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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.

1,722 Springboard Reviews

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  • Gupta Kumar
    Gupta Kumar
    Graduate • Data Science Career Track • Online
    Apr 16, 2020
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    FreeLancer

    If you accept starting with Springboard be ready for 
    -- No job assistance(You will have to find job yourself)
    -- 6 months job guarantee is a liar.
    -- There are lots of unemployment SP alumni.
    -- 30 min mentor time once a week is not sufficient and satisfying.
     
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  • Chris Jiang
    Chris Jiang
    Data Analytics Career Track • Online
    Apr 13, 2020
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    Springboard - Data Analytics Track

    I jumped in looking to start a new career and real world experience in terms of the tasks. I met a great mentor who was there to help me all the way and a very supportive team that is there to make sure you succeed the course. Overall great experience
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  • Sean Forquer
    Sean Forquer
    Student • UI / UX Design Career Track • Online
    Apr 10, 2020
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    Great Foundation and Application to UX

    From the mentors to the progression of course content, I felt Springboard was the best camp I could've selected to learn the essentials of UX and product design. What made the course so great was its see-then-do approach to learning, where you would learn course material in the units before directly applying them to your capstone project. It is also a case of getting out what you put in where Springboard and the mentors give each student all of the tools necessary to be great and it's up...
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  • Shaifali Tyagi
    Shaifali Tyagi
    Graduate • Data Analytics Career Track • Online
    Apr 06, 2020
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    Easy to understand curriculum and helpful in upgrading skills

    " I would highly recommend springboard best bootcamp for those going for a career change"  I had a wonderful experience at springboard as: 
    • It was helpful for me to understand the basics of analytics and upgrading my skills.
    • Well matched mentor was one of the best practice that springboard does.
    • 1:1 mentor calls helped me throughout my course.
    • Real life case studies helped me to understand concepts more clearly and use them in practice.
    • J...
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  • Tom
    Tom
    Graduate • Data Science Career Track • Online
    Apr 03, 2020
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    Worth the Pain and Suffering

     Springboard Review 

    Positives:  ·        Mentorship  By far the biggest strength of Springboard, so big that others have copied it. My mentor was just the person I had craved for a long time in my educational career: smart, good people skills, and accountable. I learned as much from him as I did in my Master’s program. The 30 minutes a week were invaluable and gave me insights I would not have found on my own. 
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  • Bhargavsinh Ravalji
    Bhargavsinh Ravalji
    Graduate • Data Science Career Track • Online
    Mar 25, 2020
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    Data science career track

    I had great experience with mentor and creating two capstone projects to explore Data science skills.
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  • Vivian Tung
    Vivian Tung
    Student • Data Analytics Career Track • Online
    Mar 20, 2020
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    I wanted quick and affordable. And I got it

    I have almost completed the Data Analysis Career Track, and I am grateful for the experience it has given me. 5 months in, I have landed a job in the field. I did come into the program with some experience in excel, python, and sql, but the course was a good refresher and taught me a lot in terms of real world applications and business sense.

    Most valuable parts: 
    - 1-1 weekly mentor calls, monthly career coaching calls
    - in depth case studies
    - building your own unique p...
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  • Samantha Tarpinian
    Samantha Tarpinian
    Graduate • UX Career Track • Online
    Mar 17, 2020
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    UX Design Career Track

    Pivoting careers can be scary, and with so many bootcamp programs out in the market today for UX/UI Design programs, I was considering several UX Design bootcamps. After speaking with past alumni from those several bootcamps, I couldn't discovered that Springboard was the right fit for me. It accommodated those who already had a full time job, while supporting you with mentorship, program community, career coaches, and a hands on student advisor. I personally had a wonderful experience w...
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  • John Lizaso
    John Lizaso
    Graduate • Digital Marketing Career Track • Online
    Mar 05, 2020
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    Self motivation will make the course wort lhnit

    Well designed course made sure it covers all areas of digital marketing. Assignments prepares you for real life situations and projects. Also coaching calls and mentor were extremely helpful. My only con are mentor calls can be too short.
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  • Hang Su
    Hang Su
    Student • UX Career Track • Online
    Mar 02, 2020
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    Springboard brings you to the field well

    I finished a Springboard UX career track course, it was a great experience. I would like to highlight the mentoring experience and Industry Design Project experience. First the mentors you have in the course are helpful,  supportive, I feel they offer extra helps on guiding you into the career track that they don't have to. They care about your thoughts and help you move your thoughts into your capstone project.
    The Industry Design Project is the very best study that SB offers, that i...
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  • Cesar L. Jaitman Labaton
    Cesar L. Jaitman Labaton
    Solutions Engineer • Student • Data Science Career Track • Online
    Feb 26, 2020
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    Great Experience!

    Springboard is well though-out, but there can be some improvements in the overall curriculum (which are being made). 
    Pros:
    - Good support system. Curriculum has a good set of professionals that are able to communicate terms very well. 
    - Mock interview are a good idea and do give you insight of what to expect. They also booster your confidence with the overall process.
    - Capstone projects can be challenging if you decide to put the extra work and do help improve you portfoli...
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  • Diandra Silva
    Diandra Silva
    Student • UX Career Track • Online
    Feb 17, 2020
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    Worth it overall

    You'll complete this course with solid understanding of how to apply UX by the book and your mentor will hopefully fill in the context of how things work in real companies. In my experience, the 1:1 mentorship was what made the experience worth it. 
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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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Jess Feldman
Jess Feldman
Updated May 02, 2025
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Updated March 03, 2025
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Updated April 03, 2025
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Springboard Alumni Reviews Summary

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4.7
Curriculum
4.5
Job Assistance
4.4
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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. 1,722 Springboard alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed Springboard on Course Report - you should start there!

Is Springboard legit?

We let alumni answer that question. 1,722 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 1,722 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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