“As CEO of a national coding boot camp, my customers come from all walks of life. Regardless of their age or ethnicity, one theme remains constant: traditional higher education wasn’t feasible or didn’t train them properly for a meaningful career. For decades, going to a four-year university has been interwoven into the American Dream. Along with home ownership and a white picket fence, enrolling your children in a reputable university has become a benchmark for success. The recent admissions scandals highlight this mindset.”