Springboard
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Springboard is an online learning platform that prepares students for the tech industry’s most in-demand careers with comprehensive, mentor-led online programs in software engineering, data science, UI/UX design, cybersecurity, tech sales, and more. All Springboard courses are 100% online, remote, and self-paced throughout an average of 6-9 months. Springboard acts as a support system, coach, and cheerleader for working professionals who are ready to level-up or make a major career shift. Students have access to a unique community of industry mentors, thought leaders, and alumni, who are on hand to offer insights, networking opportunities, and support throughout the program and well past graduation. Every Springboard student is matched with a personal student advisor and industry mentor who guides them throughout the program through regular video calls.
To apply, applicants fill out an online form, take an aptitude test, then talk with a school representative about their background and motivations. For the data science career track a background in statistics and/or programming is required. For the UX career track, students should have academic or professional background in user design or development-oriented fields.
Before graduation, Springboard’s career services team supports students in their job search, helping prepare them for interviews and networking, and facilitates their transition into the tech industry. Springboard's programs are backed with a job guarantee.
Springboard’s support does not end when students graduate. All graduates benefit from an extensive support network encompassing career services, 1:1 career coaching, networking tips, resume assistance, interview prep, and salary negotiation. Since Springboard was founded in 2013, 94% of eligible graduates secured a job within one year, earning an average salary increase of $26,000.
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Valerie DeluccaStudent • UI / UX Design Career Track • OnlineDec 19, 2024Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob AssistanceFor my full time job people - this was intense!
About Me:I chose a bootcamp because 1.) I desire to work in this field more than I can express 2.) An ex-coworker took this bootcamp and landed a role and 3.) I needed a structured, step-by-step curriculum to guide me through the UX/UI design process. Balancing the program with a full-time job was challenging, and I often found myself short on time to meet deadlines. On average, I dedicated around 12 hours a week to studying and completed Springboard’s UX/UI p...About Me:I chose a bootcamp because 1.) I desire to work in this field more than I can express 2.) An ex-coworker took this bootcamp and landed a role and 3.) I needed a structured, step-by-step curriculum to guide me through the UX/UI design process. Balancing the program with a full-time job was challenging, and I often found myself short on time to meet deadlines. On average, I dedicated around 12 hours a week to studying and completed Springboard’s UX/UI program in 12 months. I did take pauses along the way to catch up on coursework, which prolonged my timeline. Without the support of my amazing mentor and the exceptional IDP team I was paired with, it likely would’ve taken me at least three more months to finish. If you’re considering this bootcamp, I strongly recommend doing it while working part-time or not at all if you can—it will better prepare you for a role in UX/UI.
Pros: • Comprehensive Curriculum: The course covers all the fundamentals of UX/UI design, using curated free articles and videos. While these resources are available online, the program saves you time by organizing and vetting them. You’ll still need to dive deeper into some topics on your own, but you’ll have a clear path to follow. • Graded Assignments: Assignments provide an opportunity to practice your skills and get detailed, actionable feedback. • Flexibility: You can work at your own pace, even tackling sections in a different order. Many people don’t finish within the initial 9-month timeline, but free extensions make it manageable (and I personally found them helpful). • Mentorship: My mentor was incredible—offering honest critiques, real-world advice about the design industry, and detailed answers to my questions. This guidance made a huge difference in my progress. • Career Support: The program includes career coaching during and after the course. While the experience depends on your coach, it’s helpful to have someone review your resume, portfolio, and applications while keeping you accountable. • Independent Design Project (IDP): The IDP was my favorite part of the course, even though I typically loathe group projects in traditional school. Working with others who were equally motivated was key to delivering a high-quality project on time. It gave me valuable real-world experience and the confidence to tackle team-based projects in the future.
Cons: • Outdated Materials: Some articles are as old as 10 years, and occasionally links to resources are broken or unavailable. • Unrealistic Timelines: Suggested timelines for assignments don’t always account for beginners learning new tools or concepts. I also felt some career-related content could have been better structured, though the flexibility to work out of order helped. • Job Guarantee: The job guarantee (a refund if you don’t secure a job in 6-12 months) is legitimate but has strict requirements. To qualify, you’ll need to complete the course, apply for a set number of jobs weekly, build and maintain new professional connections, conduct informational interviews, and continue to upskill.
Final Thoughts:Despite a few shortcomings, I have no regrets about completing this bootcamp. It provided me with a solid foundation to pursue entry- or junior-level roles in UX/UI design. If you can dedicate part-time or full-time attention to it, the program is absolutely worth it! Working with a supportive mentor and a highly motivated IDP team made the experience truly rewarding.- William ThompsonGraduate • Cyber Security Career Track • OnlineDec 08, 2024Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob AssistanceN/A
Good Program
It was overall a good experience. I learned a lot from the program. You work at your own pace which was a big help. I liked all the labs that were provided, it gave us hands on experience in the topics we were covering. I was able to take the knowledge I learned from the course and get my CompTIA Security+ certification. - Grace KimGraduate • Cyber Security Career Track • OnlineDec 02, 2024Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Springboard's Cybersecurity Program
I really appreciated the thoughtful structure of the program. The support system was excellent, including mentors, advisors, coaches, and peers. While it was a lot to absorb, with dedication and a well-planned schedule, achieving the desired outcome is entirely possible. - Elizabeth PhelpsGraduate • Cyber Security Career Track • OnlineDec 02, 2024Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Great Support Team
I had a limited background in tech when I started the intense bootcamp with Springboard. I had many recourses and a great team available to utilize through the program and PASSED the CompTIA Security+ exam on my first try. It prepared me well! Furthermore, being new to the field the job guarantee and career coaching through the job search was very appealing. - Anastasia FefilovaData Analyst • Graduate • Data Analytics Career Track • OnlineNov 26, 2024Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Challenging, supportive, real-world projects, transforming
My experience with the Springboard Data Analytics Bootcamp was a transformative and rewarding journey. While it was undoubtedly challenging at times, the program provided an incredible opportunity to learn a vast amount of material, from foundational concepts to advanced analytical techniques. The structured curriculum and real-world projects helped me solidify my knowledge and apply it practically.One of the most invaluable aspects of the program was the support system. The o...My experience with the Springboard Data Analytics Bootcamp was a transformative and rewarding journey. While it was undoubtedly challenging at times, the program provided an incredible opportunity to learn a vast amount of material, from foundational concepts to advanced analytical techniques. The structured curriculum and real-world projects helped me solidify my knowledge and apply it practically.One of the most invaluable aspects of the program was the support system. The office hours calls were a game-changer, allowing me to get immediate clarification on difficult concepts and stay on track with my learning. Additionally, the Zoom meetings with my mentor were instrumental in my success. My mentor provided personalized guidance, insightful feedback, and encouragement throughout the program, which boosted my confidence and helped me navigate more complex topics.The career coaches were another highlight of the bootcamp. They offered tailored advice on resume building, interview preparation, and job search strategies. Their support gave me the tools and confidence to transition into a career in data analytics successfully.Overall, Springboard’s Data Analytics Bootcamp was a challenging yet immensely fulfilling experience that equipped me with the skills and knowledge to excel in the field. The combination of rigorous coursework, supportive mentors, and career-focused guidance made it an excellent choice for anyone looking to break into the world of data analytics. - Ranjana RokaGraduate • Data Science Career Track • OnlineNov 20, 2024Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Springboard Data Science Program
I enrolled in Springboard’s Data Science Career Track with zero prior experience in technology, and I couldn’t have chosen a better platform. The curriculum is comprehensive, breaking down complex concepts into digestible lessons that are easy to follow. The standout feature for me was the 1:1 mentorship. Having access to an industry professional who provided personalized guidance made all the difference. The career coaches offered actionable advice that gave me confidence in pursuing a ...I enrolled in Springboard’s Data Science Career Track with zero prior experience in technology, and I couldn’t have chosen a better platform. The curriculum is comprehensive, breaking down complex concepts into digestible lessons that are easy to follow. The standout feature for me was the 1:1 mentorship. Having access to an industry professional who provided personalized guidance made all the difference. The career coaches offered actionable advice that gave me confidence in pursuing a career in data science. For anyone considering this bootcamp, I wholeheartedly recommend it—it’s an investment that truly pays off. - LAKSHIKA JAINGraduate • Data Science Career Track • OnlineNov 18, 2024Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Great option to add Data Science skill set on your resume.
Springboard's Data Science bootcamp has a great curriculum and excellent community and mentorship support. This course is well structured and provides great materials for ML, statistics, Deep learning, python etc. I really enjoyed working on all the projects in this track as it helped me understand the concept really well. I will 100% recommend anybody looking to switch their career or upskill in Data science to join this track. - Sunny RoseGraduate • UX Career Track • OnlineNov 16, 2024Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
An overall excellent experience
Though their curriculum is overdue for a refresh, I found it to be adequate to prepare me for the UX job market. The mentors and career coaches alone, are worth the investment. This 6-month program ended up taking me 9 months to complete - it's no light-duty bootcamp, and really I think the term "bootcamp" doesn't quite fit. This program pushed me to do my best work, and I'm hopeful that I'll get a job thanks to what I learned along with the ongoing support of the excellent post-completi...Though their curriculum is overdue for a refresh, I found it to be adequate to prepare me for the UX job market. The mentors and career coaches alone, are worth the investment. This 6-month program ended up taking me 9 months to complete - it's no light-duty bootcamp, and really I think the term "bootcamp" doesn't quite fit. This program pushed me to do my best work, and I'm hopeful that I'll get a job thanks to what I learned along with the ongoing support of the excellent post-completion coach I chose. I would recommend this program! - Cooper MartinGraduate • Software Engineering Career Track • OnlineNov 14, 2024Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Best bootcamp experience possible
Springboard's Software Engineering Bootcamp sincerely helped become a confident and knowledgeable software engineer. This bootcamp and the people at Springboard set you up for success, but it's all up to you to get what you can out of it. If you work hard, you will be able to say it was an amazing experience. I personally came from knowing nothing about software engineering, and now I can confidently code, build websites and do things I never thought I would be doing. If you are on the e...Springboard's Software Engineering Bootcamp sincerely helped become a confident and knowledgeable software engineer. This bootcamp and the people at Springboard set you up for success, but it's all up to you to get what you can out of it. If you work hard, you will be able to say it was an amazing experience. I personally came from knowing nothing about software engineering, and now I can confidently code, build websites and do things I never thought I would be doing. If you are on the edge of choosing between bootcamp's or just looking into this direction, I would highly suggest you give this opportunity with Springboard a shot! - Josiah NissleyGraduate • Data Science Career Track • OnlineNov 13, 2024Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Career focused | Thorough | Hands on
I would recommend Springboard to anyone looking to make a transition into Data Science or simply wanting to expand their skillset. Before Springboard, I had never written a line of code. Now, I am able to build machine learning models, import, transform, and visualize data, and so much more. I would say you need to be self disciplined and find a mentor that suites you. - Swastika MishraStudent • Data Analytics Career Track • OnlineNov 06, 2024Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Great Course for Career Transition
Springboard’s Data Analytics course was the perfect choice for me as I transitioned careers. The six-month timeline allowed for a deep dive into key tools and techniques like SQL, Tableau, and Python, and the flexibility of the online format was ideal for balancing studies with my schedule. The career support resources, including resume-building and interview prep, were extremely valuable as I began applying for jobs. Overall, I would recommend Springboard to anyone looking to build a s...Springboard’s Data Analytics course was the perfect choice for me as I transitioned careers. The six-month timeline allowed for a deep dive into key tools and techniques like SQL, Tableau, and Python, and the flexibility of the online format was ideal for balancing studies with my schedule. The career support resources, including resume-building and interview prep, were extremely valuable as I began applying for jobs. Overall, I would recommend Springboard to anyone looking to build a solid foundation in data analytics . - Sanchit SharmaGraduate • Cyber Security Career Track • OnlineNov 05, 2024Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Great Comprehensive Program
The Springboard cybersecurity program was a great introductory experience for me in order to learn about cybersecurity. I was able to start from a novice level and work my way up with the through/challenging curriculum and the guidance of my mentors and the coaches offered in the program. The labs provided useful hands on learning experience for real world applications of the curriculum and tested proficiency and applicable knowledge well. The program is also timed well to be completed i...The Springboard cybersecurity program was a great introductory experience for me in order to learn about cybersecurity. I was able to start from a novice level and work my way up with the through/challenging curriculum and the guidance of my mentors and the coaches offered in the program. The labs provided useful hands on learning experience for real world applications of the curriculum and tested proficiency and applicable knowledge well. The program is also timed well to be completed in a 6 month period and can be done with a full time work role.
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Qualifying Courses
- Cyber Security Career Track (Online)
- Data Science Career Track (Online)
- Data Analytics Career Track (Online)
- UI / UX Design Career Track (Online)
- UX Career Track (Online)
- Software Engineering Career Track (Online)
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FAQs
How much does Springboard cost?
Springboard costs around $10,900. On the lower end, some Springboard courses like Introduction to Design cost $349.
What courses does Springboard teach?
Springboard offers courses like Cyber Security Career Track, Data Analytics Career Track, Data Science Career Track, Data Science Career Track Prep and 6 more.
Where does Springboard have campuses?
Springboard teaches students Online in a remote classroom.
Is Springboard worth it?
Springboard hasn't shared alumni outcomes yet, but one way to determine if a bootcamp is worth it is by reading alumni reviews. 1,739 Springboard alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed Springboard on Course Report - you should start there!
Is Springboard legit?
We let alumni answer that question. 1,739 Springboard alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed Springboard and rate their overall experience a 4.6 out of 5.
Does Springboard offer scholarships or accept the GI Bill?
Yes, For a limited time, Course Report readers can take $1500 off Springboard tuition with an exclusive scholarship! Be sure to enter CR1500SB in the Promo Code field of your application so Springboard can extend the discount to you upon acceptance.
Can I read Springboard reviews?
You can read 1,739 reviews of Springboard on Course Report! Springboard alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed Springboard and rate their overall experience a 4.6 out of 5.
Is Springboard accredited?
While bootcamps must be approved to operate, accreditation is relatively rare. Springboard doesn't yet share information about their accreditation status.