How to Apply
Step 1: Gather the following materials
- A typed letter of application (250-word maximum) describing relevant work and volunteer experience as well as transferable skills, knowledge of the field and commitment to professional growth
- A resume listing education and applicable experience
Step 2: Apply
Apply online, or submit an application packet that includes:
- The application form (PDF)
- The materials listed in step 1
- $50 nonrefundable application fee
Application Deadline
We’re currently accepting applications and will be reviewing them in the order they’re received. We’ll accept applications until the program closes.
About the Application Process
We’ll contact you within two weeks of receiving your application materials to let you know if you’ve been accepted to the program.
If you’re accepted, we’ll send you details about your first-term course, including information on paying your course fee. Your course fee is due four weeks before the first class.
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ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
- Working experience with basic file I/O (reading and writing text and/or binary files) in at least one language
- Two or more years of recent programming experience in an object-oriented or procedural language such as C, C++, C#, Perl, Python, FORTRAN, BASIC, Pascal, COBOL, Smalltalk or Ada
- Working experience using basic data structures (arrays, linked lists, stacks, queues)
- Knowledge of content covered in the Java Foundations course
English Proficiency
If you're not a native English speaker, you’ll need to have at least basic English language skills to enroll. To learn more, see English Language Proficiency Requirements.
International Students
To enroll, international students must have a visa that permits study in the United States. This program does not enable students to obtain or maintain F-1 visa status. For more information, see Admission Requirements for International Students.
TECHNOLOGY REQUIREMENTS
Students are expected to have a laptop for use in class. Windows, Mac or Linux operating systems are all acceptable. Java Development Kit (JDK) version 8 is required, and the first course will use the Eclipse IDE, although students may decide later to use other IDEs of their choice. Additional tools that will be used are Maven (build utility) and a Web server. Acceptable Web servers include Apache, Tomcat and IIS. All of these tools are freely available.
Earning the Certificate
You earn the certificate by successfully completing all required courses. For more information, see Completing Your Program.