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General Assembly

Average Rating4.3
713 Reviews
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General Assembly (GA) is a talent and upskilling community, helping individuals and businesses learn in-demand, AI-focused tech skills fast. Founded in 2011, GA has evolved into a center of excellence in tech training for people from all backgrounds and enterprises across industries. With a global presence, hands-on instruction, and a passionate alumni community, and as part of the Adecco Group and LHH, GA matches the right talent to business needs and puts real skills to work. General Assembly's catalog of live, instructor-led AI courses are designed to help learners apply AI skills directly in their current or future roles. These courses can be taken individually or stacked into flexible learning pathways, including AI Software Engineering, AI Product Management, AI Data Analytics, AI & Machine Learning, and AI Experience & Design. 

General Assembly’s courses are led by instructors who are active practitioners in their field, with a strong emphasis on hands-on learning and real-world tools. Students can expect project-based coursework designed to reflect how AI and technology are used across modern teams and organizations. 

To enroll at General Assembly, applicants submit an online application and connect with an admissions team member to discuss goals, course options, and fit. Many programs include career support, with coaching and guidance available to help learners navigate career transitions and skill development in a changing job market.

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  • N Flaherty
    N Flaherty
    Analytics Manager • Graduate • 1. Data Science Bootcamp (Full Time) • San Francisco
    Mar 04, 2021
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    Data Science Immersive

    Thirteen-week full-time instructor-led course covering the coding (Python-based) and statistics and probability foundations for exploratory data analysis, visualization, feature engineering/selection, and model building.  The course covers models ranging from linear and logistic regression, to time-series forecasting, natural language processing, neural networks, and Bayesian systems.  In addition to interactive lectures and two substantial homework assignments each week, students comple...
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  • Rowan
    Rowan
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    Feb 16, 2021
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    Data Analytics Part Time Remote

    I was very impressed by both the content and the pacing of this course. I was thankfully able to take the course due to a local scholarship, and I found it to be very practical while balancing a work schedule. The content was more in-depth than I expected, and provided a solid foundation that makes it easier to continue learning once the course is completed. While the pacing is fast during classes, having only 2 classes a week allows for individual practice later on; I don't think I woul...
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  • Richard Noguchi
    Richard Noguchi
    Graphic Designer • Graduate • User Experience Design (Short Course) • Los Angeles
    Feb 16, 2021
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    UX Design

    Certification course for UX Design for General Assembly.
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  • Hannah
    Hannah
    Software Developer • Graduate • Software Engineering Immersive - Remote • Online
    Feb 16, 2021
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    Great for beginning coders

    I chose General Assembly because they started teaching coding from scratch - that is, without the intimidating lingo or skipping basic steps. The team at GA is not only great at teaching how to code, but also very cognizant of student's work-life balance and mental health. Each student was taken care of and not left behind if they were struggling. The program is fast-paced and challenging, but I felt supported along every step of the way. The best part of General Assembly, for me, was th...
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  • Molly Haughey
    Molly Haughey
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    Feb 16, 2021
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    Great Overall Experience

    General Assembly's Software Engineering Intensive program is geared toward getting students jobs, from its carefully-designed curriculum to its rigorous and thorough Outcomes support. I do wish we had learned more OOP languages, or more languages that employers are looking for in the Boston area, like Python and Java.
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  • Oendrila Das
    Oendrila Das
    UX Designer • Graduate • 3. User Experience Design Bootcamp (Full Time) • New York City
    Feb 15, 2021
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    UX Design Bootcamp

    This Bootcamp covers a lot of material within the three months which pushes individuals to rise to the challenges (PS, if you are looking for something light paced, this is not the Bootcamp for you, it requires time, dedication and most of your attention) What I loved about the GA UX Bootcamp was that it's very project-based so you keep learning and directly applying that knowledge to create potential solutions. There are a total of five projects covered and three of them are fully team-...
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  • Andy Chan
    Andy Chan
    Data Scientist (analytics) • Student • 1. Data Science Bootcamp (Full Time) • Singapore
    Feb 14, 2021
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    High Quality Instructor and Solid Methodology

    My experience with GA has been nothing but awesome. My instructor has a solid background in Math and Statistics, he is able to explain abstract concepts in a simple and easy-to-understand manner. Importantly, the curriculum is challenging but manageable, even for people who have almost zero experience with Python programming. They have multiple projects to immediately apply what you have learned, which was really helpful in "locking" it inside your memory.

    While looking for a job,...
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  • Larry Roberts
    Larry Roberts
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    Feb 14, 2021
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    General Assembly review

    Salutations everyone! I hope whoever’s reading this doing well. I’m a college student at The University of Louisville, located in Kentucky. I decided to take a class which offered a scholarship for my freshman year of college and this is one that offered one. I truly enjoyed this class, the instructors, my classmates, the Curriculum, all of it was quite an experience. In under 3-4 months, I learned how not only websites work, but how to create my own. Taking this class was indeed a chall...
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  • Bernardo Vianna
    Bernardo Vianna
    PM • Graduate • Product Management Immersive • Austin
    Feb 14, 2021
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    Great PM course

    Overall, I'm very satisfied with the experience I had with GA. Curriculum is covers well most important topics and students are encouraged to go deeper whenever they feel the need to. Instructors and assistants are great also, providing you support and challenging in a way to foster critical thinking. The 1-week intensive course is indeed intensive and requires 100% of full dedication for 6 days in a row - so be aware that if you want to make the most out of it, save the entire week excl...
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  • Mustafa Hepekiz
    Mustafa Hepekiz
    Software Engineer • Graduate • 2. Software Engineering Bootcamp (Full Time) • Online
    Feb 13, 2021
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    Software Engineering Immersive

    I completed Software Engineering Immersive program in 3 months and after graduation I find a job by myself. Yes outcomes team helped to me about editing my resume and also personal portfolio page. But weird thing started after this. They added me to a outcomes channel after graduation to let me informed about new job opportunities.  And also they told me that their outcomes support is lifetime support before start the program. But when I find a job by myself the kicked me out from that cha...

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  • Christian Walters
    Christian Walters
    Graduate • 2. Software Engineering Bootcamp (Full Time) • San Francisco
    Feb 13, 2021
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    Software Engineering Immersive - Absolutely Worth Your Time and Money

    When I first attempted a run at coding and software engineering, I bounced off of it HARD. It was vague, overly complicated, I couldn’t see the real-world applications of what I was learning (despite knowing in the abstract that there were a ton), and was largely left to my own devices to try and figure it all out. 
    The SEI program at General Assembly was a world apart. Though more narrowly focused than a general coding course or comp-sci degree, we were shown all of the different par...
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  • sheetal
    sheetal
    Student • 2. Software Engineering Bootcamp (Full Time) • San Francisco
    Dec 27, 2020
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    This is absolutely a wastage of time. This review is from my personal experience. They say that its for absolute beginners but at the same time , in the first week of the class, the instructor teaches you for 15 minutes and expects you to write a code in 30 seconds literally on slack. And if you are not actively writing or f=giving any answers , dont think that they are ok with that. They expect you to know everything , thinking that their way of teaching is world class however they teac...
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  • Helen Cox
    Helen Cox
    Student • Software Engineering Immersive - Remote • Online
    Dec 22, 2020
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    Software Engineering Immersive

    A super cool program with real-life experiences and top-notch technology skills taught. It is a good fit for me. 
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  • Marshal
    Marshal
    Graduate • 2. Software Engineering Bootcamp (Full Time) • Online
    Oct 29, 2020
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    Great Experience

    The staff and quality of instruction was really great.  I was really happy with the whole experience.  I did kind of wish the course was maybe 2 weeks longer, but that's how it goes.  Recommended.
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  • Genevieve
    Genevieve
    Graduate • Product Management (Short Course) • Toronto
    Oct 26, 2020
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    Well worth it!

    I had a great experience at General Assembly. My cohort was full of full time product managers who had just transitioned from the product owner role, international executives, and entrepreneurs. The content was thorough and engaging that helped me push myself and absorb information. I put in a lot of work to get everything done on time because we only had so much time in the day to cover a lot of content. However, it was truly an incredible experience and I am grateful to have learned fr...
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  • Joshua Wong Eu Bing
    Joshua Wong Eu Bing
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    Oct 14, 2020
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    Introduction to Python

    Attended the 20 lesson bootcamp. Was fantastic.
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  • Denise Ketter
    Denise Ketter
    Business Analyst • Graduate • Online
    Sep 11, 2020
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    Data Analytics - PT - Online

    SQL, Excel and Tableau skills   This is my second course with GA and it did not dissappoint.  The instructors are knowledgeable and accessible.  Both the instructor and TA were able to make time for you after hours for help.  The materials covered, SQL, Excel, and Tableau, were all pertinent to the real world.  The online class experience was engaging and the ability to be broken into rooms to work together was great.  BOTTOMLINE: The class was worth the money...
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  • Matthew Coalson
    Matthew Coalson
    Graduate • 2. Software Engineering Bootcamp (Full Time) • Dallas
    Aug 20, 2020
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    Waste of Time

    The course seemed great when I was taking it, but it doesn't get you a job. 4 months of networking and job applications, and not a single interview. 
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  • Molly
    Molly
    Graduate • 3. User Experience Design Bootcamp (Full Time) • Austin
    Jul 09, 2020
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    I do not recommend GA

    I completed a UX course in 2019, and I wouldn't recommend GA UX immersive to anyone unless you just have free time and extra cash to spend. I'm writing this review for someone like I used to be, so they do not repeat my mistake.I'm not coming from a design background but I do have a college degree, customer experience, sales, and marketing experience for over 5 years. 
    What I liked: some teachers were interesting and smart, I enjoyed their personalitie...
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  • Brandon Mansur
    Brandon Mansur
    Graduate • Product Management (Short Course) • Washington
    Jun 30, 2020
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    Product Management Introduction

    I took the 10 week, part-time Product Management course in Washington, DC.    I enjoyed the course content and engagement from the instructor on the themes and content provided with the course.   I think this course gives students from a variety of professional backgrounds, technical and non-technical, the content necessary to figure out a way forward with a career in product management with topics on how to define a product idea, market research, setting objectives, understanding featur...
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General Assembly Alumni Outcomes

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Of the students who enroll at General Assembly, 82% graduated. 72% of graduates were job-seeking and N/A of job-seeking graduates found in-field employment after 180 days and report a median income of . Below is the 180 Day Employment Breakdown for 3148 graduates included in this report:
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DescriptionPercentage
Full Time, In-Field EmployeeN/A
Full-time apprenticeship, internship or contract positionN/A
Short-term contract, part-time position, freelanceN/A
Employed out-of-fieldN/A
Notes and Caveats
Download the GA 2021 Outcomes report here: https://ga.co/outcomes-report
* These outcomes are not audited by Course Report. In some cases, data is audited by a third party.

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Updated March 24, 2026
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General Assembly Alumni Reviews Summary

Overall Experience
4.3
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4.4
Curriculum
4.3
Job Assistance
3.9
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FAQs

How much does General Assembly cost?

General Assembly costs around $11,800. On the lower end, some General Assembly courses like Visual Design (Short Course) cost $3,500.

What courses does General Assembly teach?

General Assembly offers courses like AI Data Analytics Pathway, AI Experience & Design Pathway, AI & Machine Learning Pathway, AI Product Management Pathway and 12 more.

Where does General Assembly have campuses?

General Assembly has in-person campuses in London, New York City, Paris, Singapore, and Sydney. General Assembly also has a remote classroom so students can learn online.

Is General Assembly worth it?

The data says yes! General Assembly reports a 84% graduation rate, and 95% of General Assembly alumni are employed. The data says yes! In 2021, General Assembly reported a 82% graduation rate, a median salary of , and N/A of General Assembly alumni are employed.

Is General Assembly legit?

We let alumni answer that question. 713 General Assembly alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed General Assembly and rate their overall experience a 4.3 out of 5.

Does General Assembly offer scholarships or accept the GI Bill?

Yes, General Assembly accepts the GI Bill!

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You can read 713 reviews of General Assembly on Course Report! General Assembly alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed General Assembly and rate their overall experience a 4.3 out of 5.

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All of General Assembly's regulatory information can be found here: https://generalassemb.ly/regulatory-information

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