Propel Your Career
as a Web Developer

The Coding Boot Camp at UC San Diego Extended Studies | Learn to Code Part-Time and Full-Time Options Available

  • Global Network: Gain access to a network of 250+ employers looking to hire.
  • Student Success: Stay on track with 24/7 on-demand academic support.
  • Career Support: Access free professional resources throughout your career.
  • Respected Credentials: Earn an Award of Completion from a recognized university.

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Part-Time: 24 weeks, starts September 25
Full-Time: 12 weeks, starts November 13
Which program is right for you? Compare your options here.
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Learn to Code —
We’ll Support You at Every Step

Whether you’re just starting out or are a seasoned professional, we are dedicated to helping you succeed. As you prepare to start, switch, or upgrade your career, we will support your learning journey with unparalleled services and resources, and we will continue to support you in your professional life. No previous programming skills are required to apply.

  • Work with an admissions advisor who will prepare you for your boot camp.
  • Get 24/7 on-demand learning assistance via text or video chat.
  • Access a 1-on-1 tutor if you get stuck.
  • Connect with a powerful network of engaged instructors, TAs, peers, and alumni.
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Increase Your Earning Potential

Web development is one of the fastest-growing careers in today’s economy, with jobs in the field projected to grow by 13% through 2030.1

1Bureau of Labor Statistics

Top Employers Hire Our Boot Camp Learners
Our boot camp learners go on to work for some of the world’s top companies, including over 62% of the Fortune 100.
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Further Your Career

Our Career Engagement Network will help you apply the tools and knowledge you learn in your program to advance your career by assisting you in developing a strong portfolio, a polished resume, and sharp interview skills. You’ll also have access to free career resources throughout your professional life.

Innovative Curriculum. In-Demand Skills.
The rigorous boot camp curriculum is delivered through high-quality coursework and live, online classes led by instructors who are fully vetted by the university. All instructors are assessed for not only their experience in the field, but also their ability to successfully communicate coding concepts to students in an online environment. Instructors are dedicated to delivering a quality curriculum and to enhancing the learning experience of their students; they also offer 1-on-1 guidance to learners throughout the program.

Learn fundamental concepts of web development, including HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.

Portfolio Project: Build a client-side application using third-party APIs.

Work with servers, databases, and other back end technologies, such as MySQL database, Node.js, and more.

Portfolio Project: Engineer your first full stack application.

Grow your skills using NoSQL databases, convert traditional applications into progressive web applications, and learn React.

Portfolio Project: Create a MERN stack single-page application.

Now You’re Ready
By the time you complete the boot camp, you will have mastered in-demand skills, built an impressive portfolio of coding projects, and earned a valuable Award of Completion from one of the country’s most prestigious universities.
Learn on Your Schedule
You can choose between a part-time or full-time program. Both programs offer live class instruction and full support services — the only difference is your weekly time commitment.

Part-Time Online

Full-Time Online

Time to complete 24 weeks 12 weeks
Live classes

9 hrs/week

20 hrs/week
Homework & projects 20+ hrs/week

25+ hrs/week

Class time 3 weekday evenings
(3 hrs/class)
Monday – Friday,
10 a.m2:30 p.m.

Invest in Your Career With the Right Financial Options Part-time coding boot camp fee: $11,745
Full-time coding boot camp fee: $13,495
Interest-Free Payment Plan

Pay an initial deposit and split the rest of your tuition into monthly installments with no interest.

24-Month Interest-Free Payment Plan

Once approved, you’ll pay your deposit and split the remaining tuition over 24 monthly installments with zero interest.

Early Registration

Enroll by the early registration deadline and get $1,000 off your tuition cost when paid in full.

Alumni Scholarship

Alumni are eligible for a $500 scholarship.

AmeriCorps

The program is eligible to use your AmeriCorps award.

California Department of Vocational Rehabilitation

Use your approved vocational rehabilitation award.

Employer Funding

Use available educational benefits or tuition sponsorship from your employer.

Sallie Mae

Offers private student educational loans.

Worker's Compensation

Apply workers’ compensation benefits to your tuition.

edX Boot Camps does not receive any commissions or payments for referrals or successful loan applications. The lender’s loan approval criteria will apply and you should consider the terms and conditions of any loan carefully. We are not credit advisors. We make no representations about whether you will be given a loan or whether a loan will be suitable for you. We are not responsible for representations made to you by any credit provider.

What Boot Camp Graduates Are Saying
  • “I wanted to get a job in front end web development and increase my salary. The role I landed … doubled my previous salary. I accomplished my goal! Now I can start saving money and have more freedom in my life to do things I couldn't afford before. The position I received has remote opportunities, so I can live or travel anywhere I want and still perform my job.” Steven D.
  • “Terrific learning experience. Instructor was phenomenal. Support from the TAs was significant. I chose to attend because my employer notified me that my position was being modified and evaluated. This helped me solidify my value to the organization. It's given me confidence moving forward in skills that are valuable to many.” Luke G.
  • “I wanted to enhance my skill set and combine coding with neuroscience. It has opened numerous opportunities for me, and I've also created lasting friendships because of it. Lastly, I found web development to be another passion of mine. Incredible experience in every aspect!” Amy F.
A Powerful Educational Partnership

About UC San Diego Extended Studies


As the professional education and public service division of UC San Diego, Extended Studies is focused on being a major catalyst for the continued economic, intellectual, and cultural growth of the San Diego and Baja California region. Core offerings include professional education and training, cultural enrichment and regional economic solutions. Whether you’re starting a new career, building a company, or developing a deeper appreciation of the world around you, Extension has the resources you need to get started.


This program is offered through UC San Diego Extended Studies in partnership with edX.


About edX


edX, part of 2U Inc., works with respected universities and organizations to deliver innovative, skills-based training to a community of over 45 million learners around the world to support them at every stage of their lives and careers. edX delivers boot camps through an immersive learning experience with expert services and valuable resources. As of 2021, graduates have been hired by 6,700+ companies, including more than 62% of the Fortune 100.

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