ALX Selection Process
ALX Selection Process
We have two types of programmes:
Hybrid Programmes
These programmes are offered both online and offline, which requires learners to go into our Tech hubs at least twice a week. More details on the hubs are shared upon acceptance into our programmes.
Online Programmes
These programmes are offered fully online and require learners to have access to a laptop or computer as well as a stable internet connection.
Hybrid programmes
Programmes that fall into this category include:
Eligibility Requirements
- African origin
- Between 18 - 34 years of age
- Able to travel to in-city ALX tech hubs located in 8 cities around the continent: Nairobi, Johannesburg, Lagos, Accra, Casablanca, Cairo, Addis Ababa, and Kigali
Our 3-step selection process
STEP 1
Register to determine your eligibility
First, fill out the registration form, which contains demographic questions. You can only move forward with the selection process if you meet the fundamental eligibility requirements above. Make sure that the information provided in this section is accurate and verifiable upon request.
STEP 2
Complete the application to determine mutual fit
- Completing the application is the second step in determining if you are a good fit for our tech programmes and community.
- This is an 95-minute application that includes 3 assessments and 3 essay questions.
- The assessments are designed to give us a better understanding of your aptitude, knowledge, and potential.
- For each essay question, please note that your answer must have a minimum of 50 words for your application to be considered.
STEP 3
Decision timing on your application
- Once the cohort applications close, you will receive a decision email within 2 weeks of the application deadline.
- You will receive either of the following decision emails:
- Acceptance into the chosen ALX programme, which then requires you to confirm your participation.
- A rejection from the ALX programme, which means you will not be eligible to join the programme for now, but can reapply in the next cohort.
Pre-application resources
As you prepare to get started on the application, here are some materials to help you prepare for the assessments. Please note, ALX has no affiliation with the recommended sites below.
English Practise tests
Cognitive Practise tests
Online Programmes
These are programmes that are offered fully online and include:
Eligibility Requirements
- African origin
- Between 18 - 34 years of age
- Access to a computer with a stable internet connection for the duration of the programme
- Not required to be located in one of our 8 Tech hub cities
- Must be able to commit to 80 hours per week
Our 2-Stage Selection Process
Stage 1:
STEP 1
Register to determine your eligibility
- First, fill out the registration form, which contains demographic questions. You can only move forward with the selection process if you meet the fundamental eligibility requirements.
- Make sure that the information provided in this section is accurate and verifiable upon request.
STEP 2
Complete the application to determine mutual fit
- Complete the 15-minute application is the second step in determining if you are a good fit for our programme and community.
- Our applications are designed to give us a better understanding of your motivation and potential.
STEP 3
Decision timing on your registration
You will receive the decision email within 48 hours after submitting the registration form.
- You will receive either of the following decision emails:
- Acceptance into the selection period
- A rejection from the selection period, which means you are not eligible to join the programme for now but can reapply in the next cohort.
Stage 2:
STEP 4
Complete the 1 month selection period
Once you're accepted into the selection period, you need to prove your capabilities in the first month by getting a cumulative score of 80% in all your projects in order to be accepted to the Software Engineering programme.
STEP 5
Decision timing on your stage 2 selection period
- You will receive the decision email after completing month 1 projects.
- You will receive either of the following decision emails:
- Acceptance into the Software Engineering programme.
- A rejection from the Software Engineering programme, which means you are not eligible to join the programme for now, but you can reapply in the next cohort.
Selection Policy
The Selection Policy document is a guideline for what is expected of you as an ALX applicant during the selection process and once you become part of the community. It also outlines the consequences of potential misconduct during the application process.
Key points on the Selection Policy include:
- Applying to more than one programme
- Re-applying
- Reporting Misconduct
- Consequences for Misconduct
- ALX Code of Conduct
View the full policy here
Where to get help
The Help Centre
It contains multiple articles on frequently asked questions and you can submit a support ticket on the site as well.
ALX Admissions Weekly Office Hours
This is a weekly one-hour slot where the selection team takes time to answer your questions SPECIFICALLY on the selection process if you are facing any challenges or need clarification.
The office hours are only held during the application period.
Time
Every Wednesday, from 2-3 PM EAT
Where
Virtually on Zoom. Register here