How much does it cost? I had the same question when I began, so the least I can do is give back to others that are just beginning their journey.
How much does it cost to study for the CCIE, in addition to the long hours into the night? Below you will find a list of books, equipment, exams, and travel costs associated with this arduous journey.
While I haven't taken the time to log the hours of studying for the written exam, I plan to log the hours it takes me to study for the lab.
List of Books Read
(This is after CCNP/CCDA study)
Internet Routing Architectures, By Sam Halabi
MPLS and VPN Architectures, By Ivan Pepelnjak, Jim Guichard.
Cisco QOS Exam Certification Guide, By Wendell Odom, Michael J. Cavanaugh.
Cisco Express Forwarding, By Nakia Stringfield, Russ White, Stacia McKee.
CCIE Routing and Switching Official Certification Guide, By Wendell Odom, Rus Healy, Denise Donohue.
Routing TCP/IP Volume II, By Jeff Doyle, Jennifer DeHaven Caroll. (select sections read)
Your CCIE Lab Success Strategy: The Non-Technical Guidebook, By Dean Bahizad, Vivek Tiwari
Total: $210.92
(Not all books were purchased )
Lab Equipment
To see the list of equipment, jump to the 'Home Lab' tab.
Total: $1386.13
Power Consumption
This is just for the lab rack itself. Not tracked for the first few weeks of study.
Through 24 weeks:
KwH Used: 235
Hours On: 480
Rate per kWh: $0.055
Cost= $12.92
Bootcamp Costs
Total: $5990.00
Attended in November '13 & May '14.
Boot camp costs includes all work book materials, videos, and hotel stay.
Flight: None. Luckily within driving distance.
Exam Costs
Written Exam: $350.00 (Passed on 29th May, 2013)
Lab Exam: May 2014 ;Result=FAIL. $1500.00
Hours Studying
Currently in Week 49.
Totals as of Week 48:
Labbing: 584hrs 48min (T/S lab equipment: 1hr)
Video: 52hr 22min
