General Assembly

Coding bootcamps, UX design, data science, and digital marketing programs with career services and employer network.

Founded: 2011 by Jake Schwartz, Adam Pritzker, Matthew Brimer, and Brad HargreavesHQ: New York City300+ programs including bootcamps, part-time courses, and workshops

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Overview

General Assembly is a global education company offering immersive bootcamps, part-time courses, and workshops in software engineering, data science, UX design, and digital marketing. Founded in a NYC co-working space in 2011, GA has grown to 30+ campuses worldwide and has graduated over 100,000 students. GA's programs are more intensive and career-focused than self-paced platforms — immersive bootcamps run 12 weeks full-time, and career services include resume reviews, mock interviews, and employer introductions through GA's hiring network of 19,000+ companies.

Our Ratings

overall

4.0

value

3.3

quality

4.2

variety

3.5

Pricing

$3,000-16,000 (bootcamps), $250-1,000 (workshops)

  • Immersive Bootcamps: $14,000-16,000 (12 weeks full-time)
  • Part-Time Courses: $3,000-4,500 (10-12 weeks)
  • Short Courses: $250-750 (1-5 days)
  • Workshops: Free-$100
  • ISA (Income Share Agreement) option available in some locations
  • Payment plans and GI Bill accepted

✅ Pros

  • +Immersive, career-focused programs — not just videos
  • +Career services included (resume reviews, mock interviews, employer intros)
  • +19,000+ hiring partner companies
  • +Instructors are working professionals
  • +Strong alumni network and community
  • +Available online and in-person (30+ cities)
  • +ISA option reduces upfront financial risk

❌ Cons

  • Very expensive — $14,000-16,000 for bootcamps
  • Intense time commitment (12 weeks full-time)
  • Job placement isn't guaranteed despite marketing
  • Quality varies by location and instructor
  • Online experience isn't as strong as in-person
  • Some programs feel rushed at 12 weeks

Who Is General Assembly Best For?

  • 🎯Career changers committed to a full career transition
  • 🎯People who learn best in structured, intensive environments
  • 🎯Professionals wanting employer connections and career support
  • 🎯Anyone willing to invest significantly for accelerated results

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