Question 1

What is 1nicorn Academy?

Accepted Answer

1nicorn Academy offers live online AI coding classes for ages 13-22. Students build real AI apps using real APIs, deploy them with shareable URLs, and present at an investor-style Demo Day.

Question 2

Are the classes online or in-person?

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All classes are live & online via Zoom. Regions and cities exist only for language of instruction and localized content — the courses themselves are always virtual.

Question 3

What does "Basic Builder" vs "Advanced Builder" mean?

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Basic Builder (Level 1) starts from scratch — perfect for curious beginners with no coding experience. Advanced Builder (Level 2) is for students with some coding or AI background who want to build production-grade agents and multi-agent workflows.

Question 4

How do I know which level is right for me?

Accepted Answer

Take our free 5-minute AI Level Check quiz. It assesses your current knowledge and recommends the right track for you.

Question 5

What will students build?

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Every student deploys a live AI application. Past projects include AI-powered image analyzers, chatbots, voice assistants, browser automation tools, and multi-agent research systems.

Question 6

What technologies do you teach?

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We teach 2025 agentic AI: Claude API, OpenAI, browser automation, multi-agent workflows, prompt engineering, real API integrations, and deployment on platforms like Vercel.

Question 7

Do students need coding experience?

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Not for Basic Builder — we start from scratch. Advanced Builder assumes some familiarity with programming concepts, but you don't need to be an expert.

Question 8

How long is each cohort?

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Each cohort runs for 5 weeks with sessions twice per week. Total instruction time is approximately 25 hours, plus project work.

Question 9

What is Demo Day?

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At the end of each cohort, students present their AI projects to parents, peers, and mentors in an investor-style format. Real stakes, real pride — and a great portfolio piece.

Question 10

What happens after the course?

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Graduates receive a Junior 1nicorn Badge, continued access to community resources, and eligibility for future advanced cohorts and events.

Question 11

How much does it cost?

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Pricing varies by region. US pricing starts at $999 (early bird) for Basic Builder and $1,299 (early bird) for Advanced Builder. Check your region for exact pricing.

Question 12

Is there an early bird discount?

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Yes! Early bird pricing is available for each cohort until a deadline (usually 2-3 weeks before the cohort starts). Lock in the lower price by enrolling early.

Question 13

What is your refund policy?

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Full refund if you cancel before the cohort starts. 50% refund within the first 2 sessions. No refund after session 3. Make-up sessions are available if you miss a class.

Question 14

What payment methods do you accept?

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We accept all major credit and debit cards via Stripe. Regional payment methods may be available depending on your location.

Question 15

How do I enroll?

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Click "Apply Now" on our website, complete the short application (takes 2 minutes), and you'll receive enrollment details within 48 hours.

Question 16

Can I enroll multiple children?

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Yes! Contact us at hello@1nicornacademy.com for family pricing.

Question 17

What days and times are classes?

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Class schedules vary by cohort and region to accommodate different time zones. You'll receive your specific schedule after enrollment.

Question 18

What if I miss a session?

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All sessions are recorded and available within 24 hours. Make-up sessions are available so no student falls behind.

Question 19

What equipment do students need?

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A computer (Mac, Windows, or Linux) with internet access. No special software needed — we use browser-based tools and cloud environments.

Question 20

How many students are in each cohort?

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We cap cohorts at 25 students maximum. Small cohorts ensure every student gets personal attention from the instructor.

Question 21

What about different time zones?

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Cohorts are organized by region and time zone. When you select your region, you'll see session times that work for your location.

Question 22

What age range is this for?

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Our courses are designed for students ages 13-22: high schoolers, college students, and university students.

Question 23

My child is 12 — can they join?

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We occasionally make exceptions for mature 12-year-olds. Contact us to discuss your child's readiness.

Question 24

Do parents need to be involved?

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Parents don't need to attend sessions, but we encourage them to attend Demo Day. We send progress updates after each session.

Question 25

Is this only for "tech kids"?

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Absolutely not! Our Basic Builder track starts from zero. Some of our best builders had no prior coding experience. Curiosity is the only prerequisite.

Question 26

Who teaches the courses?

Accepted Answer

Our lead instructor built enterprise AI deployments across 3 continents, managed 40 engineers globally, and won a $2.5M EU grant. He's an O-1A visa holder recognized for extraordinary ability in AI.

Question 27

What makes you different from other coding bootcamps?

Accepted Answer

We teach 2025 agentic AI (not pre-2023 ML). Every student deploys a live app. Small cohorts with real instructors. Build-first, not theory-first. And our instructor built real enterprise AI — not just taught it.

Question 28

What is a "1nicorn"?

Accepted Answer

A 1nicorn is someone who uses AI to build what entire teams used to build. One person + AI = unicorn-level output. We're training the next generation of 1nicorns.

Question 29

Why regions if courses are online?

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Regions determine the language of instruction and localized content. A student in Seoul gets Korean instruction, while one in San Francisco gets English. But all classes happen live online — no physical location needed.

Question 30

What if I have technical issues during class?

Accepted Answer

Our instructor provides real-time support during sessions. You can also reach us via live chat on our website or email hello@1nicornacademy.com.

Question 31

Do students keep their projects after the course?

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Yes! Students own all their code and deployed projects. They keep their shareable URLs, GitHub repos, and deployed applications.

Question 32

Is there a community or alumni network?

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Yes — graduates join the 1nicorn builder community with access to resources, events, mentorship opportunities, and future cohorts.

Question 33

How do I contact support?

Accepted Answer

Email us at hello@1nicornacademy.com, use the live chat on our website, or visit our Contact page. We respond within 24 hours.

Question 34

Can schools or organizations partner with you?

Accepted Answer

Yes! We work with schools, after-school programs, and organizations. Contact us via the "Partnership / Press" option on our Contact page.

Question 35

Do you offer scholarships?

Accepted Answer

We're working on a scholarship program. Sign up for our waitlist or contact us to be notified when it launches.

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