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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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  • Charlie Fan
    Student • Software Engineering Career Track • Online
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    Dec 09, 2021
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    Great mentor and advisor experience

    Prior to enrollment, I favored Springboard because they seemed to offer the best bang for the buck -- their syllabus covered as much or more than other bootcamps and also promised to help with career strategies (interviewing, prepping, algorithms, etc). Having just completed their 9 month Software Engineering track, I am glad I went with them.

    Be forewarned, this track covers a lot of material! As with anything tech related, you'll likely find the material covered for free elsewhe...
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  • NP
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    Nov 29, 2021
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    Data Scientist

    The course was intensive and helped me prepare for the job market. I have gotten many opportunities since then.
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  • Matt Curtin
    UX Designer • Graduate • UI / UX Design Career Track • Online
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    Nov 28, 2021
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    Great course; a lot of work

    I really liked the program, especially working with the mentors. The mentors, career coaches, and other support staff were all very knowledgeable. It's important to acknowledge that this program does take a lot of time, and requires you to be highly self-motivated. They give you everything you need to succeed, but you will only get out as much as you put in. I researched several different programs before deciding on Springboard and I'm glad I did; ultimately, the mentor experience was in...
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  • Pritisha Kumar
    Software Developer • Student • Software Engineering Career Track • Online
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    Nov 28, 2021
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    Great lectures and career switch

    Engaging lectures, good advice, convenient and well rounded course layout, but ultimately I need to do the studying and applying to jobs. But it was the only bootcamp at the time to offer a job guarantee to non US students. I would highly recommend!
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  • Noah Scanlon
    Graduate • Data Science Career Track • Online
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    Nov 18, 2021
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    Data Science Career Student

    PROS: Totally online, great curriculum, expert mentorship, really helpful career coaching, and helpful events.
    CONS: Totally online, so the human element of learning and socializing while gaining skills isn’t there so much. It happens through Skype / Zoom / Slack, but if you want to have informal random chats with peers or mentors as you pass by them and everyone’s definitely at the same part of the curriculum, that won’t happen here.
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  • Trent Leslie
    Student • Data Science Career Track • Online
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    Nov 12, 2021
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    Great career support, no regrets!

    While the technical data science curriculum with Springboard is outstanding by combining Datacamp with dozens of hand-selected resources online, there are endless resources online for learning the technical aspects of data science and machine learning. If you just want to learn the technical side of data science, just get a Datacamp membership.

    However, if you want to take your professional career to the next level, join Springboard. Weekly mentor calls hold you accountable with t...
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  • Sonia Sanchez
    Graduate • UI / UX Design Career Track • Online
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    Nov 09, 2021
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    UX/UI Design Career Track Bootcamp

    I had a great experience in UX/UI Design bootcamp at Springboard! I highly recommend this bootcamp for anyone looking to shift careers. I signed up for the Design Career track, as this includes career calls after the course to help you find a full time position. When I was deciding on a UX/UI bootcamp, I was hesitant to sign up for a longer/more expensive bootcamp, but am very glad I went with Springboard. Here are some of the key reasons why:

    The weekly mentor (an industry profe...
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  • Neha Navni
    Graduate • UX Career Track • Online
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    Nov 08, 2021
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    UX Design Career Track

    The Springboard program does a great job to creating a "springboard" into the UX Design Field. You are taught the fundamentals of the industry and provided coaching along the way. The industry design project is the most valuable aspect to the course, as you have a chance at really industry work and experience. Overall wonderful program, people, and content. 
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  • Philip Jung
    UI/UX Designer • Graduate • UI / UX Design Career Track • Online
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    Nov 05, 2021
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    GREAT CHOICE!!!

    It's hard to find a Bootcamp that cares. I won't mention the other one I almost took, but let's just say that the mentor I would have been working with for the duration of my time, IMMEDIATELY gave off vibes of wanting to get off the initial call once 30 minutes had gone by and it rhymed with Splinterfaction Resign Crownbation. Again, don't want to mention names. 

    Then I came across Springboard, as skeptical as ever and was given a list of mentors to choose from and have an initia...
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  • Ayumi Williams
    Apparel designer • Online
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    Nov 04, 2021
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    UX Design course

    I started back in April 6 months ago and I finally completed my course.
    I had full-time job as apparel designer for the day 9-5 and helping my daughter's home school so I had already my plate full and I am so proud of myself finishing this UX design course now !! 
    I have learned so many new exciting skills and they really help you to build great portfolio.
    so I am already getting many calls for interviews already !! My mentor was very detail oriented and very helpful for me to l...
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  • Jason Lor
    Financial Analyst • Student • Data Analytics Career Track • Online
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    Oct 22, 2021
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    Data Analytics

    Honestly, I don't see any cons with Springboard. Staff is great and mentors are fantastic. When they say that the mentors are experts in the field, they mean it. The pros that I felt are note worthy are flexibility, mentors are VERY knowledgably and helpful, Springboard site is very easy to navigate, and Springboard does a great job at keeping track of your progress. Many bootcamps have great offers but not the flexibility. I was not ready to drop my job to go back to school. Springboard...
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  • Gavin Eldridge
    Gavin Eldridge
    Software Engineer • Graduate • Software Engineering Career Track • Online
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    Oct 21, 2021
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    Excellent Course Overall

    I am a recent Springboard grad with 2 years of experience studying Computer Science in college prior. I decided that I'd prefer to learn in a safer and more secure format with Springboard's job guarantee than potentially not get hired post college and be drowning in student loans -- even though tech is definitely a field in which most will do absurdly well financially. When everything is already online, you really don't miss out on much in comparison to university. College really only ha...
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  • Tech Sales Career Track (Online)
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  • Data Science Career Track (Online)
  • Data Analytics Career Track (Online)
  • UI / UX Design Career Track (Online)
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FAQs

How much does Springboard cost?

Springboard costs around $11,900. 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 7 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. 1,686 Springboard alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed Springboard on Course Report - you should start there!

Is Springboard legit?

We let alumni answer that question. 1,686 Springboard alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed Springboard and rate their overall experience a 4.62 out of 5.

Does Springboard offer scholarships or accept the GI Bill?

Yes, 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 1,686 reviews of Springboard on Course Report! Springboard alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed Springboard and rate their overall experience a 4.62 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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