SwitchUp.org
Michael McCarthy is an experienced writer and content creator with a diverse background in editing and content strategy. Currently serving as a Writer/Content Creator at Class VI Pathfinder since May 2024, Michael previously worked as a Freelance Writer at Optimal, where data-driven articles on college degree ROI were authored. Notable roles include Quality Assurance Web Editor at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan and Digital Writer/Editor at Wells Fargo, focusing on clear communication and content optimization. Michael has extensive experience in academic publishing and education, having held positions at Adtalem Global Education and Apex CoVantage. Michael holds advanced degrees in International Relations and Education from esteemed institutions, along with a Bachelor's in English/Philosophy from DePaul University.
SwitchUp.org
SwitchUp is a platform launched in 2014 designed to help learners discover alternative educational paths to their dream tech jobs. Founded by a coding bootcamp alum and self-taught developers, they’re here to add transparency and objectivity to the technology bootcamp industry. SwitchUp features more than 20,000 verified student reviews ofbootcamps and releases annual rankings of the best bootcamps for coding, data science, cybersecurity, web design, and more. They also provide unbiased information about each bootcamp including cost, duration, and course offerings, in order to help prospective students gain insight into career outcomes and the real experience of attending a bootcamp.