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Tech Elevator

Average Rating4.9
509 Reviews
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Tech Elevator offers both full-time and part-time coding bootcamps that prepare students for a career as a software developer, starting with an Aptitude Test. Throughout the bootcamp, students learn Java, HTML, CSS, SQL, API, and JavaScript. The full-time bootcamp runs for 14 weeks, Monday through Friday, 9-4:30 pm, and the part-time bootcamp runs for 30-weeks with a mix of independent study, live lectures and small-group programming. Both programs have a low student-to-instructor ratio to ensure the best supportive environment for participants. Tech Elevator's instruction is delivered in-person at campuses located in Cleveland and Columbus. Tech Elevator offers students beyond its core markets and throughout the U.S., class options through its National Live Remote program.

Tech Elevator’s career-readiness Pathway Program is responsible for high placement outcomes and includes personalized coaching sessions, interview practice, 12 months of placement support post-graduation, and alumni and mentor networking. Tech Elevator also offers its students and alumni direct connections to employers through employer showcases and interviewing events.

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  • Sam Petitti
    Sam Petitti
    Systems Test Engineer • Student • Full-Time Java Coding Bootcamp - In-person • Cleveland
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    Jun 18, 2019
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    Amazing Experience

    Attending Tech Elevator is one of the best and most important desicions I've made in my life. Prior to attending, I was a professional musician/music teacher in the New York City Area. I had moved out to Cleveland with my wife, was feeling pretty worn out on my career and looking for a change and something that was more sustainable long term. After picking up some beginner coding skills for fun, I started researching bootcamps in the Cleveland area. I ultimately decided on Tech Elevator af...

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  • Jacob Ballinger
    Jacob Ballinger
    Graduate • Full-Time Java Coding Bootcamp - In-person • Cincinnati
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    May 25, 2019
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    Challenging, but worth it.

    Tech Elevator Highlights:

    • Solid introduction to software development fundamentals
    • Instructors are there to guide you throughout activities and you'll have PLENTY of coding hours to practice
    • Multiple interview opportunities with local companies 
    • The Pathway Program helps you put your best foot forward with employers through interview training and job search preparation

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    • Large time / emo...
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  • Darryl Baldwin
    Graduate • Full-Time .NET/C# Coding Bootcamp - In-person • Columbus
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    May 21, 2019
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    You Wont Regret It

    Deciding to make a career change is one of the biggest decisions you could ever make. If you aren't happy with where you are or where your life is headed, you ultimately have to take that leap of faith. Don't get me wrong, tech elevator definetly isn't for everyone. If you have a knack for problem solving and enjoy working through hardships, I strongly recommend you consider it.

    What it comes down to is you get out of it what you put into it. The instructors and directors won't l...

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  • James Carkido
    Junior Developer • Graduate • Full-Time Java Coding Bootcamp - In-person • Cleveland
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    May 08, 2019
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    Changed my life

    I am not being dramatic when I say that Tech Elevator changed my life.  I come from a background in education, a field that is very saturated and stagnant. I needed a change and had always excelled at logical problem solving and with technology. At first, I was skeptical. How could I be ready for a career in just 14 weeks.  I will tell you how. The bootcamp setting is by no means a breeze. I spent most everyday in lecture, working, and studying.  A typical day in my life at Tech Elevator l...

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  • Jonathan Hale
    Software Developer Associate • Graduate • Full-Time .NET/C# Coding Bootcamp - In-person • Pittsburgh
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    May 01, 2019
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    An Amazing Experience

    Prior to Tech Elevator, I had little experience in coding, but I knew coding was what I wanted to do. The amount of stuff you'll learn in such a short period of time here is insane, and if you listen to the instructors and your career coach you will see success here. The support you'll receive in this program alone is worth the tuition, in my opinion. 

    From my own personal experience, no degree or prior experience is required to succeed in and get a great job out of this program....

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  • Tyler Teran
    Junior Software Developer • Graduate • Full-Time .NET/C# Coding Bootcamp - In-person • Cleveland
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    Apr 27, 2019
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    Best Decision of my Life

    I picked Tech Elevator because of its reputation in the Cleveland area. I was really impressed with their job placement numbers I learned about during the open house and it felt like a really good fit. Before Tech Elevator I had worked in food pretty much my entire career. I never thought I'd be able to escape it until I found myself really enjoying to code and gaining a real appreciation for the work.

    The part of the program that helped me the most was just taking advantage of a...

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  • William Crawford
    IT System Analyst • Graduate • Full-Time Java Coding Bootcamp - In-person • Cleveland
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    Apr 23, 2019
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    Recent Graduate

    I graduated from Tech Elevator on April 19th, 2019. Before graduation I already had two job offers from two of my top five company choices. I couldn’t be more satisfied with the entire experience at Tech Elevator, it was well worth the investment. 

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  • Ty Owen
    Jr. Applications Developer • Graduate • Full-Time Java Coding Bootcamp - In-person • Columbus
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    Apr 22, 2019
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    Do the work!

    Before I started at Tech Elevator I spent 9 years working in the Museum field. I had the opportunity to work on incredible projects but as my development cycles got farther and farther apart I found myself longing for something more challenging. The days I could solve problems with technology were the best days of my work life, and I wanted to spend everyday solving those kinds of problems.

    After meeting an instructor, and introducing a friend to Tech Elevator and watching his su...

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  • David Vanderburgh
    Jr. Develper • Student • Full-Time .NET/C# Coding Bootcamp - In-person • Columbus
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    Apr 19, 2019
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    From a different perspective

    Before Tech Elevator, I was an R&D engineer at a top automobile company.  Benefits and pay were outstanding, but I was slowly dying of boredom.  I had some experiences in the past of writing code and those were the days that flew by for me.

    I knew I wanted to get into software development, but going back to major in computer science felt like overkill and would not necessarily secure me a job in the field.

    After some light research, I was happy to find that Tech Ele...

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  • Luke Conte
    Consultant • Graduate • Full-Time .NET/C# Coding Bootcamp - In-person • Pittsburgh
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    Mar 22, 2019
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    Fantastic Path to Jumpstart Career

    I'm writing this review roughly three months after graduating from Tech Elevator's .NET bootcamp.  I've been in my current position as a Consultant/Software Developer for two months, and now that the "honeymoon" period of a new position is over, I still wouldn't change a thing about the decisions I've made in regard to Tech Elevator.

    Like any development bootcamp, the pacing is quick and the material is thrown at your rapidly, but the instructors are extremely he...

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  • Derek Ball
    Web Content Migration Specialist • Graduate • Full-Time Java Coding Bootcamp - In-person • Columbus
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    Feb 22, 2019
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    Let's be real..

    Let's be real... This is the best thing you could do to make a positive change in your life. In terms of risk/reward value to stopping what you're doing and investing in a new career, there IS NO BETTER WAY. We're talking time invested, money invested, quick return and placement, and being a new you within 4-6 months. 

    But let's be real... It's HARD work. You are, in every sense of the word, in a BOOTCAMP. Expect 12-14 hour days, 6 days a week on average, of non-stop coding. On ...

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  • Adam Seal
    Associate Software Engineer in Application Development • Student • Full-Time .NET/C# Coding Bootcamp - In-person • Cleveland
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    Feb 20, 2019
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    Best Decision I've Ever Made

    Tech Elevator changed my life and I would recommend it to anyone who's considering it! Coming from Residential HVAC, I knew very little about computers and almost nothing about programming. After being accepted into the program, it was clear that this was the place I was supposed to be. I learned so much from the amazing staff and made friendships I look forward to carrying on for a long time to come. The course work is strenuous but it's delivered in a way that makes it easy to digest and...

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Tech Elevator Alumni Outcomes

70%
Employment Rate
83%
Graduation Rate
$74,000
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100% of students intended to seek in-field employment within 180 days of graduating. 0% of students did not intend to seek in-field employment. Below is the 180 Day Employment Breakdown for 24 graduates included in report:
180 Day employment breakdown
Employed in-field70.0%
Full-time employee45.0%
Full-time apprenticeship, internship or contract position25.0%
Short-term contract, part-time, or freelance0.0%
Started a new company or venture after graduation0.0%
Not seeking in-field employment0.0%
Employed out-of-field0.0%
Continuing to higher education0.0%
Not seeking a job for health, family, or personal reasons0.0%
Still seeking job in-field30.0%
Could not contact0.0%
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Recent Tech Elevator News

Liz Eggleston
Liz Eggleston
Updated July 07, 2025
You’ve made the leap into tech – maybe you’ve just graduated from a coding bootcamp, or you’re mid-career and wondering what comes next. But once you land that first job, what’s the path to real growth? And how do you move from being the “new person” to someone who leads projects, mentors others, and shapes the future of your team? At a recent panel hosted during an online alumni conference ...
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Updated July 09, 2025
In 2025, the tech job interview process is shifting under our feet. The rise of generative AI tools has raised new questions about remote assessments, candidate authenticity, and the skills companies are really testing for. So what do today’s technical interviews actually look like? And how are career changers supposed to prepare? To find out, Course Report hosted a live Q&A webinar wi...
Jess Feldman
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Updated May 22, 2025
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Updated April 01, 2025
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Updated March 19, 2025
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Updated April 03, 2025
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Updated April 03, 2025
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Tech Elevator Alumni Reviews Summary

Based on 500+ Tech Elevator alumni reviews on Course Report, the bootcamps are praised for their effective teaching methods, comprehensive curriculum in coding and software development, and the supportive learning environment. One reviewer said, "Tech Elevator offers an incredible learning experience with passionate instructors and a well-structured curriculum." However, some reviews note that the intensity and pace of the courses can be challenging, especially for those completely new to coding.
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Tech Elevator is licensed under the Ohio State Board of Career Colleges and Schools, Pennsylvania State Board of Private Licensed Schools and Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs.
FAQs

How much does Tech Elevator cost?

Tech Elevator costs around $16,500.

Where does Tech Elevator have campuses?

Tech Elevator has in-person campuses in Cleveland and Columbus. Tech Elevator also has a remote classroom so students can learn online.

Is Tech Elevator worth it?

The data says yes! Tech Elevator reports a 93% graduation rate, a median salary of $65,000 and 88% of Tech Elevator alumni are employed. Tech Elevator hasn't shared alumni outcomes yet, but one way to determine if a bootcamp is worth it is by reading alumni reviews. 509 Tech Elevator alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed Tech Elevator on Course Report - you should start there!

Is Tech Elevator legit?

We let alumni answer that question. 509 Tech Elevator alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed Tech Elevator and rate their overall experience a 4.9 out of 5.

Does Tech Elevator offer scholarships or accept the GI Bill?

Yes, Tech Elevator accepts the GI Bill!

Can I read Tech Elevator reviews?

You can read 509 reviews of Tech Elevator on Course Report! Tech Elevator alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed Tech Elevator and rate their overall experience a 4.9 out of 5.

Is Tech Elevator accredited?

Tech Elevator is licensed under the Ohio State Board of Career Colleges and Schools, Pennsylvania State Board of Private Licensed Schools and Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs.

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