Girls Who Code Pathways (Free Virtual Program)
Free self-paced online coding tracks for high school girls and non-binary students, open worldwide.
Application status
Applications open
Cohort-based: Spring 2027 cohort is listed; check the site for application dates
About this opportunity
Pathways is Girls Who Code's free, 100% virtual programme for high school students. Students pick a track in game design, data science, AI, cybersecurity or web development and complete course projects at their own pace over about 6–7 weeks. The programme has a community on Discord, optional career panels and workshops with industry partners, and certificates for completed courses. Applications are accepted from students around the world, and all experience levels are welcome. Cohorts are listed for Summer 2026, Fall 2026 and Spring 2027, so check the site for the Spring 2027 dates.
Who can apply
- Girls and non-binary students in high school (grades 9–12, including graduating seniors)
- Open to students worldwide and to all experience levels
- Able to complete the course projects within the cohort
- Student fills out the application themselves
What you get
- Free, virtual and self-paced
- Tracks in game design, data science and AI, cybersecurity, AI and society, and web development
- Discord community and mentorship events
- Certificates for completed courses