No degree required
We don't look at your diploma, CV, or employment history. Every applicant is evaluated the same way — by how they perform in the entrance game and the selection pool.
Completely free
No application fee, no deposit, no tuition. If you're accepted, your training is also free — from the first day until the day you graduate.
Starts with a game
The first stage is a 60-minute logic game — not a test of what you know. It measures how you think. No preparation required. Just show up and play.
Open to ages 18+
There's no upper age limit. Our oldest participant is 63. If you're motivated and can commit 20 hours per week, you're eligible to apply.
We give everyone a fair shot — regardless of background or experience
The selection process finds people who can learn — not people who already know. Half of every cohort arrives without any programming experience. The entrance game tests logic and persistence. The pool tests whether you can keep going when things get hard. That's it.
50%
of accepted participants arrived with zero coding experience
18+
Only age requirement — no upper limit, ever
Admission Stages
1 stage
60 min
Entrance Game
A logic puzzle game — no coding knowledge needed. It tests how you think under pressure, not what you already know. Take it from any device, at any time.
Online
2 stage
20 min
School Video
Watch a 20-minute video explaining what GV Academy is, how the peer-to-peer method works, and what being a participant actually looks and feels like day to day.
Online
3 stage
10 min
Upload Documents
Upload a copy of your passport or national ID through your personal account. About 10 minutes — and it confirms your registration for the pool.
Online
4 stage
14 days
Selection Pool
14 days of intensive projects at the campus. 7 solo projects, 2 group projects, 2 exams — full immersion in the peer-to-peer method you'll use throughout training.
Offline — at the campus
No prior experience?
You're exactly who we want
The selection process is built to find people who can think and learn — not people who already know how to code. Whatever your background, if you can commit 20 hours a week and want to work in tech, you belong here.
Unlimited attempts
After the entrance game, you can apply for the pool as many times as you like — no limit
No diploma required
We don't look at your education history. Game performance and pool results are all that matter
Any nationality
Participants from all countries are welcome — handle your own visa matters if applicable
Ages 18 and up
Our oldest participant is 63. Pool participation is also possible from 17 with parental permission
50%
of participants came with no programming experience
Training Tracks
When you apply, choose one of 10 tracks
Every track
includes career
prep and internship
Career Track
Resume writing, mock technical interviews with peers, and introductions to hiring partners at leading IT companies — runs alongside your technical training.
Mandatory Internship
3 months at a real IT company. You find the placement yourself — the school helps if needed. Most participants receive a permanent job offer before their internship ends.
What you'll develop
The pool builds skills and habits you'll use every day on the job
Working under pressure
Breaking down hard problems
Self-directed learning
Peer collaboration
Resilience and persistence
Giving and receiving feedbackCommon questions
Everything you want to know about applying
Are there age restrictions?
Anyone aged 18 and over can apply to the core program. There is no upper age limit. The Selection Pool can be completed from age 17 with written parental permission.
Do I need to prepare for the entrance game?
No preparation is needed or helpful. The game tests logical thinking and pattern recognition — not programming knowledge. Trying to study for it typically makes no difference. Just show up and play.
How many times can I apply?
Registration with an email address is only possible once. After completing the selection games, you can apply for the selection pool as many times as you need — there is no limit on attempts.
Can I work or study at the same time as the pool?
You can, but it's very difficult. The selection pool is 14 days of intensive, full-time work on campus. We recommend taking time off for those 14 days. Most participants who try to combine it with work or study don't complete the pool successfully.
What does the 14-day pool involve?
7 individual projects, 2 group projects, and 2 exams — all at the campus, using the peer-to-peer methodology you'll use throughout training. It's challenging by design. Those who finish know they can handle the full program.
Is there a fee for applying or for training?
No. The application is completely free. If you're accepted, your training is also free — from the first day until the day you graduate.
Can I change my track after being accepted?
Yes. You choose your preferred track when you apply, but you can change it before training starts. After the pool, the school will help you confirm or adjust your choice based on your performance and interests.
What document do I receive when I graduate?
Graduates receive a non-state certificate of completion from GV Academy. More importantly, you graduate with a portfolio of real projects and an internship record — which is what employers actually look at.
Can citizens of other countries apply?
Yes. Participants of any nationality are welcome. If you need a visa to attend in person, you'll handle that yourself — the school can provide supporting documentation where needed.
Application for Admission
Don't miss the opportunity — build your dream career
Choose a campus and training track, create your personal account, and you'll be able to play the entrance game and sign up for the selection pool immediately
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The choice can be changed before the start of training
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