CareerFoundry
Average Rating4.66
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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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alejandro castilloStudent • UX Design Program • OnlineApr 07, 2021Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistanceux design
it has been a great experience all staff is committed to helping me, I would like short courses to improve our new skills- Alice BoterStudent • Voice User Interface Design Course • OnlineMar 31, 2021Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob AssistanceN/A
now i i know conversational design is what i love
Really enjoyed doing this course. I liked the practical approach. Hands on, and make your own skills on Alexa. Also liked the fact that you can always ask your teacher for help and advice. What could be better: they tend to have somewhat older articles they refer to for extra reading. They do a really good job in supporting you and making sure nothing gets in your way to reach success. The way they have organized the course is great, you can immediately see your progress. - AdamStudent • UX Design Program • OnlineMar 31, 2021Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
A rewarding, structured way to study UX with a great community
I am about 6 months in to the UX Design program at Career Foundry at this point. Overall it has been a good experience—the tasks are broken down into good chunks, the feedback and resources have been helpful, and the mentorship has been incredibly valuable. I definitely recommend Career Foundry, especially for the community aspect.
My one area of improvement and encouragement to them would be to rethink the "Time Estimation" on tasks. It is helpful to know an average time, but has be...I am about 6 months in to the UX Design program at Career Foundry at this point. Overall it has been a good experience—the tasks are broken down into good chunks, the feedback and resources have been helpful, and the mentorship has been incredibly valuable. I definitely recommend Career Foundry, especially for the community aspect.
My one area of improvement and encouragement to them would be to rethink the "Time Estimation" on tasks. It is helpful to know an average time, but has been a source of discouragement when I have needed to spend a lot of additional time on a project. Talking to my mentor has definitely help me set more realistic expectations and determine when I am being a perfectionist and just need to submit my assignment vs when I need to spend additional time working on something. - Essence PattersonStudent • UI Design Program • OnlineMar 31, 2021Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob AssistanceN/A
From Teacher to Techie, Thanks to CF
As a former preschool teacher who chose to make a career switch, I can honestly say my experience with Career Foundry has been nothing short of amazing. I am currently taking their UI Immersion course and am quickly approaching my Frontend Development for Designers specialization. I have learned about several components of mobile design I view through using apps day-to-day that I had no clue involved so much thought, all in an effort to prioritize the user. The communication and assistan...As a former preschool teacher who chose to make a career switch, I can honestly say my experience with Career Foundry has been nothing short of amazing. I am currently taking their UI Immersion course and am quickly approaching my Frontend Development for Designers specialization. I have learned about several components of mobile design I view through using apps day-to-day that I had no clue involved so much thought, all in an effort to prioritize the user. The communication and assistance given on all fronts is also excellent (tutor, mentor, and student advisors)! I feel more confident stepping into the design and tech industry now more than ever because of this program. - Chen SegalStudent • UX Designer • OnlineMar 30, 2021Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
UX design course
Great course, very detailed and moderate.
The tutor is very professional.
- Alexa LepistoMar 30, 2021Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
UI Design
I’m a student in the UI design program and have really loved it so far. I’ve learned so much and each project does a good job of explaining new concepts. The instructors are helpful and always offer additional resources if you need help understanding a project or idea. I would highly recommend this program! - ElizabethStudent • UX Design Program • OnlineMar 30, 2021Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob AssistanceN/A
Good UX Design Course for Independent Self-Starters
The materials are very well laid out, with clear explanations, relevant tasks, and a logical progression through the project. For the UX Design Course, I had a tutor to review the submitted tasks and a mentor to review the portfolio we were building, although I wasn't quite clear on what the mentor's role was until later in the course when we were finalizing the project. The tutor was excellent, giving detailed, personalized feedback in a short amount of time, although it would've been u...The materials are very well laid out, with clear explanations, relevant tasks, and a logical progression through the project. For the UX Design Course, I had a tutor to review the submitted tasks and a mentor to review the portfolio we were building, although I wasn't quite clear on what the mentor's role was until later in the course when we were finalizing the project. The tutor was excellent, giving detailed, personalized feedback in a short amount of time, although it would've been useful to have phone contact with the tutor because he was monitoring the "day-to-day" tasks we submitted. The mentor, who I had easy phone access to, seemed more distant, but it was good having access to her when it came to putting the online portfolio together.
I felt that tasks were much more time-consuming than estimated, perhaps because I had no background whatsoever in design or technology. To that end, more support could have been given regarding the tools used for the course. Nowadays, there are a lot of online tutorials to help, but I felt that if I were paying for a program that advises that no prior experience is necessary, then training or curriculum should include detailed "how-to" units or workshops with the applications we had to use.
Overall, a thorough program and appropriate if you are a self-starter and good at working independently. It is a lot of work, so you really have to keep up with the timeline, as nobody is monitoring your progress but yourself, and if you fall behind, it's hard to catch up. The program has given me enough knowledge about the UX Design process that I feel comfortable applying for jobs, although I don't know what sort of work I can get because I haven't started looking yet. - Marc HenryStudent • UX Design Program • OnlineMar 30, 2021Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Fantastic Program
The UX Design program at CareerFoundry has been incredible so far. It's self-paced which is super helpful, and the feedback is timely and always very productive. I have been pleased by my tutor and mentor's input and feel like I'm getting a quality education in the UX field. - BrandonStudent • UX Designer • OnlineMar 30, 2021Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Great Support and knowledge
CareerFoundry has been great at connecting me with excellent mentors and tutors as well as creating a community amoung the students. The course is constantly being made better and they really seem dedicated to the success of the students. I always receive great feedback and my confidence in UX and UI design has grown immensely! - Vedrana T.Graduate • OnlineMar 30, 2021Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob AssistanceN/A
Great for future UX designers
Overall great program. It sorts out all information available into meaningful groups. In the process it wasn‘t very clear why I‘m doing something but now at the end it makes all sense. Thankfully I had mentor and tutor and they were always there for me, answered all my questions and I was often confused. I love student advisors as much! They always understood me well snd helped me every time! - StephanieStudent • UI Design Program • OnlineMar 17, 2021Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Wonderful UI Design Course
I've had such a life-changing experience with CareerFoundry's UI Design course. Studying UI design has, for the first time, given me motivation to pursue something creative in my career. Their exercises are clear and straightforward with examples and step-by-step walkthroughs. Their tutors and mentors give great constructive, supportive, and encouraging feedback. And the whole course is designed to build your portfolio with the tools and processes you need to land a job immediately after...I've had such a life-changing experience with CareerFoundry's UI Design course. Studying UI design has, for the first time, given me motivation to pursue something creative in my career. Their exercises are clear and straightforward with examples and step-by-step walkthroughs. Their tutors and mentors give great constructive, supportive, and encouraging feedback. And the whole course is designed to build your portfolio with the tools and processes you need to land a job immediately after. Couldn't recommend it enough. - CandaceStudent • Data Analytics Program • OnlineMar 17, 2021Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Data analytics program
The coursework is easy to pick up for me, I have a minimal background in coding and graphic design. It's clear in the community groups that the data analytics program is brand new. The career services zoom calls center more on the UX/UI coursework and much of the slack group is filled with UI/UX tasks and requests for survey submission. My mentor and tutor are great at giving feedback and responding promptly to my submissions. There is no specialty track for data analytics yet but I've h...The coursework is easy to pick up for me, I have a minimal background in coding and graphic design. It's clear in the community groups that the data analytics program is brand new. The career services zoom calls center more on the UX/UI coursework and much of the slack group is filled with UI/UX tasks and requests for survey submission. My mentor and tutor are great at giving feedback and responding promptly to my submissions. There is no specialty track for data analytics yet but I've heard it's in development. The specialty course would be very helpful for people like me that have no clue what industry they want to get into upon completion. Overall the price and the tutor/mentor relationship are great. The program could use more community involvement for data analytics students.
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CareerFoundry Alumni Reviews Summary
Based on 1,400+ CareerFoundry reviews on Course Report, alumni appreciate the practical, skill-building approach of the bootcamps, particularly highlighting the mentorship, structured and engaging curriculum, and the flexibility to learn at their own pace. One student remarked, "The support and feedback from the Tutor and Mentor are what keeps me motivated, energized and confident about the skill I’m learning." However, some noted that learning online can feel lonely, especially for tasks typically done in teams.
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4.6
Job Assistance
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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. 1,506 CareerFoundry alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed CareerFoundry on Course Report - you should start there!
Is CareerFoundry legit?
We let alumni answer that question. 1,506 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?
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You can read 1,506 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.
Is CareerFoundry accredited?
While bootcamps must be approved to operate, accreditation is relatively rare. CareerFoundry doesn't yet share information about their accreditation status.