What is Software Engineering?
Software engineering (or “Coding”) is all about designing, developing, testing, and maintaining software systems that solve problems and improve lives. Software can be anything from the apps on your phone to the systems that run our modern world, like banking software or social media platforms. People who practice software engineering, often called software engineers or developers, combine creativity and technical skills to build and improve these systems. They work on everything from writing code and fixing bugs to designing new features and ensuring that software runs smoothly and efficiently. The ultimate goal is to create software that is reliable, user-friendly, and meets the needs of its users.
Prime’s immersive experience prepares students to join the industry as entry-level software engineers. Using modern technologies like HTML 5, CSS 3, JavaScript, jQuery, React and Node.js to provide foundational concepts, techniques and design patterns essential in all coding environments. Beyond theory, Prime is engineered to quickly build real-world skills through hands-on experiential learning and a focus on toolsets, authentic workplace context and behavioral skills. Hundreds of employers have been wowed by the graduates they’ve hired straight out of Prime and we continually update our curriculum with each new cohort based on insights and feedback from our hiring partners.
Program Highlights:
Program information:
Apply now for our on-campus class starting January 6th, 2025 the application deadline for this course is November 24th!
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Admissions Process:
Prime's admission process starts with an online application. You'll enter personal information then answer short essay questions- this application takes about 30 minutes to complete. Once submitted, if your application looks good, you'll be contacted by Prime to schedule an interview where you'll have the chance to sit down with someone from our admissions team to confirm that the program feels like a mutual fit. Generally speaking, you'll know whether you're offered admission within 1 week of completing your application. Start your application process here.
Have questions? Click here to schedule a one-on-one conversation with one of our team members.
All of Prime's graduates receive a certificate of completion. We are proud to say that the average Full Stack graduate makes 67% more in their first job after the program than they were before their studies with us. Our course completion rate averages 87% and 83% of graduates seeking new jobs get training-related employment within 6 months at an average salary of $64,440. Software development is a high-growth, high-demand field; it pays well and has great career advancement potential!
At Prime, grants and scholarships are available to cover 100% of tuition for eligible students. These funds target individuals underrepresented in the tech industry, including low-income, unemployed or underemployed Minnesota residents; BIPOC Minnesota residents; women/non-binary and veterans. For more detail, click here to visit the Paying for Prime page on our website.
In addition to those eligible for 100% free tuition, Prime students may be eligible for a variety of loans, income share agreements and partial grants. We have a history of being a good return on investment. Full tuition is $18,000 and the average student paying out of pocket can pay back the cost of their education in their first 8 months at their new post-graduation job. Again, for more detail, click here to visit the Paying for Prime page on our website.
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