Clarusway is a Virginia-based IT training bootcamp offering both online & in-class training courses teaching AWS Solutions Architect & DevOps Engineer, Full Stack Developer, Front End Developer, Back End Developer, Data Science, Data Analytics, and Machine Learning/Deep Learning skills. We specialize in teaching adult learners coding from scratch, the latest technologies to both complete beginners and professionals to learn practical business knowledge - resume writing, interview workshops, and soft skills coaching.
Clarusway (clarusway.com) has 139 customer reviews on Five Star Index, with an average rating of 4.9 out of 5.
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McLean, Virginia, Virginia
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2026
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My experience as a student is very unsatisfactory to say the least. The instructors were not prepared for the course material. Also, we were learning 3 different topics such as Python, Git, AWS all at the same time during the week. For those of you that has taken IT courses before, you will know that it is difficult enough to learn and understand just one topic like Python on it's own.
The instructors were very difficult to understand as English is not their native language. When I address this with Clarusway, their reply was that's how the IT industry is and I would just need to get used to that fact. Also, when I had questions, I was instructed to watch YouTube to understand the course material. If I need to watch YouTube (which is free), then why am I paying Clarusway?
I would stay away from Clarusway if you are looking for a career in IT!11
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Jane A.
Did not disclose upfront that they…
Did not disclose upfront that they would take deductions from my salary if I get hired.
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hilal T.
Stay away from Clarusway
I do not recommend taking any course from Clarusway. I took their course and the course fee was around $10k. However, I had to pay 12.5% of my salary for 18 months after finding a job a because I signed the agreement that I would pay after finding a job, which amounted to a maximum of $20k. Prior to taking the course, they conducted a preliminary interview where they said that if I found a job with a salary below $40,000, I wouldn't have to pay anything. At the time, I was unsure about working in the IT field and thought that if I didn't like it, I wouldn't continue. Despite not being satisfied with what was taught in the course, I completed it.
The teaching and mentorship system were not satisfactory either. As a Turkish person living in the US, I only wanted to attend English classes. However, I had to attend Turkish classes due to some teachers' unclear English. Non-Turkish classes were better, but there was one teacher who was not up to par. Furthermore, despite the promise of a mentorship program, I never received any mentoring. They also asked money for mentorship!
I worked in an IT job for two months and paid 12.5% of my salary, but I decided to quit and work for Instacart and Uber instead. When I informed Clarusway of my decision, they demanded payment if I earned more than $40,000 from any job in the next five years. This was never mentioned during the initial course introduction, and it felt unfair and immoral. I do not plan on working in the IT field for the next five years to avoid this unreasonable demand.
Before taking the course, I recommended it to some friends who were also manipulated during their preliminary meetings. Clarusway said that I wouldn't have to pay if I didn't work for five years. However, I later found out that I would have to pay even if I didn't work in the IT field. This was unacceptable to me, and I would not have applied to Clarusway if I had known this beforehand.
In conclusion, I strongly advise staying away from Clarusway and not wasting your time and money on their courses.
Response from ClaruswayAug 25, 2023
Dear Hilal,
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback about your experience with Clarusway. We appreciate your honesty and value all customer reviews as an opportunity for growth and improvement.
We would like to address the concerns you raised and provide some clarifications regarding the points you mentioned. Firstly, we apologize if there was any confusion regarding the Income Share Agreement (ISA) payment plan. The ISA is designed to deduct a specified amount from your income once it exceeds $40,000 per year, without any requirement for finding an IT-related job. The terms and conditions of the ISA, including the payment plan and income threshold, were clearly stated in the contract you signed with both Clarusway and Leif company.
We understand that misunderstandings can occur, and we take responsibility for any lack of clarity in our communication. However, it's important to note that we have a record of the preliminary interview where we discussed the payment structure, and we have shared multiple Info Sessions on our website and YouTube page that provide detailed information about the ISA and its terms. We encourage you to review these resources to gain a comprehensive understanding of the payment plan.
Regarding your mention of the teaching and mentorship system, we apologize if your expectations were not met. At Clarusway, we strive to provide high-quality education and comprehensive support to our students. Our mentorship program is an integral part of our curriculum, and we have received positive feedback from many students who have benefited from it. We regret if there was any oversight in your specific case and would appreciate the opportunity to discuss it further with you to understand the circumstances.
We are pleased to hear that you were able to secure a job within two months of completing the course. Congratulations on your achievement! However, we regret that you decided to pursue a different career path. As per the terms of the ISA, if you earn more than $40,000 from any job within the next five years, a payment is required. We understand your concerns, and if you can provide any evidence that the condition of the payment is subject to an "IT related job," we are open to reviewing your payments accordingly.
We genuinely value your feedback and would like to address your concerns in a more personalized manner. We kindly request that you reach out to our customer support team via email or phone so that we can have a detailed discussion and address any remaining issues. We are committed to ensuring the satisfaction of our students and appreciate the opportunity to rectify any misunderstandings or shortcomings.
Thank you again for sharing your experience, and we look forward to hearing from you soon.