In 2018, we published our first Wages Report with job placement and salary data for 4Geeks Academy graduates. As the tech landscape evolves, especially with surging demand in AI, data science, and cybersecurity, it's critical to keep our outcomes transparent and up-to-date. This 2024 update, driven by our mid-year reviews in the USA and Latin America (LATAM), delivers fresh statistics on placements, salary increases, and the impact of GeekFORCE, our career support.
📊 Job Placement & Salary: LATAM 2024
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Overall hiring rate (3–6 mo) | 80% |
| Top placement rates by country | Argentina 30%, Colombia 26%, Costa Rica 13% |
| Gender split | Female 26% ｜ Male 74% |
| Avg. days to placement | 138 days |
| Avg. salary before | $4,192 |
| Avg. new salary | $9,267 |
| Avg. salary increase | 127.26% |
| Hiring rate w/ Job Guarantee | 92% of participants placed |
| Salary Increase w/ Job Guarantee | 228% |
Key Takeaway (LATAM):
Graduates in Latin America experience a 127% average salary boost and 80% hiring rate within 6 months of graduation. Students in the Job guarantee program secured roles 92% of the time. Argentina and Colombia were the countries with the highest hiring rates.
📈 Job Placement & Salary: USA 2024
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Overall hiring rate (3–6 mo) | 80% |
| Top placement rates by state | Florida 76.9%, Georgia 7.6%, Texas 7.6% |
| Avg. days to placement | 112 days |
| Avg. salary before | $40,924 |
| Avg. new salary | $62,703 |
| Avg. salary increase | 53.22% |
| Hiring rate w/ Job Guarantee | 60% of participants placed |
| Salary Increase w/ Job Guarantee | 130% average increase |
| Payment plans | Climb 46%｜ISA 4.5%｜MTC 4.5%｜Other 45% |
Key Takeaway (USA):
Our bootcamp graduates in the U.S. had a 80% hiring rate, with Florida dominating placements. On average, the salaries in their new positions were 53% higher than in their previous jobs, and students in the Job Guarantee program had a 130% salary increase, underscoring the program's effectiveness.
🚀 What Sets 4Geeks Academy Apart
| Strength | Impact |
|---|---|
| Geekpal Mentorship Program | Unlimited, lifelong access to 1:1 coaching sessions with expert human mentors |
| AI-powered Learning (Rigobot) | 24/7 instant, personalized feedback that accelerates progress and portfolio quality. |
| Global Reach & Bilingual Support | Campuses in the USA, LATAM, and Europe with courses in English and Spanish—flexible online/in-person. |
| GeekFORCE Career Services | Lifetime mentorship, job guarantees, and a network of 5,000+ employer partners driving high placement. |
| Affordable Tuition & Financing | $8K–$15K programs with deferred payment plans, scholarships, and loans—accessible to diverse budgets. |
GeekFORCE in Action: Participants progress through three stages of career support—resulting in 80% of graduates being hired within 6 months of graduation in both LATAM and the USA in 2024.
🎯 Conclusion & Next Steps
With 80% of graduates hired within 3–6 months and significant salary increases of 127% in LATAM and 53% in the USA, Geeks Academy continues to deliver measurable positive outcomes, garnering a large number of awards and recognitions ( We're consistently being listed among the top 10 bootcamps by Forbes, Switch up and Course Report ). Combined with our industry-aligned curriculum, AI-powered learning and lifelong career support, it proves we're positioned as a standout choice for aspiring tech professionals.
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