a partnership between MSU and Apple
Our unique learning experience is at the intersection of creativity and technology, empowering all Detroiters to thrive in the world’s most vibrant app ecosystem. Participants learn the essentials of coding, design, and business with Apple tools in order to craft their pathway in or with tech.
We provide a 10-month Academy Program as well as a 4-week Foundation Program.
Learn more about program offerings and the application process below.
2026 Application
The application is now open for our next Developer Academy cohort! This application will determine your eligibility for our selection process. If eligible, you will be invited to provide additional information. Final selections will be completed by late Spring 2026.
The next Academy cohort will start on Aug. 31, 2026.
Academy Program
The academy is a 10-month program providing intensive coding, design, marketing and project management training, as well as an expanding curriculum for artificial intelligence. More details can be found at the link below.
Academy ProgramFoundation Program
In the Foundation Program, learners experience a four-week introduction to the basics of app development as well as Apple tools and processes. More details can be found at the link below.
Foundation ProgramSupport
Our staff is passionate about helping learners succeed, thrive and grow. Learn more about the experts in coding, tech, design and business who are dedicated to exploration and creativity.
Our Team