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Actualize

Average Rating4.93
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Actualize is an online software engineering bootcamp based in Chicago that offers part-time and full-time bootcamp options. Instructors with professional educational experience teach students full stack web development including Ruby, Rails, JavaScript, VueJS, SQL, and Git. The Online Live classes are conducted in real time with video conferencing. Actualize has a deeply integrated “Job Hacking” curriculum focused on the personal branding and networking skills necessary to land a new job, which Actualize feels is just as important as learning to code.

To apply, students can submit an application via the website, then go through a series of two interviews with an admissions advisor. There are no coding challenges, but students must complete 4 weeks of prework before the program starts.

After the program, students have the option to join its unique Career Support program, which contains additional training for Job Hacking, a job accountability group, and team projects to add to one’s portfolio.

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  • Paulo Bandua
    Paulo Bandua
    Graduate • Web Development • Chicago
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    Nov 26, 2024
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    Supportive Community and a Course Designed for Success

    I chose to attend Actualize not just for its reputation as a top-ranked online bootcamp. After thorough research—exploring online forums and speaking with former students—I found that Actualize’s approach stood out. It emphasized critical thinking and not just teaching coding skills but also how to learn coding effectively. I was particularly drawn to the curriculum, which was led by instructors with real-world teaching experience, and the availability of an evening program. This flexibi...
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  • Justin Morgan
    Justin Morgan
    Student • Web Development • Online
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    Nov 22, 2024
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    Just what I needed

    As a teacher of computer science for many years, I had a decent handle on writing small pieces of code to accomplish limited goals. After deciding to give software development a go, I tried learning on my own all about the big wide world of true development where all the pieces fit together to form a large cohesive whole. I struggled mightily to put the pieces together on my own. Actualize was just what I needed to learn the details as well as the big picture. We learned relevant...
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  • Leilani Greer
    Leilani Greer
    Graduate • Web Development • Online
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    Nov 22, 2024
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    Really great experience

    Actualize Coding Bootcamp stands out for their genuine human connection. After speaking with numerous coding bootcamps where I encountered robotic, script-reading representatives who barely listened to my responses, I was feeling disheartened. Then Actualize reached out based on my inquiry form, and the difference was immediate. Their email responses were prompt and personal, and my phone conversation felt like talking to a good friend.

    What sealed the deal was their o...
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  • robert lothian
    robert lothian
    Graduate • Web Development • Online
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    Nov 22, 2024
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    I genuinely enjoyed my time in actualize!

    My experience at Actualize was exceptional. I gained a significant amount of knowledge in a short period, from the pre-work to the live classes. The curriculum was both comprehensive and engaging, providing a solid foundation in the subject matter. Additionally, the support offered throughout the job search process was invaluable. I highly recommend this program to anyone looking to advance their skills and career!
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  • Jeffery Michalski
    Jeffery Michalski
    Cybersecurity • Graduate • Web Development • Online
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    Sep 20, 2024
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    Actualize wildstrings

    I had the absolute pleasure of being in this bootcamp. We had a wonderful instructor Peter Jang with patience that most saints could not muster. He was informative and fun to learn from and I came in with little to no knowledge of coding and was able to follow along and learn the basics of coding. He made sure to spark the wonder for research and figuring out the problems not just giving up and saying I don't know. He offered time and expertise in so many ways to all of my classmates we ...
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  • Rexly Penaflorida II
    Graduate • Web Development • Online
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    May 16, 2024
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    Comprehensive course with great support

    I was part of a January 2024 cohort (Sundays and weeknights) and I found the course to be engaging and fulfilling. A big factor in that was the small cohort size. With only 7 other people in the class, we all got to know each other well and spend plenty of time working together to solve problems and help each other out every day. In fact, I've become friends with 2 others in the class, and we plan to hold each other accountable in our job search and continuous learning.

    A special ...
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  • Ricardo Trevino
    Student • Web Development • Chicago
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    May 16, 2024
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    A good experience overall

    So, I'll start this off by saying this bootcamp was basically my only choice after having called at multiple different bootcamps. They were very professional at the start of me contacting them as opposed to another bootcamp that i wont mention, and slowly pushed me towards choosing them. They were very helpful and understanding of my situation and gave me options on which course to pick (they got morning and evening cohorts as of this writing) and even offered for me to take a sit in on ...
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  • KB
    Graduate • Web Development • Online
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    May 16, 2024
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    You Won't Feel Ready...

    ...and that's ok. I'm a graduate, so I'm still applying to things. Ask me in 6 months how I feel about my Actualize experience. But at least, right now fresh out of it I can say: I don't feel ready. But I know I *am* ready, and that's really all that counts. If you go with Actualize, there are a few things I can guarantee: (1) you'll get a teacher who cares, and is good at teaching. (2) it'll be 100% about what YOU put into it. You'll get out what you put in. Be ready to apply yourself. ...
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  • Valarie L
    Valarie L
    Student • Web Development • Online
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    May 16, 2024
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    I had an awesome experience and highly recommend Actualize

    The program was great! I knew absolutely NOTHING about coding before Actualize. My instructor Peter did an amazing job at breaking things down and explaining. He was patient, encouraging and helpful. I never thought I'd be able to learn so much in such a short period of time.
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  • David Zhou
    David Zhou
    Student • Web Development • Online
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    May 16, 2024
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    Excellent Bootcamp!

    Excellent bootcamp! The instructor was very knowledgable about coding and take the time to help you if you have any questions. They teach you different aspects that are useful for job searching and help you build a resume. The lessons were very easy to follow along to and they teach you practical methods of coding that are common practices in the actual working industry.
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  • Erika Gonzalez
    Erika Gonzalez
    Graduate • Web Development • Online
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    Feb 16, 2024
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    Great Experience!

    I decided to join Actualize because I wanted to get into the coding world and make a career out of it. With the help of this bootcamp I feel prepared to enter in a junior developer role. During the pre-work they teach you the basics of coding and it is self-paced. After 5 weeks of pre-work you start the live classes. The live classes is 12 weeks and they teach you all about the frontend and backend of making an app. It is Ruby/React based which is a nice easy start when you come in knowi...
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  • Josh Yee
    Josh Yee
    Graduate • Web Development • Online
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    Feb 16, 2024
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    The Best Path For Beginners

    If you are someone who is new to coding and unsure of which way forward is best for you, look no further because Actualize is the BEST COURSE AVAILABLE. I could not more highly recommend this bootcamp as the overall experience was amazing and it has prepared me thoroughly for my new career as a software developer/engineer. Prior to joining Actualize, I was completely new to coding and slogging through Youtube tutorials and other self-learning materials but didn't feel that my learning tr...
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Liz Eggleston
Liz Eggleston
Updated February 08, 2021
Oscar Cisneros was at a job with little opportunity for growth when he was encouraged to learn programming by a tech recruiter. After reading about Anyone Can Learn to Code (now called Actualize) in Chicago, Oscar decided to take the plunge. He's now working as a developer at startup CancerIQ and says "things couldn’t have worked out any better." We talk to Oscar about his experience and care...
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Updated December 01, 2014
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Actualize Alumni Reviews Summary

Overall Experience
4.9
Instructors
5.0
Curriculum
4.9
Job Assistance
4.8
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Guarantees Job
Job Assistance
Includes Housing
Offers Corporate Training
Accepts GI Bill
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FAQs

How much does Actualize cost?

Actualize costs around $16,900.

What courses does Actualize teach?

Actualize offers courses like Web Development.

Where does Actualize have campuses?

Actualize has in-person campuses in Chicago. Actualize also has a remote classroom so students can learn online.

Is Actualize worth it?

Actualize hasn't shared alumni outcomes yet, but one way to determine if a bootcamp is worth it is by reading alumni reviews. 600 Actualize alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed Actualize on Course Report - you should start there!

Is Actualize legit?

We let alumni answer that question. 600 Actualize alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed Actualize and rate their overall experience a 4.93 out of 5.

Does Actualize offer scholarships or accept the GI Bill?

Right now, it doesn't look like Actualize 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.

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You can read 600 reviews of Actualize on Course Report! Actualize alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed Actualize and rate their overall experience a 4.93 out of 5.

Is Actualize accredited?

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