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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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  • Mohammad Omer Jawwad
    Mohammad Omer Jawwad
    Graduate • Software Engineering Career Track • Online
    Dec 11, 2023
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    Excellent curriculum and genuine mentor support

    I completed Springboard's Software Engineering Career Track bootcamp and had a great experience. The curriculum is comprehensive and covers more topics than other bootcamps I have seen. 1 on 1 mentor support is genuinely impressively and introduced me to real world code reviews and industry practices.
    I highly recommend Spring SWE program to anyone looking to change their career!
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  • Daina Earles
    Daina Earles
    Student • Data Analytics Career Track • Online
    Nov 30, 2023
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    2023 Springboard Experience

    I went into this on a limb, as my background is not in data science... I was afraid but ready! Once I began I almost couldn't stop. The curriculum has a very smooth work flow and ease of transition. As I continued, I began to feel confident and this was backed by my mentor who was incredibly supportive of me and my work. The knowledge and confidence I've gained is irreplaceable and I'm glad I took the chance.
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  • Jenny Gonzales
    Jenny Gonzales
    Student • UI / UX Design Career Track • Online
    Nov 27, 2023
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    Navigating Career Change with Support and Velocity

    Enrolling in Springboard's Bootcamp was a pivotal move for my career transition. The program's standout feature is its robust support system, including on-call mentors, advisors, and group forums—ensuring you never feel alone. However, as a bootcamp, the curriculum's accelerated pace can be challenging, requiring forward thinking and proactive organization. Despite the rush, the comprehensive support network makes Springboard an excellent choice for those navigating a career switch.
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  • Prem Panchal
    Prem Panchal
    Graduate • Data Science Career Track • Online
    Nov 26, 2023
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    Great course with excellent pacing

    1 on 1 mentorship program is great for all the support  you can need along with community slack channels to help. Pacing for the course is great and there are many resources to help when confused.
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  • Krysta Hiranaka
    Krysta Hiranaka
    Graduate • UI / UX Design Career Track • Online
    Nov 25, 2023
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    UX/UI Design Career Track

    I was worried about taking a bootcamp online for I didn't know how supported I would be throughout the process.  This was a complete career change for me and I was hesitant for I thought getting lost in the curriculum would be a possibility.  After completing the program I can say that the amount of support you receive to stay on track was fantastic.  They really have designed the program for supporting students.  I will say that I utilized my mentor and student advisor the most however ...
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  • Constance Sun
    Constance Sun
    Graduate • UI / UX Design Career Track • Online
    Nov 21, 2023
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    Good for the basics and getting your foot in the industry

    I didn't have any experience with UX or UI, and that being said, this course is one of the if not the hardest thing I've ever done. It took me a lot longer than normal, but I think it's worth it in the sense that I have a decent foundation of the topic and now have my own portfolio. I have to say that I think it takes most people longer than their 9-month length timeframe to complete the curriculum, so keep that in mind. They are also very accommodating and understanding should something...
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  • Jonathan Chiu
    Jonathan Chiu
    Graduate • UI / UX Design Career Track • Online
    Nov 15, 2023
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    Great place & network for structured learning!

    If you find yourself unsure of where to begin, a bootcamp could prove beneficial, just as it did for me. My personal mentor not only met but exceeded my expectations, aiding me not only in preparing for the bootcamp but also in setting realistic expectations beyond its confines. While individuals with self-discipline and a tolerance for unstructured learning might not necessarily require a bootcamp, as all the necessary information is available online, the true value of this particular b...
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  • Parth Bhakta
    Parth Bhakta
    Student • UI / UX Design Career Track • Online
    Oct 24, 2023
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    Springboard UI/UX

    Due to all the support provided by my mentors and student support staff, the course was very easy to navigate. It allowes me to learn with no stress in my mind. The course itself was very hands on, giving me chances to apply whatever I was learning
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  • Matthew Richards
    Matthew Richards
    Graduate • Cyber Security Career Track • Online
    Oct 22, 2023
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    Amazing Course

    In this course i was able to learn and get a solid understanding for the many and very ever changing landscape of Cybersecurity. I am very thankful to all of the good people at springboard who made it possible for all this Information to be accessible to those who enroll.
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  • David Harvison
    David Harvison
    Graduate • Software Engineering Career Track • Online
    Oct 03, 2023
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    Most of the lectures seem to have been recorded in 2019 which isn't a problem for the basics but once you start getting into mid level subjects it is a bit frustrating that the projects often require you to use older versions of languages and frameworks. Particularly egregious was being required to use an older version of Redux as there has been a major overhaul since these videos were filmed.

    The projects provided were instructive and built upon each other nicely. I enjoyed worki...
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  • Kristin Murray
    Kristin Murray
    Graduate • UX Career Track • Online
    Sep 30, 2023
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    Overall great UX Design program

    For background context, I have a degree in Graphic Design and have worked on and off as a visual designer, but have more recently been working in customer support within the tech industry. I've been considering making the switch to UX design for years, but finally decided to take the leap. I felt that I needed to gain some UX specific knowledge to be successful in my endeavor, and I needed a portfolio that could showcase these new skills. 

    After researching different bootcamps, th...
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  • Hernadus Fountain
    Hernadus Fountain
    Student • Cyber Security Career Track • Online
    Sep 26, 2023
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    Great Experience

    I have nothing but good things to say about Springboard. Overall, I had a great experience with the Springboard Cybercareer track program.  The Springboard staff (student advisor, mentor, and career coaches) was very supportive. The program is fast-paced with detailed course material.  There were times when mini-projects took longer to complete than expected, but overall I feel like I'm job-ready after taking this course.
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💰Course Report readers can take $2,000 off Springboard tuition for Software Engineering, Cybersecurity, and Data Science Career Tracks. Just use promo code SUMMER2025CR to automatically take $2,000 off tuition. 

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Qualifying Courses

  • Software Engineering Career Track (Online)
  • 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)

Recent Springboard News

Liz Eggleston
Liz Eggleston
Updated July 16, 2025
After 15 years in education and school administration, Miriam Chait was ready to return to her original passion: technology. With a Computer Science degree but a long gap in technical work, she turned to Springboard’s Software Engineering Career Track to refresh her skills and re-enter the workforce. Miriam landed a fully remote Data Engineering role at Copeland – we caught up to learn more a...
Liz Eggleston
Liz Eggleston
Updated July 15, 2025
Julie Liu already had an impressive foundation in UX design – a double major from UC Berkeley, the Google UX Design Certificate, and real-world product experience. But when the job market got tough in 2023, she turned to Springboard’s UX Career Track bootcamp to sharpen her skills, build a standout portfolio, and get structured support in her job search. Now a Senior Product Designer at heal...
Liz Eggleston
Liz Eggleston
Updated July 09, 2025
In 2025, the tech job interview process is shifting under our feet. The rise of generative AI tools has raised new questions about remote assessments, candidate authenticity, and the skills companies are really testing for. So what do today’s technical interviews actually look like? And how are career changers supposed to prepare? To find out, Course Report hosted a live Q&A webinar wi...
Jess Feldman
Jess Feldman
Updated May 02, 2025
Cybersecurity is one of the fastest growth fields in tech, and with over a hundred cybersecurity bootcamps and programs listed on Course Report, choosing the right one can feel a little bit overwhelming. Four recent cybersecurity bootcamp graduates joined us in a Live Q&A to discuss their bootcamp experience and how they made the career pivot into cybersecurity. Cybersecurity is not a one...
Jess Feldman
Jess Feldman
Updated May 02, 2025
AI is rapidly transforming the software engineering field, and Springboard is helping students stay ahead with its new AI for Software Engineers unit. We spoke with Muhammad Akkad, a Springboard mentor and software engineer, about why it’s crucial for new developers to understand AI fundamentals like prompt engineering. Muhammad explains how AI tools are essential for productivity and problem...
Jess Feldman
Jess Feldman
Updated March 03, 2025
February was a pretty volatile month in the US on the federal level, so we’re rounding up the latest news on where funding for apprenticeships, workforce development, and Pell grants for short-term programs currently stand. Quite a few studies were released this month on how AI is affecting tech jobs — Spoiler alert: software engineering fundamentals aren’t being “replaced” as quickly as the ...
Jess Feldman
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Updated February 13, 2025
As artificial intelligence becomes essential across industries, professionals must develop AI fluency to stay competitive. To help meet this demand, the University of South Florida CTPE, in partnership with Springboard, is offering a Generative AI for Business certificate course designed to upskill professionals in AI-driven problem-solving. This 8-week, online program equips students with ha...
Jess Feldman
Jess Feldman
Updated July 15, 2025
Ready to launch a tech career in 2025? To get a better sense of the trends that shaped 2024 and what to expect in 2025, we spoke with Ashley Ramos, a Career Success Lead at Springboard. Ashley shares insights on how job-seekers navigated the challenges of 2024 with the support of Springboard and offers expert tips for standing out in the tech job market in 2025. Whether you’re preparing for y...
Jess Feldman
Jess Feldman
Updated January 02, 2025
With the introduction of AI, 2024 saw companies and bootcamps working quickly to help workers acquire the needed skill set. Over the course of 2024, Online Program Managers (OPMs) saw major shake-ups with a key OPM’s sudden exit and suggested federal regulation folding. We’re closing 2024 with renewed funding for VET TEC on the horizon, and trends like skills-based hiring becoming more ingrai...
Jess Feldman
Jess Feldman
Updated January 02, 2025
December saw a shakeup for Online Program Managers (OPMs) with the shuttering of a major player in the university bootcamp space. The Dole Act (which includes funding for VET TEC) cleared the Senate, so there’s hope that VET TEC funding will again be available in 2025. Get the latest insights on making a career change now from an AWS expert and four recent bootcamp graduates, plus learn about...
Jess Feldman
Jess Feldman
Updated April 03, 2025
Rather than quitting a job to make a career change into tech, many are taking advantage of the flexibility of a part-time bootcamp. In this exclusive alumni panel, we spoke with bootcamp graduates from Tech Elevator, Springboard, General Assembly, and Careerist to find out how a part-time bootcamp helped them successfully transition into tech. From what they learned in a part-time bootcamp to...
Jess Feldman
Jess Feldman
Updated November 27, 2024
This November, the Dole Act passed the House, which is a major step towards funding for VET TEC again. We’ll let you know about a $2M grant for a bootcamp focused on low-income career changers, an OPM that acquired another OPM, and where the U.S. currently stands with Pell grants for short-term programs. Find out the latest on skills-based hiring trends, and all of the new coding bootcamps th...

Springboard Alumni Reviews Summary

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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. 1,742 Springboard alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed Springboard on Course Report - you should start there!

Is Springboard legit?

We let alumni answer that question. 1,742 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, 💰Course Report readers can take $2,000 off Springboard tuition for Software Engineering, Cybersecurity, and Data Science Career Tracks. Just use promo code SUMMER2025CR to automatically take $2,000 off tuition. 

Can I read Springboard reviews?

You can read 1,742 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.

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