Alumni Stories

“Do the thing scared. There will rarely be a perfect moment to take a risk, pursue an opportunity, or step into something unfamiliar. Progress comes from trusting your abilities and moving forward even when you're uncertain.”

“When I started to reflect on my journey after Per Scholas, I realized I am so proud of it... Looking back, my experience at Per Scholas taught me to bet on myself like never before.”

“In a very short time, I've come to know way more than I used to know. [Working in] tech gives me the confidence that every problem has a solution.”

“I have personal growth in terms of a belief that I can do hard things. When I went to Per Scholas, I was at rock bottom mentally... they made me feel that even if things are hard, I can rise above it.”

“With my family and the desire to inspire and encourage my cohort as my WHY, I showed up ready to engage, learn, push past my limits and fear, and bring the very best Per Scholas has to offer.”

“Standing on that stage, I realized my story wasn't just about me anymore. It represented every person who has ever questioned whether they belonged in technology. Being able to share my journey was a powerful reminder of just how far Per Scholas had helped me come.”

“If it weren't for Per Scholas, I probably wouldn't have had these opportunities.”

“[My journey had] a lot of sacrifices. But it was definitely all worth it in the end, and I would do it all over again if I had to.”