Actualize
Average Rating4.93
594 Reviews
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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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Jeffrey RubinGraduate • Web Development • OnlineFeb 17, 2023Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob AssistancePhenomenal Experience
The entire experience has been stellar. The pre-work moves fast, but once it changes to in-person attendance, it really turns into something special. The knowledge and skills gained will allow me to continue to learn far beyond the end of the class. From the instructors to the career counselors, everyone has been utterly wonderful. Highly recommend.- Grace ManzonStudent • Student • Web Development • OnlineNov 18, 2022Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
So worth it...
From the start Actualize provided an enormous amount of transparency regarding the curriculum, student expectations, and the kinds of support they will provide. Everyone involved, my lead instructor, the TAs, our career advisor, all then exceeded expectations and made the experience extremely well-rounded. It happened really fast but I learned so much and feel that I not only have had the opportunity to build a strong foundation of knowledge but also learn so much about what my next step...From the start Actualize provided an enormous amount of transparency regarding the curriculum, student expectations, and the kinds of support they will provide. Everyone involved, my lead instructor, the TAs, our career advisor, all then exceeded expectations and made the experience extremely well-rounded. It happened really fast but I learned so much and feel that I not only have had the opportunity to build a strong foundation of knowledge but also learn so much about what my next steps and paths can be. - Robyn SpauldingWeb Developer | Actualize Alumni • Graduate • Web Development • OnlineNov 18, 2022Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Wonderful community, great instructional practices and career counseling
Pros:
-Great teaching practices and pacing. I learned so much from my instructor and TA's. They were encouraging and knowledgable allowing us to ask questions but also teaching us how to research on our own.
-Super organized structure - coming from an education background I was so happy with the way the lessons were planned and executed. I was able to not only learn in class and ask questions, our classes published materials are always available for review if I get stuck while wo...Pros:
-Great teaching practices and pacing. I learned so much from my instructor and TA's. They were encouraging and knowledgable allowing us to ask questions but also teaching us how to research on our own.
-Super organized structure - coming from an education background I was so happy with the way the lessons were planned and executed. I was able to not only learn in class and ask questions, our classes published materials are always available for review if I get stuck while working on a project independently
-Amazing career counseling or rather "Job Hacking" curriculum. The career advisors had amazing resources for us and did a great job helping us to organize and plan for life after the bootcamp - with the difficult task of job searching ahead of me I feel confident that I have the support and resources to find a job that is right for me.
Cons:
-Really heavy on Ruby - would have liked to learn a few more languages.
- I would have enjoyed learning more about mobile development during class time - Kade IllianGraduate • Web Development • OnlineNov 18, 2022Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
The Most Comprehensive CS Bootcamp
In my opinion, the best part of Actualize Bootcamp is the curriculum. Coming out of the bootcamp, I feel extremely confident in my skills in both Rails and React. In addition to these two primary frameworks, Actualize also teaches you skills like Git, SQL, Postgresql, and how to continue learning post bootcamp. Overall, I would highly recommend this bootcamp to anyone who is looking to start their web development career. - Jack AuboneStudent • Web Development • ChicagoNov 18, 2022Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
It was a great experience
Glad I chose this bootcamp instead of my other options, you can tell these guys care about the outcome of their students. It was a good intensity level to keep you working hard consistently but not be overwhelming. - Jeremy DimesFull Stack Web Developer • Graduate • Web Development • OnlineNov 18, 2022Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Absolutely above and beyond efficient
Before attending Actualize Bootcamp I heard many bootcamps were not legit or worth the dollar. I heard through word of mouth that Actualize was very good. The reviews I read were pretty good as well. After attending Actualize I must say that it is one of my best experiences in education. Shout out my Instructor Peter Jang who is amazing and my career advisor Lisa Tucker who is awesome. Also CEO Jay Wengrow is great at what he does. All in all Actualize is great for beginners and experien...Before attending Actualize Bootcamp I heard many bootcamps were not legit or worth the dollar. I heard through word of mouth that Actualize was very good. The reviews I read were pretty good as well. After attending Actualize I must say that it is one of my best experiences in education. Shout out my Instructor Peter Jang who is amazing and my career advisor Lisa Tucker who is awesome. Also CEO Jay Wengrow is great at what he does. All in all Actualize is great for beginners and experienced student of code in the vast world of tech. - J RobinsonWeb Developer • Graduate • Web Development • OnlineNov 18, 2022Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Very Supportive Learning Environment
The program at Actualize is so supportive. That was most important for me, there's always someone to talk too and coach you along. The instructors and counselors are really invested in your success not only as a student but a graduate as well! Highly recommend! - Samuel BaconStudent • Graduate • Web Development • OnlineOct 07, 2022Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Great supportive bootcamp!
I am just graduating from Actualize. I was unsuccessful at another bootcamp, won't say their name "T... something" lol but was sent packing. I found Actualize online and was impressed with the reviews, particularly on how they pride themselves on being able to teach coding, not just do it! In fact their previous name was anyonecanlearntocode.com I think. But I think it's been great, the way they presented it has been carefully wrangled over, you can tell. I think another plus is that the...I am just graduating from Actualize. I was unsuccessful at another bootcamp, won't say their name "T... something" lol but was sent packing. I found Actualize online and was impressed with the reviews, particularly on how they pride themselves on being able to teach coding, not just do it! In fact their previous name was anyonecanlearntocode.com I think. But I think it's been great, the way they presented it has been carefully wrangled over, you can tell. I think another plus is that they really strive to make it so that everyone can learn at their level. I am prepared to continue learning and thriving in tech... Hopefully getting paid to do so! - Nathan BrownsteinGraduate • Web Development • OnlineOct 07, 2022Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Positive, encouraging, and difficult
This course is not easy. It has 5 weeks of pre-work, plus the actual course work. It's fast paced and won't slow down for you. However, it is a very supportive environment, one which doesn't require any prior knowledge of coding. If you are interested in coding as a job, and have the discipline to actually commit to the full time frame, I would say it is an excellent way to decide if you have the temperament to code as job. It also helps that the instructors are teachers, and not just co...This course is not easy. It has 5 weeks of pre-work, plus the actual course work. It's fast paced and won't slow down for you. However, it is a very supportive environment, one which doesn't require any prior knowledge of coding. If you are interested in coding as a job, and have the discipline to actually commit to the full time frame, I would say it is an excellent way to decide if you have the temperament to code as job. It also helps that the instructors are teachers, and not just coders, and thus have experience in how to create curriculum and how to teach students.
If you can succeed in this fast paced environment, I'd say you're well suited to coding in general. It's a good course, has good instructors, and felt collaborative the whole time. - Geoff ArnerN/A • Graduate • Web Development • OnlineSep 09, 2022Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Highly Recommend
I heard about this bootcamp from someone who had completed the course and said that it was great. I did some research and it had a better reputation than most of the other bootcamps I had looked at. I was impressed that it focused heavily on interaction and feedback between students and the small class sizes with two T.A.s. When I read one review about how they hire teachers, teach them to code, and use them as instructors I knew it was the right choice. I have to say it was intimidating...I heard about this bootcamp from someone who had completed the course and said that it was great. I did some research and it had a better reputation than most of the other bootcamps I had looked at. I was impressed that it focused heavily on interaction and feedback between students and the small class sizes with two T.A.s. When I read one review about how they hire teachers, teach them to code, and use them as instructors I knew it was the right choice. I have to say it was intimidating during pre-work and the bootcamp itself was very challenging at times. The resources, group discussions, and office hours in addition to one-on-one help really made the learning process a positive experience. It is a bootcamp so it isn't easy but the amount of information that I learned was well worth the time and money. - EJGraduate • Web Development • OnlineSep 09, 2022Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Top-tier Educators
I can't recommend this bootcamp enough. Excellent instructors, satisfying work, and it's a lot of fun. You receive ongoing support after the course ends, as well, which is a big help to the job search. If you're on the fence, just jump in, I'm so happy I made the decision to go to Actualize. - Fernando AnteloStudent • Web Development • OnlineSep 09, 2022Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Cannot recommend Actualize enough
I had an awesome experience with Actualize. Everything went extremely well, from the application process to the class itself to everything they do for you after graduating. Amanda is an awesome instructor. She explains things so well and always helps reassure everyone of their progress. Going into this class, I had a small amount of coding knowledge from years prior, but I had no confidence that I would be able to learn all the skills on my own to be able to find a job in software develo...I had an awesome experience with Actualize. Everything went extremely well, from the application process to the class itself to everything they do for you after graduating. Amanda is an awesome instructor. She explains things so well and always helps reassure everyone of their progress. Going into this class, I had a small amount of coding knowledge from years prior, but I had no confidence that I would be able to learn all the skills on my own to be able to find a job in software development. After finishing the course, I have no regrets and would recommend Actualize to anyone. The way the course is set up is a great way to learn web development. Seriously, taking this course is one of the best decisions I've made.
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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
Licensing
No
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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. 594 Actualize alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed Actualize on Course Report - you should start there!
Is Actualize legit?
We let alumni answer that question. 594 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.
Can I read Actualize reviews?
You can read 594 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?
No