This chart provides a comparison of the most popular online coding programs used by Davidson Young Scholars. These programs can be utilized in a variety of ways; enrichment, tutoring, curriculum replacement, independent study, etc. If you are interested in exploring full-time programs, Davidson Academy Online is a full-time option for profoundly gifted students residing in the United States and Canada who are academically ready to perform at the seventh-grade level.
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| Name of Program | Price | Topics Offered | Enrollment Period | Progress | Type of Program | Financial Assistance | Levels/Grades Offered | Age/Grade Requirement | Accreditation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Art of Problem Solving | $450 | Intro and Intermediate Python. | Session: Set | Session with a class | Online | No | Middle School / High School | 5th-12th | Yes |
| BYU Independent Study | High School Courses $270 | Computer Science, Game Design, Animation, 3D Modeling. | Open | Self pace | Online | No | Upper Middle/ High School | No | Yes |
| Code Academy | Basic - free. Pro Version - $19.99 a month | Languages: HTML, CSS, Python, JavaScript, Java, SQL, Bash/Shell, Ruby, C++, R, C#, PHP, Go, Swift. | Open | Self pace | Online | N/A | Any | No | No |
| Code With Us | Courses range from $12 - $295. Camps and workshops vary | 13+ Coding Languages. Design thinking, Code Applications, Minecraft MODS, Games, Virtual Reality, 3D Prints, Robots, and more. | Open | With a class | Online | No | Any | Ages 5-18 | No |
| eIMACS | $985/40 Weeks | University-Level Computer Science and AP Computer Science A | Open | Self pace | Online | No | 6th-12th | No | No |
| edX | Free | Python, Front End Development, Full Step Developer, Blockchain, and more. | Open | Self pace | Online | N/A | College Level | No | No |
| Free Code Camp | Free | 5,000+ tutorials and coding lessons. Option to build projects and earn certifications for logged hours. | Open | Self pace | Online | N/A | Professional Level | At least 13 years of age | No |
| Fusion Academy | Customized (Based on Choice of Program) Discount Prices for Davidson Families Using Link from this Table | Full and Part-Time Academic Programs. Classes for Credit. Summer Academic Programs. Post-Secondary Counseling Programs | Open | Self Pace and With Class | Online School, Private and One-to-One | No | Middle School/High School | No | Yes |
| General Assembly | Application required. Full time: $14,950. Part time: $1,250 per class. | Work 1:1 with mentors, offering software engineering, Data Science and Analysis, HTML, CSS, Web Design Circuit, JavaScript Circuit, and more. | Open. Not available for participants from the following states: Alabama, Nebraska, Oklahoma, Utah, Wisconsin, and Wyoming | Self pace | On Campus and Online | Reach out to inquire | Professional Level | At least 16 years of age | No |
| iD Tech | Camp and online class prices vary | Coding courses, Game Development, Robotics, and Creative courses. | Open (online). In-parson classes vary by location | Week-long structured courses | On Campus and Online | Yes | Middle School /High School | 7-17 age group, 10-15 age group. 13-18 age group, 16-19 age group | No |
| Institute for Mathematics and Computer Science (IMACS) | $440-$530/8-week session | Computer Enrichment and University-Level Computer Science | Open | Weekly instructor-led classes | Online | No | 3rd-12th | No | No |
| Khan Academy | Free | Drawing, Animation, Webpages, Data Management, Games, Simulations, and more in several coding languages. | Open | Self pace | Online | N/A | Any | No | No |
| Laurel Springs | Courses range from $750 - $1700 | Introduction to Coding, Coding 1A & 1B, Computer Science, Game Design 1A & 1B. | Open | Self pace | Online | Yes | Upper Elementary /Middle /High School | No | Yes |
| Scratch | Free | Program your own stories, games, and animations. | Open | Self pace | Online | N/A | Any | Designed for ages 8-16 but can be used by all | No |
| Stanford Online High School | Full time: $24,222. Part time: $14,050. Single Course: $4,980. | Computational Thinking, (AP) Computer science, Programming Algorithms, Data Structures, and more. | Set | Self pace | Online | Yes | 7th-12th | No | Yes |
| TreeHouse -Techdegree | 7 day free trail then $20/month or $200/month for Techdegree program | Techdegree ends with a certification in one of the following: Front End Web Development, JavaScript, User Experience Design, Python or PHP. | Open | Self pace | Online | Reach out to inquire | Upper Middle/High School | At least 13 years of age | No |
| Tynker | Free to start. Premium Plan: $20/month billed quarterly or $8/month billed annually | Coding Games, Hour of Code, Minecraft, and more. | Open | Self pace | Online | N/A | Elementary/Middle School | 5-7 age group, 7-13 age group, 13+ age group | No |
| Udemy | Courses starting at $10.99 each | Web Development, Game Development, Data Science, Programming Languages, Software Engineering and more. | Open | Self pace | Online | No | Any | No | No |
| University of Nebraska High School | $200-$250 per course | Introduction to Computer Science Coding | Open | Self Pace | Online | For Nebraska Residences | High School | 9th Grade | Yes |
| Yong Wonks | Courses range from $230 - $290 | Computer Science, Robotics, Internet of Things (IOT), and Game Development. | Open | Instructor-led classes | Online and On-Site Classes | No | Any | Ages 8-18 | No |
Disclaimer:
This comparison guide is provided as a general resource and is updated periodically. While we strive to keep information accurate and current, program offerings, pricing, and details may change without notice. We encourage families to visit each provider’s website directly to confirm the most up-to-date information.
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