Frequently Asked Questions
You’ll have support from:
Your mentor: A professional, industry expert will provide 1:1 guidance and accountability in a 30-minute video call at a time that works for your busy schedule.
Community teaching assistants: Dedicated help when you’re stuck and detailed feedback on each project.
Career coaches: Your career coach will help with resume reviews, mock interviews, job search strategy, etc.
Advisors: Our advisors will answer questions, discuss goals, and provide tips and support on any aspect of the program.
And, finally, your classmates: You can form study groups, get feedback, and work on projects together!
You will receive a certificate of completion from Wake Forest University upon completing the program.
The bootcamps are completely online. All you need is an internet connection.
Our programs are designed to go “at your own schedule.” Most students spend 15-20 hours/week, but the programs are asynchronous. So if you want to spend more time, you can finish it faster than average with the continued aid of our support teams.
All of the tools required to complete our bootcamps successfully are included in the tuition.
Our enrollment advisors are here to help you with these tough questions. After you submit an application to any of our programs, our team of enrollment advisors would like to schedule a call with you to make sure you're a good fit for the program, but also help you find the right program for your career goals.
Fill out an application to any of our programs, and we’ll help you with these questions.
Some students use personal loans to pay for their bootcamp education. There are many personal lending options for you to research and consider.
Keep in mind that Springboard or Wake Forest University do not endorse, recommend, or promote any particular lender.
The payment choice is at the discretion of you, the student. If you decide to use a personal loan, make sure to choose the option that works best for you.
Bootcamp students have also used Climb Credit for financing the program. Students who choose to finance through Climb Credit:
Pay a deposit at the time of enrollment.
Make payments for a duration of 24 - 42 months depending on loan type.
0% APR options may be available to those who qualify.
Please note: lending might not be available in all 50 states - click here for the current full lending list.
This program is offered by Wake Forest University School of Professional Studies (WFU SPS) and is powered by Springboard, an online-first global education provider.
This collaboration creates the opportunity for learners to build and advance their technical skills while earning a professional certificate of completion from Wake Forest University.
Our Enrollment Advisors can help you decide if one of our bootcamps is the right course for you.
Reach out at wakeforest@career-bootcamp.com
Cybersecurity Bootcamp
It takes time and effort to become a cybersecurity professional, but our courses are designed to be completed on your own schedule. While the course length will vary depending on each student’s pacing, most students finish the course and are job-ready after 6 months of working ~10-15 hours per week.
Spots are limited and we accept candidates on a rolling basis. We have a multi-step application process:
1. Interview via phone with an Enrollment Advisor
If your application meets our criteria, we will reach out by phone for a fit interview. This call will come from either a local area code or 336 area code number and is required to gain provisional acceptance into the program
2. Complete the technical skills survey
In addition to your phone interview, you are required to complete a brief knowledge gap survey before the program begins – most applicants can complete it in roughly half an hour. This survey will be sent via email and you should plan to complete it within 24 hours.
3. Reserve your seat
If you are accepted into our program, you will be sent a link via email to register. Please fill out the required information within 24 hours. You can choose a start date, payment plan, and fill out your student profile. Once your enrollment is complete, you will be eligible for mentor matching.
We offer three payment options. Explore detailed payment options on the cybersecurity bootcamp page, or speak to an enrollment advisor to learn more.
Upfront payment: You pay a discounted total payment upfront.
Month to month: Pay in four payments while in the program.
Financing Options: Some students use personal loans to pay for their bootcamp education. There are many personal lending options for you to research and consider.
Wake Forest University and Springboard, the bootcamp program provider, will process loans from any eligible lender you select. Things you should consider in your lender search are what the lender offers regarding current interest rates, repayment options, service fees and other details that may be important to you. You might also want to research loan options offered by your personal bank or other private lenders.
Bootcamp students have also used Climb Credit for financing the program. Students who choose to finance through Climb Credit:
Pay a deposit at the time of enrollment.
Make payments for a duration of 24 - 42 months depending on loan type.
0% APR options may be available to those who qualify.
Please note: lending might not be available in all 50 states - click here for the current full lending list.
Keep in mind that Springboard or Wake Forest University do not endorse, recommend, or promote any particular lender.
The payment choice is at the discretion of you, the student. If you decide to use a personal loan, make sure to choose the option that works best for you.
Yes! If you are unable to pay for your education costs up front, financing through a private lending source may be a good option. There are many personal lending options for you to research and consider.
Keep in mind that Springboard or Wake Forest University do not endorse, recommend, or promote any particular lender.
The payment choice is at the discretion of you, the student. If you decide to use a personal loan, make sure to choose the option that works best for you.
Some students choose to work with Climb Credit for financing. Speak to an enrollment advisor to learn more.
Our goal is to help you find a job within six months of graduation. The final module of the course will help prepare you by focusing on career components, such as successful job search strategies, building your network, crafting a resume tailored to cybersecurity, and building your LinkedIn profile. Your career coach will also work 1:1 with you for up to 6 months after graduation to practice mock technical and behavioral interviews, debrief after actual job interviews, and help you negotiate your salary.
All backgrounds are welcome in the Cybersecurity Bootcamp as long as you can demonstrate strong analytical skills. To ensure a successful course experience, we require that all students are at least 18 years old and strongly proficient in English. You’ll need to pass a technical skills survey centered around communication and an analytical mindset.
Data Analytics Bootcamp
We expect most students will complete the course in 6 months studying between 15-20 hours per week. The curriculum is built to teach you the skills needed to land a job.
Spots are limited and we accept candidates on a rolling basis. We have a multi-step application process.
1. Interview via phone with an Enrollment Advisor
If your application and profile meet certain standards, we'll soon reach out by phone for a fit interview - be ready for a call shortly from a number with either a local area code or a 336 area code. This interview is required to gain provisional acceptance into the program.
2. Complete the technical skills survey
In parallel with your fit interview, we'll send you a survey via email to assess any knowledge gaps you may have before the program begins. Plan to complete this within 24 hours - most applicants take about 1/2 hour to do this.
3. Reserve your seat
Our program is very selective. If you are accepted, we will send you a registration link via email, to fill out within 24 hours. You will choose a start date and payment plan, and fill out your student profile to complete your enrollment and be eligible for mentor matching.
We offer three payment options. Explore detailed payment options on the data analytics bootcamp page, or speak to an enrollment advisor to learn more.
Upfront payment: You pay a discounted total payment upfront.
Month to month: Pay in four payments while in the program.
Climb Credit loan*: Pay a deposit at the time of enrollment. Make payments for a duration of 12 - 24 months depending on loan type. 0% APR options may be available to those who qualify.
Apply and speak with an enrollment advisor to learn more about your specific financing options.
*Please note: lending might not be available in all 50 states - view the full lending list.
Keep in mind that Springboard or Wake Forest University do not endorse, recommend, or promote any particular lender.
The payment choice is at the discretion of you, the student. If you decide to use a personal loan, make sure to choose the option that works best for you.
Yes! If you are unable to pay for your education costs up front, financing through a private lending source may be a good option. There are many personal lending options for you to research and consider.
Keep in mind that Springboard or Wake Forest University do not endorse, recommend, or promote any particular lender.
The payment choice is at the discretion of you, the student. If you decide to use a personal loan, make sure to choose the option that works best for you.
Some students choose to work with Climb Credit for financing. Speak to an enrollment advisor to learn more.
Within the course, optional career units are offered. You can also work 1:1 with your career coach to create a successful job search strategy, build your network, craft a data analytics resume and LinkedIn profile, practice mock technical and behavioral interviews, debrief after actual job interviews, and negotiate your salary. We expect you can land a job within six months of course graduation.
This bootcamp is designed to transform beginners in data analytics into technically advanced data analysts. Prerequisites for the bootcamp include:
English fluency (spoken and written), as determined by interactions with the admissions team
Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills
Software Engineering Bootcamp
We expect most students will complete the course in 9 months studying between 15-20 hours per week. The curriculum is built to teach you the skills needed to land a job.
Spots are limited and we accept candidates on a rolling basis. We have a multi-step application process.
1. Interview via phone with an Enrollment Advisor
If your application and profile meet certain standards, we'll soon reach out by phone for a fit interview - be ready for a call shortly from a number with either a local area code or a 336 area code. This interview is required to gain provisional acceptance into the program.
2. Complete the technical skills survey
In parallel with your fit interview, we'll send you a survey via email to assess any knowledge gaps you may have before the program begins. Plan to complete this within 24 hours - most applicants take about 1 hour to do this.
3. Reserve your seat
Our program is very selective. If you are accepted, we will send you a registration link via email, to fill out within 24 hours. You will choose a start date and payment plan, and fill out your student profile to complete your enrollment and be eligible for mentor matching.
We offer three payment options. Explore detailed payment options on the software engineering bootcamp page, or speak to an enrollment advisor to learn more.
Upfront payment: You pay a discounted total payment upfront.
Month to month: Pay in five payments while in the program.
Climb Credit loan*: Pay a deposit at the time of enrollment. Make payments for a duration of 12 - 24 months depending on loan type. 0% APR options may be available to those who qualify.
Apply and speak with an enrollment advisor to learn more about your specific financing options.
*Please note: lending might not be available in all 50 states - view the full lending list.
Keep in mind that Springboard or Wake Forest University do not endorse, recommend, or promote any particular lender.
The payment choice is at the discretion of you, the student. If you decide to use a personal loan, make sure to choose the option that works best for you.
Yes! If you are unable to pay for your education costs up front, financing through a private lending source may be a good option. There are many personal lending options for you to research and consider.
Keep in mind that Springboard or Wake Forest University do not endorse, recommend, or promote any particular lender.
The payment choice is at the discretion of you, the student. If you decide to use a personal loan, make sure to choose the option that works best for you.
Some students choose to work with Climb Credit for financing. Speak to an enrollment advisor to learn more.
Within the course, optional career units are offered. You can also work 1:1 with your career coach to create a successful job search strategy, build your network, craft a software engineering resume and LinkedIn profile, practice mock technical and behavioral interviews, debrief after actual job interviews, and negotiate your salary. We expect you can land a job within six months of course graduation.
If you already have basic skills in HTML, CSS, and JavaScript you can test into an accelerated Core version of the curriculum.
If you don’t know how to code, you’ll learn everything you need to succeed in the Foundations+Core version of the program. All backgrounds are welcome.