Virginia Tech Data Analytics Bootcamp
Become a Professional Data Analyst
Whether you’re a beginner or professional looking to advance your tech career, the online Virginia Tech Data Analytics Bootcamp powered by Fullstack Academy can help you gain in-demand skills—all in 10-26 weeks.
Program at a Glance
10-26
Weeks FT-PT
06/20
Apply By
06/26
Next Start Date
$1,500
Potential Scholarships
Why Learn Data Analytics
The Demand for Data Analysts
From Virginia to the United States as a whole, Data Analysts are in high demand.
Nationally, according to Lightcast™ . 2022, the employment of Data Analysts is projected to grow 12.3% over the next 10 years. Businesses actively seeking data analytics professionals span across all industries and sizes, including local high-tech employers like Anthem Blue Cross, Deloitte, and Capital One, to name a few.
Hiring for roles like Data Analyst, Insights Analyst, and Data Analytics Consultant, these companies are rapidly growing and building out their technical teams, and Virginia Tech Data Analytics Bootcamp grads will be well equipped for these roles and many others.
Bootcamp Application and Start Dates
Fullstack Academy is one of the longest-running and most successful tech bootcamps in the nation, with incredible student reviews, years of experience in education, and impressive graduate outcomes.
Fullstack Academy brings its learning method, reputation, and community to the Virginia Tech Data Analytics Bootcamp to make AWS, Python, and visualization skills training more accessible to individuals outside of traditional tech hubs.
How the Virginia Tech Data Analytics Bootcamp Works
The Virginia Tech Data Analytics Bootcamp is designed for students to pursue high-quality tech education while continuing to balance work or other commitments. Our program provides you with the flexibility to fit career development into your life.
All bootcamp classes are instructor-led and taught 100% online.
Part-time and full-time bootcamp programs are available.
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All classes are held on Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday.
7:30pm-10:30pm ET
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All classes are held Monday-Friday.
- 10:00am-5:00pm ET
In addition to classroom lessons, part-time students can anticipate spending 6-8 hours studying and working on outside assignments each week.
Class time options are subject to change. To see available class times for your cohort of choice, complete your application or schedule a call with a student advisor.
Tuition
There are many ways to pay for your bootcamp experience including self-pay, employer-pay, local/state government assistance, scholarships and personal loans. Learn more about payment options.
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Virginia Tech Bootcamps is committed to making tech education more accessible, so we’re reducing the enrollment deposit to $99* (normally $1,000) for a limited time. Get started on your journey before the deposit increases!
Enrollment Deposit -$1,000$99*
Tuition During Program - $13,396
Total Tuition - $13,495*Offer eligibility: Upon admittance into the program, pay the $99 non-refundable deposit in full prior to the enrollment date.
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$500 Community Scholarship
For Virginia Tech alumni, current students, and employees.
$1,000 Military Scholarship**
For active-duty service members and military veterans.
**Valid ID required.
Big Return on Your Investment
Increase your earning potential with a new career in data analytics by learning in-demand visualization, SQL, and Python skills in 26 weeks.
Entry-level Data Analysts in the U.S. make a median salary of $61,200 (Lightcast™ . 2022), making it an exciting time to start a career in data analytics.
What You Will Learn
Our unique and foundational teaching approach enables students to thrive. We keep our curriculum up-to-date and ensure our instructors are teaching the latest technologies.
Timeline (Phase)
Phase
- Excel basics
- Formulas
- Summarize data using visuals
- Statistical modeling
- Create data models
- Tell data-driven stories visually using Powerpoint
- Design, learn and apply the Structured Query Language (SQL) for database definition and manipulation
- Fundamentals of Python
- Core scripting elements such as variables and flow control structures
- Communicate information clearly and efficiently
- Analyze data through advanced visualizations
- AWS services
- AWS data collection
- AWS databases
- AWS visualizations
- AWS analytics
- Pull together everything you’ve learned in a real-world final project
- Build a technical resume and craft cover letters
- Optimize your LinkedIn profile and network within the industry
- Personalized 1-1 coaching with interview and negotiation training
Certifications
As a part of the Data Analytics program, students will be prepared to earn the most in-demand industry certifications. Taking these certifications is optional, but highly recommended for career success. Students can choose to take certification exams during or directly after the program.
Tableau Desktop Specialist
No matter what role you get after completing the Data Analytics bootcamp, getting certified is a great way to demonstrate your proficiency in Tableau—a widely used tool for data visualization and business intelligence.
AWS Certified Data Analytics - Specialty
This certification will help you stand out in the field and demonstrate your expertise in essential security practices.
Career Support
Get in-demand data analytics skills by studying part-time or full-time, plus job search support to help you land a role.
The Virginia Tech Data Analytics Bootcamp teaches data visualization, Python, and much more. You'll take part in workshops to develop your skills and build your portfolio to show potential employers. Throughout the process, our career coaches will provide you with career guidance, from resume assistance to technical interview training. By combining our rigorous, hands-on curriculum with career support, you’ll gain a competitive edge when it comes time to job search.
Bootcamp grads are highly sought after by some of the world’s leading companies.
Virginia Tech Bootcamps are powered by Fullstack Academy. The companies listed above have hired Fullstack Academy NYC graduates.
Who Should Attend
The bootcamps are specifically designed for beginners. There’s no experience required to apply, be accepted, or succeed. Apply today and join others just like you on the first steps to a life-changing career.
Successful bootcamp students have backgrounds in:
Teaching
Finance
Retail
Music
Graphic design
Admin
Biology
And more...
If this sounds like you, apply today and join others just like you on the first steps to a life-changing career.
FAQs
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The data analytics curriculum is broken down into four main areas: 1. Excel; 2. Presentations; 3. SQL; and 4. Python. From there, students work on learning the skills they need to pass two industry certifications (Tableau Desktop Specialist and AWS Certified Data Analytics - Specialty) and finish the program with a culminating project. Grads of the Virginia Tech Data Analytics Bootcamp learn the skills they need to be qualified for entry-level roles like Data Analyst and Insights Analyst.
For a syllabus on your program of interest, click here and fill out the form.
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Yes, the Virginia Tech Data Analytics Bootcamp is beginner-friendly. It’s specifically designed for professionals who have no previous experience in data analytics. While some background knowledge is helpful, the only expectation is that students have general computer literacy skills in basics like efficiently using the internet/cloud and Windows.
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Your time with our career success team will include everything from workshops to one-on-one office hours to phone chats before big interviews. And on top of all that, the team will be working behind the scenes to find openings that are right for you and staying up-to-date on the latest recruiting trends to make sure they prepare you for everything.
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With more than 104,000 job postings in the U.S. in the last year and a 12.3% projected 10-year growth rate, now is an exciting time to launch a fulfilling career in Data Analytics. Our program will help you learn the in-demand skills you need to succeed in the field and start working in as few as 10 weeks.
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To be eligible for the program, you must be at least 18 years old and a high school grad/GED holder by the start date of your intended cohort.
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Complete the application, take the assessment (60 minutes), and receive a decision. While taking the assessment, you may pause to save your progress and return at a later time. At any point in the process, you can also schedule a time to speak with one of our Student Advisors who can walk you through the process and answer your questions.
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The admissions assessment for Data Analytics is a 60-minute, timed, logic-based exam that requires no preparation. However, if you’d like a refresher on logic-based questions, we’ve created this guide with tips for acing the assessment.
How to Apply?
Once you’re ready to start your tech journey, here are the steps you can expect in the admissions process.
- Fill out our online application form
- Take our nontechnical assessment
- No data analytics experience required
- Covers logical reasoning
- Sent to you immediately upon submission of application
- Receive an entrance decision
