u/michaelnovati replied · · edited ★ FEATURED
Hi, we worked with someone that had a similar background at Formation (CogSci -> dropout -> HackReactor -> back to school -> Formation -> Job) and you can try reaching out them about their experience as a cog sci breaking into the industry. [https://formation.dev/blog/fellow-spotlight-carlitos-willis/](https://formation.dev/blog/fellow-spotlight-carlitos-willis/)
It really depends on you. Since you have a degree and took some CS courses, you can get a foot in the door without a bootcamp. But if your skill gap is really large then a bootcamp could be good.
If you get a six figure job at a top tier company the relative cost of different programs might not matter. The time variance it will take to get a job is so unpredictable that the lost/gained revenue between 1-3 months at a top tier company, would be the cost of a five figure program.
My advice would be to reach out to people from all the programs directly on LinkedIn or otherwise and just ask them the pros and cons about their experience and try to see which would be the best fit for you.