Kenzie Academy was created with the mission to teach and train future tech professionals across America, especially those who have been underserved by traditional education systems, and place them in rewarding careers in technology.
Why choose Kenzie Academy over coding bootcamps or traditional university programs? For our students and alumni, the choice boils down to quality and affordability.
“We want to create a new pathway for people who have the drive to change their lives.”
Imagine getting an education without setting yourself back with massive financial obstacles. It’s the dream, right? At Kenzie, it’s reality.
Kenzie is affordable and offers a variety of payment options designed to make education more accessible for all (more on that here).
Another reason students choose Kenzie Academy: the depth of our programs. We focus on workplace readiness and hands-on learning, while also providing personalized attention from facilitators and instructors. Kenzie is here to support students who want to better themselves, and we live that mission from the top down.
How do we do this? Our Software Engineering course is 12 months, so students are given more time to truly grasp the material instead of simply memorizing it, like one would in a 3-6 month bootcamp. In our programs, students dive deep into the concepts of Software Engineering, and they graduate job-ready with a portfolio full of work to showcase to future employers. Head to our program pages to read the nitty-gritty of each program.
Our UX Design program is a project-based curriculum that will have you solving real-world problems. The 6-month course is part-time to give working professionals the education they need to grow in their careers. Our program is taught by live instructors and provides you access to the Kenzie network and community that will support you along the way.
Kenzie Academy is accredited in the state of Indiana, extended by the Office for Career and Technical Schools. This applies to post-secondary proprietary schools that are non-credit-bearing and non-degree-granting.
“I don’t think prospective students should be afraid about not having a background in coding, math, or computers. You can do it because they will help you do it. I felt very comfortable that this gives me the kind of portfolio and experience that I need to be very successful when I move forward.” –Lea, Kenzie Grad & Full Stack Software Engineer
“It’s not just User Experience Design. They actually teach us to be User Experience Engineers, so we’ll be able to implement our designs straight into front-end code that we can then hand off to a Software Engineer to have it fully implemented. That skill set is invaluable in the industry right now.” – Blake, Kenzie Grad & UX Engineer
Kenzie was built to address changes happening with technology, manufacturing, and automation. Our students are trained for job skills currently in demand. In addition, we also teach career and soft skills that give students a growth mindset and make their abilities future-proof. A Kenzie education is for tomorrow, just as much as it is for today.
We collaborate with industry professionals and hiring partners to keep our curriculum relevant. Unlike tech bootcamps, we maintain a focus on deeper learning instead of memorization. At Kenzie, we pride ourselves on our focus on real outcomes, which is a difference between Kenzie and more traditional higher education institutions. Just take a look at where our grads have been hired to see for yourself.
Where could you be
in 6 or 9 months?
Kenzie Academy is collaborating with Amazon Technical Academy to launch this online Software Engineering Program with Backend Java Specialization for growth-minded learners looking to transition to a rewarding career in software development.
Our User Experience (UX) Design program is built for working professionals. This part-time program will give you the education needed to become a UX Designer and solve real-world problems.
Co-Founder and CEO Chok Ooi established Kenzie Academy in the summer of 2017 to pioneer a new education model for those looking to prepare for the future of work by retraining with technical skills. Through automation and other technical advancements, tech (or new-collar) jobs are rising and taking the place of the traditional white-collar and blue-collar roles. Chok wanted to prepare students for these new-collar opportunities by teaching a combination of hands-on technical skills and soft, interpersonal skills.
Today, Kenzie is fulfilling its mission while also making a tech education more accessible and affordable. Students from all walks of life can enjoy the professional opportunities available in this growing industry, whether they’re looking for a fresh start in a new career or wanting to advance in the industry.
