Meet our Graduates
Discover how our graduates have transformed their lives through our no-cost technical training.
Tara Jacobs
IT Service Desk Technician
at Arrive Logistics
Austin, TX
CompTIA A+
I never really knew how to communicate professionally or sell myself in an interview, but with the management and development team at Per Scholas, I was able to build on my mindset, my character, and my technical skills. I am grateful for Per Scholas in many ways.
Andre Yates
Software Developer
at Capgemini
Newark, NJ
Java Developer
As I was applying and going through interviews, there was a gap between where my college education brought me and where companies expected me to know things about the technology industry. Per Scholas taught me so much that I wasn’t able to learn in school.
Veronica Vergara
Technology Software Engineering Associate
End User Desktop Support
What I think makes up a well-rounded employee is both soft skills and technical skills, and I think Per Scholas has really developed a great way to round those out.
Jarred Gaines
Customer Support Analyst
at IDBS
Boston, MA
AWS re-Start
Per Scholas gave me a restart in life and it allowed me to rebuild that confidence and enter a field where I can make a competitive income to sustain myself in Boston.
Sadaf Haroon
Software Engineer
Software Engineering
Per Scholas made it easier for me to learn and now I am an earning member of my family. What can be greater than that?
LeClair Boone
NC Tech Paths Manager
at Wilkes County Community College
Charlotte, NC
Java Developer
I am applying everything Per Scholas taught me. Coming in, I didn't have a blueprint or frame of reference for the industry - but I have that now.
Simon Ayim
Cybersecurity
Per Scholas is helping people from underserved neighborhoods and giving us this training for free! They never asked for anything back - only asked for us to put in the work.
Shante Austin
Full Stack Software Engineer
Software Engineering
As a single parent, I wasn’t making enough money to afford to go to a coding boot camp. When I found Per Scholas, it challenged me, and though it wasn’t easy, it was worth it. I graduated debt-free and could be an example to my daughter.
Rachel Powe
Jr. Software Engineer
at Capgemini
Atlanta, GA
Network Support
During my training at Per Scholas there was a ton of support, especially from the other women and other non-traditional learners that also had the same thoughts I had. They told me it’s not too late to go into doing what you really want to do.
Kyle Gordon
Help Desk Associate
Network Support
Going to Per Scholas and being introduced to information technology is more than just getting something done or trying something new. It’s an investment in yourself.
Sara Peña
Software Developer
Software Engineering
You can teach someone how to code, but you cannot teach passion or drive, and that is what my Per Scholas colleagues and I have.
Randy Cordova
IT Service Desk Analyst
at Centura Health
Denver, CO
IT Support
My whole cohort was so intelligent, and the teachers were great. I think this really changed my life.
Fabianna Rodriguez Mercado
Infrastructure Services Analyst
Network Support
Instead of being afraid of the tech world...there's a lot to learn, but I think there's a community of students, professors, and administration. And we all know why we are there.
Daler Bobodzhanov
Software Engineer
at Capgemini
New York, NY
Software Engineering
When you understand this is an immersive course that is traditionally taught in 4 years, completed in 12 - 16 weeks, and put in the effort, you will be on the right path for your career.
Stephanie Stevenson
Software Developer
at Capgemini
Charlotte, NC
Java Developer
Per Scholas really set the pace; it was so rigorous and fast-paced that I can go right into this job and keep up.
Adam Kwong
Senior Tech Support Associate
at Infosys
San Francisco, CA
End User Computing
I found it hopeful to see such a wide array of people from everywhere and all backgrounds come together to improve themselves and learn the tech material.
Matt Yamarino
Full-Stack Developer
at Cognizant
Dallas, TX
Quality Engineering
I worked 12 hours straight nearly every day, weekends included, and missed out on the lives of my friends and family. Per Scholas helped me to discover both a career path and how to have a work-life balance so that I could spend time with my loved ones.
Chris Potti
Software Engineer
at Capgemini
Atlanta, GA
Software Engineering
At a certain point as I looked into tech, I really started to get interested in software engineering and decided that was what I was going to do and that I was going to do whatever it took. Once I had that mindset, I looked at Per Scholas as more of an opportunity than a challenge.
Autumn Truong
Java Developer
I was able to connect with amazing individuals. All the learners were so talented and inspired me to do better myself. I learned a lot of things, and I feel like I was able to grow, not just professionally, but as a person.
Rachael Williams
IT Support
I don’t know any other course that does this; we were introduced into the world of IT with a network already in place.
Jadah Stone
IT Support Specialist
at Casper
Brooklyn, NY
IT Support
Per Scholas provided really amazing resources for people that might not have otherwise been able to have an opportunity like this.
Tom Lee
Jr. Developer
at PNC
Pittsburgh
Java Developer
Everyone at Per Scholas, from administration to instructors and other learners - everyone was willing to help me and get me to the next stage. Everyone was so eager to help me.
Kemazee Cooper
Support Technician Lead
at Capgemini
Atlanta, GA
Network Support
Per Scholas prepared me for situations I may see in the field as we went through a lot of scenarios, workshops, and labs.
Henry Luong
IT Support Technician
IT Support
The teachers were super knowledgeable, very friendly, and helpful if you had any questions. I am so thankful for this opportunity to get my life back together.
Jordan Wofford
Full Stack Software Engineer
Software Engineering
I used to doubt myself and my abilities. I kept my focus on my training and the image of the person I wanted to become, and I overcame it. Today, I am a full-stack developer and I encourage anyone trying to break into tech to consider Per Scholas
Monique Little
Lead Security Assessor
Network Support
If someone had told me that this was where I would be now, I would never have believed them. I have a completely different outlook on life. My future is something that I never thought it could be.
Zobaria Ashraf
Team Lead
at TEKsystems
Baltimore, MD
Course
Within a few months, I changed from a person with the least-desired skills to one of the most sought-after employees. I have become someone my kids can look up to.
Rory Jackson
Infrastructure Tech Support
at Infosys
Plano, TX
Network Support
I found it so helpful to have learners helping each other and to be able to chat with our instructor in an approachable manner. The training was so positive.
Jessica Wright
Help Desk Support II
at CoServ
Detroit, MI
Network Support
With Per Scholas, I am now breaking generational curses and creating wealth for my family.
Tammy Johnson
IT Support Engineer
at Google
Columbus, Ohio
Per Scholas taught me the skills and discipline to build a true technology-focused career. Today I work at Google, which is the most amazing outcome I can imagine. And you can bet I’m teaching my two sons how to thrive!
Rachel Sokol
Junior Technical Instructor, Cybersecurity
at Per Scholas National Capital Region
Silver Spring, MD
It feels like I have a purpose. I have grown and changed so much. I tell people what I do, and they can’t believe me! They’re so impressed! I am proud to be one of the many individuals who are changing the face of tech.
Joovay Arias
Full Stack Software Engineer
Software Engineering
I peaked in my previous career and was ready for a change. I have always loved computer science but thought it was just for college kids out in California. But if you study hard, you can make it!
David Jarvis
EPIC Deployment Lead
Network Support
When you are interviewing a Per Scholas graduate, you already have someone who is committed and prepared for the work world and responsible for their time and availability.
Antwan Grant
Contractor
at Capgemini
Atlanta, GA
Software Engineering
With my old skill set, no one would hire me. Since graduating from Per Scholas, I have had 5 people contact me for jobs right here in Atlanta.
Phillip Kinney
Coding Instructor
at Generation USA
Charlotte, NC
Java Developer
Per Scholas gave me a lot of confidence. I know that I would not have qualified for the role that I have now, from a technical perspective, without Per Scholas.
Omari Brown
Business Analyst and Developer
at Capgemini
Atlanta, GA
Software Engineering
Per Scholas' training was the challenge that, at the end of the day, got me closer to my dreams.
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