Springboard Reviews
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Alberto Lopez
A unique learning experience
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The course definitely has a great introduction to Data Science. It starts off strong with showing you how to utilize python and it’s libraries. I enjoyed going over all the tools used for data analysis and prediction. You can definitely expect to improve your python skills when going over each project and capstone. My mentor was a great and knowledgeable person and I really valued the feedback he provided. It was a great experience learning at springboard. -
Mariya Krutikova
Effective, thorough & supportive experience
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I completed Springboards Data Analytics Career Track in 2021 and it was one of the best decisions I've made. I was paired with a mentor to meet on a weekly basis that supported me with all things from assignments to my job search. The course requires students complete two in-depth capstone projects which are then approved and validated by Springboard leadership giving us confidence presenting them during real life job interviews. I was hired before I completed my program and my salary has increased $40K+ and still growing. Thank you Springboard! -
Jeffrey Wu
ABSOLUTELY PHENOMINAL
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I was a student here at the UX bootcamp and it was fantastic and a great overall experience. I loved how the structure was implemented and how it was seemless for the student. I was paired with an amazing real-industry based mentor to know all the ins and outs of product design. If I could give Springboard Bootcamp a rating between 1-10, I would give it a perfect 10! I had a great experience and if I could do it again, I would :) -
Lucas Kashdan
Above and Beyond Expectations
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The entire experience was great. There were the mentors who were prepared and helpful. The curriculum was solid for building an analytics foundation. All the staff supporting the course were helpful. My only critique is that I hated the chapter where they had us learn both Power BI and Tableau at the same time. You should just pick one and stick to that because the cognitive load of learning each UI is immense.
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Jhanvi Patel
Data Analytics at Springboard
Springboard is unique bootcamp for those who would like to change their careers like me and even for those who wants to gain more skills in their own related field. Learning from springboard would definitely help you to gain more skills and learn new languages. Having mentor throughout the process will help a lot. The Curriculum of springboard is the unique and interesting in its own way. -
Anu Verma
Specialized Learning on Data Analytics Carrer Development
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I graduated from the Data Anlaytics Program from Springboard in 2021. I learned an increasing amount of knowledge and skills on not just the programming/coding side but also the analytical and story telling. The course keeps you apart and unique from other job applicants/employees because you work on projects that showcases your knowledge and experience you gain in the program. They also help you build your resume professionally and do mock interviews that significantly helps you! -
Xuan Qin
Great systematic support from Springboard
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I enrolled in the Springboard Data Science Career track in May 2022 and achieved my certificate in Dec 2022. It was a great journey to realize my goal of becoming a data scientist. Intensive courses, numerous hands-on exercises, and mini-projects, along with two personal capstone projects, assist me in mastering skills of Python, Statistics, SQL, Machine Learning and the full life cycle of data science projects.
During my study, I work with an industry mentor with practical data experience who supports my learning tremendously. We met regularly and emailed once I had a question.
My career coach is also helpful in cheering me up, setting goals, and teaching me to interview and resume tips. I always learned new things from her each time we met.
Last but not least, I grow my network gradually during my study. I had informational interviews and enthusiastic support from current students and alumni. I believe I am on the right track to landing a dream job. -
Lena Lozano
Informational and flexible!
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I chose the UI/UX career track at Springboard largely because it let me set my own pace while still giving me access to mentors and other help if I needed it. I enjoyed the course material and the way it was separated into to small buildable chunks that provided easy spots to stop. I feel confident that I have learned the tools I need to be successful in the UI/UX field. I also appreciate that the projects provide you with case studies to create a portfolio website. Overall I enjoyed my course. -
Sam Grise
Informative and Supportive
I enjoyed this program. I had a great mentor and enjoyed my career coach and the career curriculum. Good overall curriculum and projects. The curriculum is based on some curated materials by Springboard and then materials from all around the web, Lynda, Linkedin, ...etc. -
Timothy Threet
800+ hours of curriculum with Colt Steele
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I will recommend Springboard.com's Software Engineering Career Track to anyone interested in doing an SE bootcamp. It is a fully remote experience, and you pick the times you want to complete your coursework (which was GREAT for someone like me who worked from home full-time while pursuing this career change). That said, the support from the Student Advisors, Career Team, my personal 1-on-1 mentor, and the Slack channel with my fellow students was unparalleled. I never felt 'alone' or that I was stuck and struggling with a concept with no help or direction. The topics were relevant to today's Software Engineering, and I feel like I absolutely got my money's worth (and then some). I am looking forward to the post-graduation job search support as I finally transition from my previous career into Software Engineering. -
Michelle De Leon
Easy, Quick, Full of knowledge
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I recently completed the Springboard Bootcamp UX Designer class, and I can confidently say that it was one of the best educational experiences of my life. The curriculum is extremely well-crafted, with a perfect balance between theory and practice. The coursework is challenging, but the instructors are always available to provide guidance and support when needed.
One of the things that sets Springboard apart from other bootcamps is the mentorship program. My mentor was amazing – he was knowledgeable, supportive, and always had helpful feedback. He helped me to grow not only as a designer, but as a professional. The mock interviews and portfolio reviews were also incredibly helpful in preparing me for the job search.
The community aspect of the program was also a highlight. I was able to connect with other students in the program, and we formed study groups and supported each other throughout the course. The online platform is also user-friendly, with easy access to resources, assignments, and feedback.
Overall, I highly recommend the Springboard Bootcamp UX Designer class. If you're looking to transition into the field of UX design, or to upskill and take your career to the next level, this program is definitely worth considering. The curriculum is comprehensive, the instructors and mentors are top-notch, and the community is welcoming and supportive. I'm so grateful to have had the opportunity to take this course, and I'm confident that it has prepared me well for my future as a UX designer. -
Stephen Liang
UI/UX Design Track
Pros:
-Self progression course
-1:1 mentor support
-Huge student pool to work with and collaborate
-Quick response from student advisor and other support staff
-Career coaching staff are really helpful and 1:1 sessions are really rewarding
Cons:
-Self progression course
-Can feel isolated due to remote learning
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Anna Kiemel
Helpful career growth
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Curriculum was very informative, good pace of coursework, really enjoyed my capstone work and mentor experience. Timing was usually inaccurate and it took me longer to complete the course than planned, but the job guarantee was very helpful and I am now happily working in a job that combines my previous design experience and these new skills I learned, and earning way more! I would really recommend checking out UX to anyone who is not really enjoying their work and looking for a way to incorporate more problem-solving skills, organizational systems, and is a more visual person. Springboard was an efficient and flexible way to get started in this field and they helped make the process easier. -
Jen Fausto
Difficult, yet rewarding
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Reasons I chose Springboard over other bootcamps is due to the structured curriculum, community, and the mentorship. It really prepared me for a lot of hands on projects and there was a lot of accountability involved. The career coach calls were extremely beneficial, but I believe the mentorship is the star of the show because it's hard finding that outside of the course or overall career transition. -
Emma G
Outdated curriculum and lackluster support - Do NOT waste your money and time
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I unfortunately had a very negative experience with Springboard . I signed up for the Boot Camp because I thought that the curriculum was very comprehensive in a way that some of the more expensive boot camps were not. Also, I was extremely excited by Springboard's industry, design project, or IDP. This is advertised as a final project where students work in groups and are matched up with a company to complete real world UX design/research work. First of all to touch up on the curriculum, for course that is for the most part built upon articles from the Internet, the fact that there are still lingering resources from 2015 and even earlier is appalling. The field of UX is evolving every single day so the fact that this is an oversight in the curriculum is appalling. Also, the course provided no resources to learn Figma, which is hilarious in 2022, they only provided resources to learn Sketch, and XD. It is not even an argument at this point that Figma is the industry standard. I learned Figma on my own through a Udemy course. I did not like either of the mentors that I was matched with in the program. They provided extremely inadequate support and took forever to grade my assignments, which arguably pushed up my graduation date. The industry design project was a complete bust, I was matched up with what can only be described as a marketing consultant in Canada, that was looking to add a small feature to her website and would not entertain any more fixes, even though her website was a disaster from a UX perspective. NOT a company or organization....When I asked to be rematched, I was discouraged from doing so. Eventually, I just dropped out and didn't finish my IDP which was allowed since I was not eligible for the job guarantee, knowing that I had done enough freelance work outside of Springboard to make up for this. Bottom line - there are myriad other bootcamps and resources out there - do not go with this one. -
Taylor Nicole Evans
In Depth and Interesting
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This programs is a lot of information, and it tells you that. It's really video focused which I liked and didn't like just because I get bored quickly. The videos and assignments do go over a really broad range of topics and they definitely check for understanding through the use of mentors. Overall I really liked this program, I think I got my money's work in experience and education. At the end of the Cybersecurity Bootcamp I earned my Security+ and soon I'm hoping a new job. -
Abby Canova
Fast-paced, informative, detailed
A 350+ hour online UX design course that covers the end-to-end UX process including design
thinking, user research, ideation, wireframing, user interface design, prototyping, usability
testing, psychology principles, communication, and special topics. -
Dan Vo
Well structured learning experience for Software Engineering Career Track
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The biggest advantages of this course for me when I was selecting a bootcamp to enroll in was the fact that it's self-paced and you're also able to complete it remotely. With a course and topic that is so dense with information, the ability to work on it on my own time allowed me to better retain information at my own pace along with not burning me out. In my case, I was a full-time student so I typically studied at least 25-30 hours per week so that I could complete the course as soon as possible to allow me a good chunk of time to study data structures and algorithms to prepare for job interviews. Another positive of this course is that Colt Steele is the instructor and his style of teaching is very easy to follow and understand. A con of this course is that because it's a remote bootcamp that is self paced, you're not really in touch with your cohort unless you're constantly interacting in the Slack. This is something that is a bit lacking as relationships within the course are up to you to build and you could really end up working through the whole course with just conversing with your assigned mentor. -
Stefani Garcia
Best decision in a long time
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This program was great. It was easy to access the resources. The self-pace was perfect for a working wife and mom of two. The community was so supportive.
The only issue I had was a couple of the trainings were done by presenters with thick accents, and the subtitles weren't always accurate, which got a little confusing. All in all, I'm so glad I took the leap, and especially glad I chose Springboard. I can't wait to get into a new job, and I know I'm ready thanks to the Springboard team. -
Brooke Kong
Got me a job
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Springboard stood out to me over all the other bootcamps since there are 4 in-depth portfolio projects, and one of them has you work with a real client. You are guided into creating your portfolio which is the most valuable tangible thing that I got out of Springboard. My mentor was great, and Springboard took care of any problems I had. You also have access to a lot of resources through their community. -
Owen Mackay Platt
Path to a career
After finishing the course I can say with confidence it was 100% worth it. I went in very new to the software engineering field but I’m coming at with so much knowledge. I know this program is a little longer than most… Which is exactly why I picked this one. I want to learn the most and best stuff possible not rush through a 2 month course! Very worth the investment. -
Alexia Jordan
Springboard is great if you are willing to put in the work
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If you are considering a bootcamp as your path into UX here is what I would take into consideration. What is your learning style? What sort of support do you need? How much time can you realistically commit to your course? Why do you want to transition into UX? How does your previous job (or school) experience relate to UX?
As far as learning style goes you need to be able to self teach and pace. The curriculum is set up where you work independently for a week on reading articles watching videos and acquring knowledge that way and then applying it to the best of your ability in the form of a deliverable or project. You have access to their student community and their network of hiring professionals and most importantly you have a 30 minute meeting with a mentor once a week. For me meeting with my mentor was the most important factor. My mentor was absolutely amazing, he pushed me to be the best that I could be in this course and I am so appreciative of that. It is important that you have a mentor that suits you. Do not be afraid to request a different mentor if you are not getting what you need. That being said the sooner you do this the better.
As far as support my mentor was really all I felt I needed but there are plenty of ways to get more support and in my experience any of the career coaches and hiring professionals and even senior level UX designers that you have access to throughout the course are very helpful and responsive.
TIME... How much time can you realistically spend on this course is a big question you should ask yourself upfront. If your job or outside school work is very demanding this also requires a significant amount of time attention and care. You cannot expect to skip and BS your way through this program. I recommend putting time on your calendar that you intend to dedicate to the course. This could help you stay focused and finish on time.
If you only want to transition into UX for the money this course will likely be quite difficult or cumbersome to you. UX is a very empathetic creative and thoughtful field. You will need the passion behind your why to really push you through when you are having a hard time or feeling unsure. Also there is no magic besides hard work that will get you a 6 figure job at the end of it. So you will get out of this exactly the work you put into it. If you want a 6 figure job work like a 6 figure worker at this.
Start thinking now about how your current experience and background relates to UX. Did you work in sales or customer service? A background in Psychology? The skills you have gained in your previous experience are not for nothing using them to your advantage and being trying to leverage what you already know. Eventually, you will have a story that is your resume and your elevator pitch and many other ways to express to someone why it is you are transitioning or moving into UX and what you can bring to the table. -
Amy Sit
Great choice if you want to switch industries
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I chose Springboard for its dedicated career support, industry portfolio projects, and mentorship guidance. So far, it's been a great choice in allowing me to learn all the tools in the UX process and put it into practice on a passion project. On call mentors and weekly check-ins with mentor are really helpful, though their advice can vary (so it's good to get different perspectives). Would echo another review that says it's really what you make it -- quality of your work and portfolio can vary depending on what other tools/skills you decide to practice/learn. I highly recommend this course if you're looking to switch into UX and need a guided /supportive path to get there! -
Ali Yener Cetiner
Fast-paced software engineering course
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I attended the Springboard’s Software Engineering Career Track in 2022. They have a very comprehensive curriculum. You learn some valuable knowledge about web development and software engineering mindset in a relatively short time period. I recommend it for everyone who wants to become a software engineer. They also offer job-guarantee which I didn’t have to use bc I got an offer even before finishing the course! -
Courtney David
Springboard is an excellent bootcamp!
The curriculum is brilliant and focuses on the industry. It contains great practical tasks and projects. My mentor and career mentor was great and built my confidence in data science. It is a bootcamp that is intensive and you would need to work everyday especially if you want to finish it within 6 months. You are offered a lot of support and guidance throughout the course. -
Matthew Miller
Tools for success
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Springboard focuses on the application of the tools required for a career in Data Science and Machine Learning. This was best exemplified by two capstones developed independently by myself with the guidance of an experienced mentor. While the coding skill development could be more challenging, Springboard gives its students the ability to supplement their skills by providing a variety of resources. -
David Williams
Great program
Great technical and career mentors. Professional staff.
You do have to put the effort in on Your Part but it's worth it. I recommend starting prep for the Security + exam early and also doing all of the labs. -
Bhavesh Baikar
Best online self paced bootcamp with job guarantee
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I was seeking an online course that would lead to an IT job. Someone recommended me to Springboard. I did some online research and found out that Springboard is offering a job guarantee upon completion. So I decided to pursue Springboard – Data Analytics Career Track. It is a well programmed course with ample of resources, in depth industry knowledge, greatly supported by weekly mentor calls, career coaches, student advisors and cross examined by external reviewers. Where I never felt alone. Course’s fee structure is also amazingly designed that it is affordable to everyone. While pursuing the course I was working full time, but since the course is self paced I was able to complete it during my free time. -
Elizabeth Hamm
Great introduction to the industry
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The Springboard UI UX Bootcamp is a great introduction to the field of UI UX Design. I feel I learned enough to excel in the industry, and received step by step learning along the way. It is quite challenging - and I think if you work during the course it is quite challenging to finish in the 9 month timeline, but the student advisors and mentors were very helpful in making sure I received the support I needed to complete the course. -
Chase Weber
Springboard Expedites Learning and Growth
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Springboard provides an excellent opportunity to grow my career at my own pace.Springboard is a great option to expedite growth in all areas of data science education and job search. The mentorship and career coaching is perfect for getting one-on-one help throughout the course and meeting specific needs. The case studies are informative and the capstone projects allow working in an area that is of personal interest. Keep in mind, this course is fully online and is work at your own pace; be prepared and determined to set and stick to your schedule. -
Michael Cramer
Life-changing
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I would definitely recommend Springboard to my friends and anyone who is trying to find the right BootCamp. The mentors, advisors, and career coaches are all phenomenal and try their hardest to help you get to where you want to be. You will be amazed with what you can learn by the end of the course. It is an intense course, especially if you do not have coding background, but if you are dedicated, you can be a complete beginner and do well. Only thing I wish was better was the TA system. The TAs can be inconsistent in their desire to assist you. It seems like some of them do not want to be there because there were many times when instead of assisting and helping me or pointing me in the right direction, they seemed to try and avoid the question and not really show any initiative in trying to answer it. Other than that, the course as a whole was awesome and Colt does a great job at breaking down the topics of software engineering. -
Vi Nguyen
Great start to career change
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I was looking for a career change and the springboard curriculum helped me become a confident UX Designer. They have 3 projects as well as an Industry Design project which gives you real-life experience. I used these projects to build a portfolio that represents me, and have never felt so proud of myself. In addition, my mentor was very helpful. She gave honest feedback and insights as someone who is currently in the field. We worked together to improve my designs.
The only thing I would say is that the courses (videos, articles, etc.) can be general, so I didn't take too much away from it. Best things I did to improve my work was being honest with my mentor and do research on things that are more relevant to my own project. -
Lauren Hartmann
Great way to get started in data!
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Springboard’s student support system looks to set you up for success from very early on – you receive feedback and advice from industry mentors, career coaches, student peers, and incredibly responsive Advising and Support staff members. The curriculum is broken down and organized to help you understand topics while challenging you with hands on case studies. I especially enjoyed ramping up my previous skills in Python and Excel while learning to use SQL and Tableau in different business contexts and both capstone projects. I am extremely grateful for all the resources and connections that Springboard has provided me with, and overall I felt I had a well-rounded experience. I would recommend them if you’re looking to break into tech! -
Carli McCasland
Unmatched Support & Resources
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At the end of the day, your bootcamp experience is what you make of it. This is NOT a quick pass to a 6-figure job and requires a ton of work and commitment to the process. The resources and support that Springboard provides really are unmatched and their commitment to your success extends far past course completion.
Due to personal circumstances, it took me 2 years to complete the 9-month program. Springboard was flexible, kind, and always willing to work with me to ensure I would succeed. -
Jordan Taylor
I was able to change careers tracks after ten years with confidence
I truly loved my experience in the UX/UI design career track program. I felt extremely equipped to use new skills. The amount of support and mentorship that’s built in is incredible. So many resources at your disposal! -
panpan lyu
Good curriculum, helpful mentors
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I am so glad I choose Springboard as my bootcamp to change my career. The curriculum is easy to understand and master. You can also do in-depth projects with the help of industry expert mentors. You can always get help during the study if you get stuck. You can get help from your mentor, the community managers or your peers. Never hesitate to ask questions if you want to learn more. You are never alone. I like the career service the best. The career coach are very professional and give you all the advice that are essential for searching and landing a job. Overall, I am very satisfied with Springboard bootcamp. -
dipesh joshi
good school to go for data analyst
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Its a good school to go to if your looking to learn being a data analyst. Curriculums are in order from financial views, to economies to statistics and then using tools like advanced excel, power bi, tableau, sql and python. To make it easier there's weekly mentor call to help with curriculum and practices and capstone. Also you can email the support system if any questions and they reply back with your queries asap. -
Kristina Leigh Howard
Overall a great program, with a few drawbacks here and there depending on what you are looking for.
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I did a lot of research on UX Design bootcamps prior to choosing Springboard. I narrowed it down to either Springboard, General Assembly or Career Foundry in the end, but Springboard won out due to the flexible self-paced learning model, industry client project and the mentorship program. The job guarantee and career coaching was just an added bonus. My mentor experience ended up being top-notch and incredibly helpful. I feel like we were well-matched by personality and teaching/learning style, which really helped me while learning. The self-paced model is article-based course material and assignments/projects that you work through on your own and by your own schedule, depending on how quickly you want to finish the program. It's important to note that there is a max time limit on the program however, so you do have to put in a decent amount of time per week. I put in roughly 20-40 hours a week myself, sometimes more. While it's possible to complete the program in 6-9 months, I feel that 9-12 months is honestly more realistic. I felt that I could complete the program in under 9 months, so I went the monthly payment option and I regret that choice. It took me 1 year, which meant that I ended up paying more for the program than if I had pay up front. However, I will also say that I feel more prepared and confident by having taken longer with my projects and with a stronger portfolio to show for it. The industry client project was also a great experience for me. They work hard to match you well to your client and the experience was very enlightening for me. The only con for me on the industry project is that I didn't feel well prepared for when I needed to apply for it. They start every two weeks and you have to give them a good two weeks heads up that you are ready (since the program is self-paced), but if you miss your window it can really cause you to scramble with your program end date. Not a big deal if you pay upfront for the whole program though, instead of going month-to-month like I did. Overall, the Springboard UX/UI Career Track program is really top-notch, with a few drawbacks here and there depending on what you are looking for. -
Kenneth Nnadi
Good place to kickstart your tech career
The course is very voluminous but i like it because it goes further to enlighten you on what you don't know. I have acquired my lifetime dream skills in Cyber Security via this bootcamp and i highly recommend it for anyone. -
Anita Gong
Engaging, Intense, Productive
Springboard has all the materials needed but it really comes down to the student to manage their time wisely and really to try and understand the material. There are mentors available but it can be tough to schedule times for meetings, especially with Career coaches.