If cost is a factor, then bootcamps certainly win. Coding bootcamps cost between $10,000-$20,000 all up front, whereas CS degrees can cost up to $20,000 per semester. CS degrees are around 4 years long, cover in-depth theoretical material, teach you established programming practices, and provide you with a degree to show for it, but you will still need to prove your skills in a technical interview. If you attend a coding bootcamp you will need to prove your skills through your portfolio. Coding bootcamps are around 3 to 6 months long, intensive, teach you very practical, applicable, up-to-date skills, and give you career coaching, but are not usually accredited, so you do not get a qualification. There are many considerations to make when choosing whether to learn to code at a coding bootcamp, or by doing a computer science degree at university. college is right for you? We’ve got you covered! Start with a thorough self-assessment: consider what you can afford, the time you can dedicate to an educational program, the skills that you want to learn and your personal career goals.
By Liz EgglestonLast Updated April 20, 2021
