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Apple Opens First US Developer Academy in Detroit

The academy seeks to provide education and resources to local community

By Cesar Cadenas Cesar Cadenas Writer California State University - Long Beach Cesar Cadenas has been writing about the tech industry since 2016 on a variety of topics like cryptocurrency, video games, the latest gadgets, and much more. lifewire's editorial guidelines Published on October 8, 2021 02:14PM EDT Fact checked by Rich Scherr Fact checked by Rich Scherr University of Maryland Baltimore County Rich Scherr is a seasoned technology and financial journalist who spent nearly two decades as the editor of Potomac and Bay Area Tech Wire. lifewire's fact checking process Tweet Share Email Tweet Share Email Smart & Connected Life Mobile Phones Internet & Security Computers & Tablets Smart Life Home Theater & Entertainment Software & Apps Social Media Streaming Gaming In partnership with Michigan State University (MSU), Apple is opening its first American Developer Academy in the city of Detroit to provide resources and education to the local community. Apple said the academy will teach classes on coding, product design, project management, and more. It also will place an emphasis on inclusivity, as it's part of the company’s Racial Equity and Justice Initiative, which seeks to address systemic racism and expand opportunities across the nation. Apple The inaugural class is made up of 100 students, with ages ranging from 18 to 60. Each student will get 10 months of training in app development and entrepreneurship, and enrollment is free. No prior coding experience is required, although students do have to be 18 or older. The school’s curriculum strives to give graduates a wide range of skills to find or create jobs within the smart device industry. Apple states its iOS economy supports over 2.1 million jobs across the United States and continues to grow. Apple According to a page on the MSU website, applications for this year’s class are closed. Students will have to check next spring for openings in the 2022-2023 class. Apple’s Developer Academies are located all around the world, with sites in Brazil, Indonesia, and Italy. The next site will open in South Korea next year at Pohang University of Science and Technology. It’s unknown at this time if Apple has plans to open additional sites in the US. Was this page helpful? Thanks for letting us know! Get the Latest Tech News Delivered Every Day Subscribe Tell us why! Other Not enough details Hard to understand Submit More from Lifewire What Is STEM (Science Technology Engineering Math)? What is Amazon Prime Student? How to Get an Apple Student Discount 5G Availability Around the World The 20 Best Free Learning Websites for Kids in 2022 How to Get a Spotify Student Discount 13 Best Sites With Free Educational Movies How to View the HTML Source in Google Chrome The 7 Best Online Photography Classes of 2022 The 10 Best Apps for Your High Schooler 5G: The Latest News & Updates (October 2022) The 22 Best Free iPad Apps of 2022 The 10 Best Sports Movies to Watch Right Now How to Connect Spotify to Hulu The 10 Best Free Online Classes for Adults in 2022 The 10 Best Educational Websites for Taking Online Courses in 2022 Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up By clicking “Accept All Cookies”, you agree to the storing of cookies on your device to enhance site navigation, analyze site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts. Cookies Settings Accept All Cookies