Narek Aslikyan
CEO and Founder of Armenian Code Academy,
Technological Education Foundation
Technological Education Foundation
In 2017, we launched Armenia's first ML course. In 2026, they rule AI in Armenia.
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From 25 Pioneers to 100 Futures: Our Story
2017
We proved it works.
Where are those first 25?
They're leading ML teams at local and global companies in Armenia.
Where are those first 25?
They're leading ML teams at local and global companies in Armenia.
We started something new.
ACA launched Armenia's first ML course.
25 graduates started to change the ML game in Armenia.
ACA launched Armenia's first ML course.
25 graduates started to change the ML game in Armenia.
We made a decision.
We founded the Technological Education Foundation - TEF.
We've provided scholarships for
We founded the Technological Education Foundation - TEF.
We've provided scholarships for
- our compatriots from Artsakh,
- war veterans,
- students from Armenia's regions,
- people with disabilities,
- women in vulnerable situations.
We continuously perfected the course.
We've trained hundreds more ML engineers since.
We refined it to a 10-month intensive program with an 85%+ employment rate.
We changed Armenia's talent landscape.
We've trained hundreds more ML engineers since.
We refined it to a 10-month intensive program with an 85%+ employment rate.
We changed Armenia's talent landscape.
We're taking a BOLD step.
We start "100 ML Futures" campaign to make high-quality education free.
Armenian Code Academy commits to covering 30% of the tuition.
We're asking you to join us cover the remaining 70%.
Together, we can make ML education free for 100 talented Armenians every year.
We start "100 ML Futures" campaign to make high-quality education free.
Armenian Code Academy commits to covering 30% of the tuition.
We're asking you to join us cover the remaining 70%.
Together, we can make ML education free for 100 talented Armenians every year.
2018-2021
2022
2023-2025
2026
Every wave, 70+ talented people apply: self-taught developers from Gyumri, graduates from Vanadzor, career-switchers who learned Python at night. They pass our technical assessments but then come the withdrawals: "I can't afford the tuition" or “Maybe next year”.
We've provided scholarships where possible - full for our compatriots from Artsakh,
partial for war veterans and regional students.
However, partial coverage still leaves gaps, and talent is still lost.
That's why we started “100 ML Futures” to make talent and motivation the only requirements, not money. So 'yes' is always the answer when you have the skills.
We've provided scholarships where possible - full for our compatriots from Artsakh,
partial for war veterans and regional students.
However, partial coverage still leaves gaps, and talent is still lost.
That's why we started “100 ML Futures” to make talent and motivation the only requirements, not money. So 'yes' is always the answer when you have the skills.
Tuition fee shouldn't determine futures
Design creates culture. Culture shapes values. Values determine the future.
Solution: 10-month intensive ML engineering program organized by Armenian Code Academy
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Top 100 from 1000+ applicants (selected through exams and interviews)
Selection
Training
10-month program divided into 4 waves. Check out the curriculum here.
Career services, job placement assistance, mentorship
Support
How it works
All our professionals have more than 5 years of legal experiences. They use their knowledge to make our clients life better.
We take care about our clients time and can help you every day. Just call us — and we will help you with all the questions.
85%+ employment rate
Outcome
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Unique Experience
Effective Services
the investment
Armenian Code Academy covers 30% of the amount; donations will cover the remaining 70%.
$1,540
$38,500
$154,000
$660
$66,000
$16,500
$2,200
$55,000
$220,000
Tuition fee
Total
ACA covers
Donors cover
Total per wave
Total amount
$154.000 open for donors
$66.000 covered by ACA
Your $1,540 is
✓ Career services & job placement
✓ One transformed life
✓ One stronger Armenia.
✓ 10 months of intensive ML training
Current scholarship recipients
Receiving this scholarship means so much to me. It gives me the chance to study, grow, and work toward my dreams without financial barriers. I’m deeply thankful for this opportunity and for everyone who made it possible.
Receiving this scholarship has truly changed my life. I’m so grateful for the opportunity to learn, grow, and move closer to my dreams. Thank you for your kindness and support.
Our partners
Join these donors building Armenia's AI future. Together, we change the lives of 100 students.
About donations
Any amount helps. $100 makes a meaningful impact. $1,540 funds one complete scholarship (with ACA covering the remaining 30%).
We're currently working on obtaining 501(c)(3) status. Donations are not yet tax-deductible. We provide donation receipts for your records.
Yes! We accept international donations.
We're committed to transparency. If we don't reach our full goal, we'll fund as many scholarships as possible with the amount raised.
About the program
Students take technical exams and go through interviews. We select the top 25 from 250+ applicants per wave.
Everything - the full 10-month program including tuition, materials, career services, and job placement support.
ACA covers infrastructure, facilities, and administrative costs. Your 70% covers direct student expenses — instruction, materials, and career services. Together, we fund 100% of each student's education.
85%+ of graduates secure ML engineering roles in Armenia. We provide comprehensive job placement support and have strong relationships with hiring companies.
About scholars
If you fund a complete scholarship ($1,540), you can opt to be connected with your scholar (with their permission). And even if it’s a partial donation, you'll receive updates on their progress throughout the program.
Talented people from across Armenia—Yerevan, Gyumri, Goris, and rural regions. Self-taught developers, university graduates, career-switchers. The only requirement is talent and passing our selection process.
Students pay a refundable commitment deposit (equal to 2 months' tuition). If they complete the program, they get it back. If they drop out, that deposit supports remaining students.
85%+ of graduates secure ML engineering roles in Armenia. We provide comprehensive job placement support and have strong relationships with hiring companies.
About impact
We've been training ML engineers since 2017 — we pioneered this in Armenia. ML is the highest-demand tech field right now, and Armenia needs these skills to compete globally. We know this works because we've proven it.
85%+ are employed in ML roles within months of graduation. They work at local and global companies in Armenia. Many of them lead teams and train the next generation.
