If this is really nothing more than an apprenticeship program I still think this can be a great model. I don't think they should use the word school in the name

If this is really nothing more than an apprenticeship program I still think this can be a great model. I don't think they should use the word school in the name though. As for the salary negotiation point, most junior developers have no leverage (uggg ... I hate that term, junior developer, it is so arbitrary). I do wonder what the financial model is though. I suspect they are double dipping, but think it would be fairest to have corporate sponsors. Paying tuition for a non accredited school is a very big gamble. UPDATE: Ok, so it is "free" for the first students. I put it in quotes because you must be able to afford not working for two years, which is hardly without cost. This basically rules out those who can not be supported by their parents or partners, and supports privilege being passed from one generation to the next. I would much prefer a paid apprenticeship model for those that do not wish to get a university degree, which while not free is attainable to all through deferred payment (student loans).