersive at Galvanize-Boulder, and graduated in mid-January.  Prior to Galvanize, I'd spent 4-5 months self-studying with some basic HTML, CSS, and Javascript via online resources.  The onboarding process for my g32 cohort was smooth; we received the pre-course work (about 40 hours' worth) about a month in advance of our August 1 start date.
    The pace for the program is fast; a lot of material is covered in lectures and assignments, and even t...

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  • Jeannie
    Jeannie
    Student • Web Development Immersive • Austin
    Jan 19, 2017
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    Wonderful experience!

    Where to begin...
    I did a lot of research on Austin code schools before I applied to Galvanize. I'd attended one of Galvanize's info sessions and was "that" person who asked all the tough questions. Scott, the program director, answered all of them graciously in detail, and I suspected from that night I may have a good experience at Galvanize.

    Fast forward six months. I graduate tomorrow, and while I'm excited to go out and get a job (and have already...

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  • Chad Latham
    Chad Latham
    Front End Engineer • Graduate • Web Development Immersive • Seattle
    Jan 16, 2017
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    Full-Stack Web Development

    Galvanize provides an unparalleled experience. Locating the school inside a tech startup/meetup space creates an immersive experience where students are exposed to hundreds of professionals in the field.The curriculum at Galvanize is outstanding with very up to date information, practices, and opportunities to delve deeply into related material, libraries, or frameworks. Like anything in life, you get out of the experience what you put in. Look at the time with Galvanize as a major investm...

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  • Paulo
    Paulo
    Graduate • Data Science Immersive • San Francisco
    Jan 04, 2017
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    Changed my life

    I was part of cohort 13 that graduated on July 2016 in the San Francisco campus.

    Galvanize was life changing for me. It was extremely intense, but it transformed my career. My background is in business strategy and entrepreneurship and now I am a data scientist working with AI and deep learning for security in less than a year!

    I studied using their guide materials for about 2-3 months before applying and took a few Coursera classes on Machine Learning as an introductio...

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  • Anatoly Pavlov
    Anatoly Pavlov
    Data Scientist • Graduate • Data Science Immersive • San Francisco
    Dec 07, 2016
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    Review of Galvanize from alumni

    Galvanize is a BootCamp which is a type of educational institution. It is organized in a different way than a conventional collage or university. Its educational program oriented to teach theoretical part of data science in very quick way, so that students will learn only what is necessary to move on to the next step in leaning. The next step is hands-on practical experience when students lean how to use what they leaned in class by implementing it in practice. I would say that it is highl...

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  • Richard Beese
    Richard Beese
    Student • Fort Collins
    Dec 07, 2016
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    I am only 4 weeks into the Galvanize full stack Web Development program and I love it.  I knew it was going to be an intense learning experience, but I had no idea I would have learned so much so soon.  The instructors are great at giving you IT knowledge but also at keeping you from panicking from the intensity and being overwhelmed.  At the end of the week they ask us what we've learned this week, and when they list it on the board, we are awed that we learned something only on Monday, w...

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  • Emma
    Emma
    Data Scientist • Graduate • Data Science Immersive • San Francisco
    Dec 04, 2016
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    Excellent curriculum - Amazing instructors - Super supportive enviroment

    Let's get started by talking a little bit about my background. I am a woman from Asia with a Master Degree in Mathematics and Computer Science. Before coming to Galvanize, I am an independent researcher in Machine Learning and Cognitive Science. I curate online content from open source and education sites to gain more knowledge as well as serve for my purpose of seeking knowledge. The reason why I come to Galvanize is to upgrade my technical ability in Data Science and expand my network in...

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  • Joyce Rigelo
    Joyce Rigelo
    Data Scientist / Applied Mathematician • Graduate • Data Science Immersive • Austin
    Dec 02, 2016
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    Data Science

    My experience at Galvanize was above and beyond my expectations. The program covers a great deal of what you’ll need as a Data Scientist. The instructors are way better than in academia (I know that may not say much...). They are super smart (also in how to teach a topic) and they care about their students. The lead instructor brought some of his Data/Computer Science industry experience to the program which was a great plus. I am very pleased with the amount of experience I acquired...

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  • Valerie
    Valerie
    Software Engineer (FE) • Graduate • Web Development Immersive • Denver
    Nov 28, 2016
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    Awesome folks to help a career transition!

    I finally reached the end of my tolerance of not having a fulfilling career. After considering many different paths, I landed on software engineering. Galvanize was suggested to me by someone who worked in the building, who witnessed firsthand the transformation the students were going through. 

    Expect to work. This learning environment is simultaneously approachable and challenging. You make friends. You push yourself in terms of how much information you can absorb in a...

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  • Sarah
    Sarah
    Graduate • Web Development Immersive • Denver
    Nov 25, 2016
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    Web Immersive Program

    Galvanize surpassed my expectations. I joined because I knew that I wanted to be able to build applications. Going into the program I had only a little bit of exposure to/experience with programming.

    Galvanize provides access to thousands of github repos, which are essentially thousands of mini-applications that you can access to build, practice on and learn from.

    It is a bootcamp, it is intensive and you will get what you put into it. So the more hours you can dedicate...

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  • Ryan
    Ryan
    Student • Boulder
    Nov 22, 2016
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    Ended up being a bad value

    Being from a college town, Galvanize was incredibly overhyped. My analytics professors swore this would be better than my current classes and the programming here is "top notch." While the teachers were all great, the people in charge of Galvanize are a hot mess. There were multiple miscommunications about which classes were being offered, it took me two months to be registered in the right class, and the people in charge were downright rude to me the entire time. I really didn't feel like...

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  • Sarah
    Sarah
    Technical Operations Engineer • Graduate • Web Development Immersive • Denver
    Nov 02, 2016
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    Seriously Life Changing!

    Galvanize will forever hold a most special place in my heart. I am so proud to be a part of the Galvanize community after going through this program. The level of instruction is unmatched and the support from the staff, instructors, and fellow students is beyond belief. I would do it all over again if I could - I could not have asked for a better experience in learning and growing.

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Galvanize Alumni Outcomes

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Employment Rate
100%
Graduation Rate
95,000
Median Salary
Of the students who enroll at Galvanize, 100% graduated. 100% of graduates were job-seeking and N/A of job-seeking graduates found in-field employment after 180 days and report a median income of $95,000. Below is the 180 Day Employment Breakdown for 323 graduates included in this report:
180 Day Employment Breakdown
DescriptionPercentage
Full Time, In-Field EmployeeN/A
Full-time apprenticeship, internship or contract positionN/A
Short-term contract, part-time position, freelanceN/A
Employed out-of-fieldN/A
Notes and Caveats
Since our founding in 2012, our mission has been to deliver exceptional student outcomes. We do this through challenging curriculum, top instructors, and a team of experienced Career Advisors who support you every step of the way.
* These outcomes are not audited by Course Report. In some cases, data is audited by a third party.

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Galvanize Alumni Reviews Summary

Overall Experience
4.5
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4.7
Curriculum
4.5
Job Assistance
4.4
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FAQs

How much does Galvanize cost?

Galvanize costs around $19,480.

Where does Galvanize have campuses?

Galvanize teaches students Online in a remote classroom.

Is Galvanize worth it?

The data says yes! In 2022, Galvanize reported a 100% graduation rate, a median salary of $95,000, and N/A of Galvanize alumni are employed.

Is Galvanize legit?

We let alumni answer that question. 216 Galvanize alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed Galvanize and rate their overall experience a 4.5 out of 5.

Does Galvanize offer scholarships or accept the GI Bill?

Yes, Galvanize accepts the GI Bill!

Can I read Galvanize reviews?

You can read 216 reviews of Galvanize on Course Report! Galvanize alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed Galvanize and rate their overall experience a 4.5 out of 5.

Is Galvanize accredited?

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

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