Utah State University
Coding Bootcamp
Learn the programming skills you need to build the life you want.
Designed for beginners, the virtual USU Coding Bootcamp powered by Fullstack Academy can help you launch a tech career—all in 12-26 weeks online!
Program at a Glance
12 - 26
WEEKS (FT - PT)
06/06
APPLY BY
06/12
NEXT START DATE
$1,500
POTENTIAL SCHOLARSHIPS
The Demand for Web Developers
Software developers are in high demand across the country. In Utah, companies are hiring both local and remote web tech professionals.
According to data from Lightcast™ . 2022, the employment of software developers is projected to grow 17% percent from 2022 to 2032. Businesses actively seeking web development professionals span all industries and sizes, and include local high-tech employers like Goldman Sachs, Adobe, Accenture, and Array (Lightcast™ . 2022).
Hiring for roles like Back-End Engineer, Computer Programmer, Full-Stack Engineer, and Web Developer, these companies are rapidly growing and building out their software development teams. USU Coding Bootcamp grads will be well-equipped for these roles and many others.
Add Coding Skills to Your Resume Today
Study full-time or part-time to get the in-demand web development skills you need to launch your tech career, plus job search preparation and support to help you land a role!
Bootcamp Application & Start Dates
Fullstack Academy is one of the longest-running and most successful tech bootcamps in the nation, with incredible student reviews, years of experience in education, and impressive graduate outcomes.
Graduates are assisted by a career success team and leave as members of the Fullstack community—a supportive alum network that can help open doors to future job opportunities in Utah, online/remotely, and beyond!
How the Utah State University Coding Bootcamp Works
The Utah State University Coding Bootcamp is designed for students to pursue high-quality tech education while continuing to balance work or other commitments. Our program provides you with the flexibility to fit career development into your life.
Part-time and full-time bootcamp programs are available.
Bootcamp classes combine live online instruction taught by industry-experienced professionals with independent learning assignments.
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Tuesday and Thursday Classes (With an Optional Lab on Wednesdays)
7:30am-10:30am MT
4:30pm-7:30pm MT
Monday and Wednesday Classes (With an Optional Lab on Tuesdays)
6:30pm-9:30pm MT
Labs correspond with the start time of your regular classes. Participation in the weekly lab is optional, but strongly encouraged.
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All classes are held Monday-Friday.
8:30am-1:00pm MT
Class time and schedule options vary by month and are subject to change. To see available class times and schedules for your cohort of choice, complete your application or schedule a call with a student advisor.
Tuition and Payment Options
There are many ways to pay for your bootcamp experience including self-pay, employer-pay, local/state government assistance, scholarships, and personal loans. Learn more about payment options.
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Utah State University Tech Bootcamps is committed to making tech education more accessible, so we’re reducing the enrollment deposit to $99* (normally $1,000) for a limited time. Get started on your journey before the deposit increases!
Enrollment Deposit -
$1,000$99*
Tuition During Program - $13,396
Total Tuition - $13,495
*Offer eligibility: Upon admittance into the program, pay the $99 non-refundable deposit in full prior to the enrollment date. -
$500 Community Scholarship
For Utah State University alumni, current students, and employees.
$1,000 Military Scholarship**
For active-duty military and veterans.
**Valid ID required.
Big Return On Your Investment.
Entry-level web developers in Utah earn a median yearly salary of $79,100 (Lightcast™ . 2022), making now an exciting time to start or upskill a career in coding.
What You’ll Learn
Our full-stack JavaScript-based curriculum is designed to provide you with all the necessary skills to pursue a meaningful career in web development. As part of bootcamp, you’ll also:
Learn live online from industry-experienced professionals
Gain hands-on practice working with other developers
Graduate with a portfolio of projects to show employers
Receive career coaching and job search support
Be prepared for in-demand roles like Back-End Engineer, Computer Programmer, Full-Stack Engineer, and Web Developer
Along with the classroom sessions, students can attend a weekly lab where they can review key concepts, catch up on assignments, and work alongside peers. To prepare students for real-life work scenarios and environments, students also take part in career simulations during their training.
Unit (Weeks )
Weeks
Graphical User Interface
Command Line Interface
Development Environments
Git & GitHub
Intro to front-end development
JavaScript fundamentals
Development Team dynamics
Career Simulation - Front-end foundations project
CSS & HTML
Conditionals & comparisons
Loops & arrays
Objects & methods
Functions
Debugging
Test-driven development
Document Object Model
ES6 modules & the prototype chain
Async/Await
Career simulation - front-end development project
Intro to React
State & props
React Router
Hooks
Authentication
Career simulation - React project
Back-end fundamentals
Structured Query Language (SQL)
API routes
Career simulation - back-end project
Career simulation - full-stack development projects
Future planning for self-directed learning
*Please note that this is a sample curriculum and is subject to change.
Who Should Attend
The coding program is specifically designed for beginners. There’s no experience required to apply, be accepted, or to succeed. Successful bootcamp students have backgrounds in:
Teaching
Finance
Retail
Customer service
Graphic design
Admin
Biology
And more...
If this sounds like you, apply today and join others just like you on the first steps to a life-changing career.
FAQs
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The coding curriculum is broken up into five units:
Front-End Foundations: Explore the fundamentals of front-end web development, including CSS, HTML, and Command Line Interface.
Front-End Development: Deep dive into JavaScript, the Document Object Model, test-driven development, and more.
Development Libraries: Discover the purpose of React in JavaScript development, React routing, and executing custom code with Hooks.
Back-End Development: Learn back-end development, Structured Query Language (SQL), and API routes.
Full-Stack Development: Complete a Capstone project and expand your portfolio.
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No, you do not need to be a current student or alumni in order to apply to the Tech Bootcamps.
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If you’re interested in USU Tech Bootcamps and not sure which program is right for you, we recommend scheduling a call with one of our Student Advisors. They can provide you with more information about the curriculum and the roles you’ll be prepared for in each bootcamp, such as Data Analyst (Data Analytics), Platform Engineer (DevOps), Software Developer (Coding), Cybersecurity Analyst (Cyber), and Product Manager (Product Management).
From there, apply to your program of choice (no prep required!). Next, our Admissions team can help you advance in the process and even help you switch programs if you change your mind (e.g., Data to DevOps).
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You do need to provide your own computer for the bootcamp. It can be a laptop or desktop as long as it meets minimum tech specifications. We highly recommend Apple computers for our program, however, it is possible to use Windows with some modifications. You must have at least MacOS 10.15 or newer or Windows 10. Because the bootcamp is live-online, you are required to have a webcam and microphone in order to participate in class.
To learn more about the tech requirements for your chosen program, visit our Online Learning page.
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We have a long-standing history of delivering high-quality tech education in a live online format. You'll learn in a fast-paced environment with hands-on 1:1 instruction, working closely with both your instructor and peers.
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To be eligible for the program, you must be at least 18 years old and a high school grad/GED holder by the start date of your intended cohort.
Ready to Start Learning?
Once you’re ready to start your tech journey, here are the steps you can expect in the admissions process.
- Fill out our online application form
- Take our nontechnical assessment
- No coding experience required
- Covers logical reasoning
- Sent to you immediately upon submission of application
- Receive an entrance decision
