Per Scholas Upskilling Program Drives 80% Placement in High-Growth Tech Roles

Per Scholas, a national nonprofit offering free tech upskilling, reported 80% of graduates secure full-time roles within one year. The organization runs 12–15 courses—software engineering, cybersecurity, IT support, and AI—delivering 9 a.m.–4 p.m. instruction plus homework, with a focus on AI tools and local job placements. Courses enroll adults aged 12+ from diverse backgrounds, including 85% people of color and 40% women, many with no college degrees. Learners’ incomes rise from $20,085 to $54,606 on average, and those who complete upskilling earn about 32% more. With demand for tech talent surging—60% of tech leaders plan to add headcount in 2026—Per Scholas bridges the skills gap by collaborating with employers including Comcast, Bank of America, and CGI.