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CareerFoundry is an online bootcamp that offers flexibly paced programs for career changers in web development, UX design, UI design, product design, data analytics, digital marketing, and product management. Headquartered in Berlin but with a global student base, CareerFoundry has provided tech education since 2013.

CareerFoundry combines the flexibility of online learning with the guidance of mentors and tutors through their dual mentorship model, training students to become job-ready in four to 12 months, or their money back.

No previous experience is required to apply for the programs. Students should have access to a computer and an internet connection, and an interest in the topic they are planning to study. Students apply via the CareerFoundry website by connecting with an advisor who can talk through their options. Students will need to pay a deposit to secure their place, then complete the required pre-work before the program commences.

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  • Elo
    Student • UX Designer • Online
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    May 19, 2021
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    Best way to change your career path

    I was looking for a new path in my career. I studied fashion design but I have always been interested in research and to apply design to find solutions. I found career foundry when I was looking for new options and I decided to study with them because of the support of your mentors and Tutors, it’s easier to make an important change if you are supported by professional people.
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  • Idara Ubong
    Applicant • UX Designer • Online
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    May 19, 2021
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    UX Design course

    CareerFoundry tutors are very detailed and helpful. I feel like the courses give me all the resources I need to become a UX designer. I am about 75% done with the course. The tutors and the job strategy coaches make me feel confident that I can go into the UX world!
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  • Alice Ruiz
    Student • UX Design Program • Online
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    May 05, 2021
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    UX Designer

    I am loving the program from Career foundry it has helped me a lot develop the skills I need to become a UX Designer. The tutor and mentor are qualified people who always give me feedback on all my tasks. I truly recommend the course.
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  • Kumi Gernhardt
    Full-Stack Web Development Program • Online
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    May 05, 2021
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    Careerfoundry gets you where you need to go

    I was really nervous starting this course way outside of my comfort zone. Careerfoundry has been so supportive in every single aspect. From support and understanding with organising payments, the tutors and mentors for this course, I have so many options in terms of asking for help and clarification, I have access to students also undergoing the same course, they remind me of things I forget that are important for my study journey, career advice, the whole 9 yards. Truly careerfoundry go...
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  • John Bimi
    UX Design • Student • UX Designer • Berlin
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    Apr 29, 2021
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    UX Design

    The mentorship and tutoring in the course is top notch. If you are a career changer, do not worry at all because you are covered. The course is hands one and all by the end of the course you will be job ready. This is the best decision I have ever taken in my life. The job guarantee Programm is top notch. 
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  • Michaela
    Digital Product Designer • Graduate • UX Design Program • Online
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    Apr 21, 2021
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    Changed Careers in 6 Months

    CareerFoundry gave me the platform and boost to change my career. I went from a non-design background to landing a full-time digital product designer internship within 6 months. My mentor experience was incredible and I am grateful for the feedback, encouragement and industry trips I received from both my tutor and mentor. I chose the course partly because of the self-paced approach. You truly get out of it what you put into it. My biggest tip: Make friends with fellow students via the a...
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  • Shanice
    Aspiring UX Designer • Student • UX Design Program • Online
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    Apr 21, 2021
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    UX Design

    I am currently a student at Careerfoundry and it's one of the best decisions I've made. 

    I did a career change from Interior Architecture to UX Design. I was nervous but excited to start my journey in tech. I researched so many bootcamps, but I chose Careerfoundry. Careerfoundry provides a comprehensive curriculum: Intro to UX, UX immersion, Job Preparation, and a Specialization course. The course takes 10 months to complete, yet people manage to complete the course in 6 months. B...
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  • Karen
    Graphic Designer • Student • UX Design Program • Online
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    Apr 21, 2021
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    If you work hard, CF will work hard to help you succeed

    Brilliant school, it offers a lot. If you have have the time to use all it offers you can do brilliantly. It’s platform is well done, it encourages you to keep going, by splitting the course into manageable bits. The job preparation course is what really makes the course stand out for me, in the end you want a job, and just some nice portfolio case studies most likely doesn’t get you the job you want. The profile prep, interview prep and guide on the job journey is totally worth the mone...
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  • Sheldon
    Fernandez • Student • UX Design Program • Online
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    Apr 16, 2021
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    Best online school

    When you go to school you will always hear your professors tell you that you will learn on the job. This is the first school where I've learned at school and I'm confident to start work. It feels like I have few years of experience. 
    The tutors are patient and very resourceful.
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  • Jen
    Student • UX Design Program • Online
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    Apr 16, 2021
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    Supportive and wonderful.

    I'm in the middle of a Career change with hopes of becoming a UX Designer, and I knew I wanted to attend a boot camp to learn the fundamentals. I read up on the options out there and decided on Career  Foundry, based on it's positive reviews. Happily, the reviews were correct! Career Foundry has been an awesome learning experience, and the my tutor and mentor are SUPER supportive. I've learned a ton in just under 8 months and feel confident that I'll succeed in my career change. 
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  • Salvija Dargyte
    Salvija Dargyte
    Student • Full-Stack Web Development Program • Online
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    Apr 16, 2021
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    Web development course review

    I am enrolled in the CareerFoundry Web development course, and honestly can say that so far it has been a very good experience. There are loads of links to additional reading and materials, and the course content itself is very good. I love the fact that you get assigned a tutor and a mentor and you have a community that can reach out to. The course itself is quite intense as well and covers a lot of aspects of web development. 
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  • Lilia Bara
    Marketing Manager • Graduate • UX Designer • Online
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    Apr 09, 2021
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    A community like no other

    I loved the CF community more than anything. I've met amazing people whom I'm still in touch with. We share our pains and joys in the job search and balance each other's design ideas.
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FAQs

How much does CareerFoundry cost?

CareerFoundry costs around $7,900. On the lower end, some CareerFoundry courses like Data Analytics Program cost $6,900.

What courses does CareerFoundry teach?

CareerFoundry offers courses like Data Analytics Program, Digital Marketing Program, Full-Stack Web Development Program, Product Design Program and 3 more.

Where does CareerFoundry have campuses?

CareerFoundry teaches students Online in a remote classroom.

Is CareerFoundry worth it?

CareerFoundry hasn't shared alumni outcomes yet, but one way to determine if a bootcamp is worth it is by reading alumni reviews. 1,508 CareerFoundry alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed CareerFoundry on Course Report - you should start there!

Is CareerFoundry legit?

We let alumni answer that question. 1,508 CareerFoundry alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed CareerFoundry and rate their overall experience a 4.66 out of 5.

Does CareerFoundry offer scholarships or accept the GI Bill?

Right now, it doesn't look like CareerFoundry 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 1,508 reviews of CareerFoundry on Course Report! CareerFoundry alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed CareerFoundry and rate their overall experience a 4.66 out of 5.

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

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