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.
Overall I found the coursework for Data Science Intensive to be very comprehensive covering different aspects. What I found most beneficial was the mentor support and online community. Thanks to my mentor I explored a completely new domain for my capstone project and was really excited to learn something new.
The career assitance that is now available is a great addition to the program.
I was attracted to this program because at the time in 2015, and I think still now though to a lesser extent, it was doing something innovative by creating a curriculum of the "best of the best" content from around the web, then pairing that with weekly mentor check-ins plus opportunity to have regular Google Hangouts sessions to ask more questions in. The mentor sessions were adequate, but felt too short at 30 minutes, and were somewhat undirected. If I were to start this now (or proceed ...
I was attracted to this program because at the time in 2015, and I think still now though to a lesser extent, it was doing something innovative by creating a curriculum of the "best of the best" content from around the web, then pairing that with weekly mentor check-ins plus opportunity to have regular Google Hangouts sessions to ask more questions in. The mentor sessions were adequate, but felt too short at 30 minutes, and were somewhat undirected. If I were to start this now (or proceed to the next level), I would want to do more to help structure the sessions to get the most out of them. The content was definitely good, though: it took me a bit of additional study to feel like I'd truly mastered some of the content, but having a guided tour through it has definitely been great to have as a foundation for that study. I would recommend this experience to someone who is willing to put in the time and be proactive about managing the mentor experience to get the most out of it.
I decided to take this UX Design course as a refresher before getting back on the job market. After having spent a year on maternity leave and another year off two years ago as well, I wasn't as confident coming back to work, where my company had hired 4 new designers since my departure. My full-time job being a web designer, I felt I needed something new that I could bring to the team, both for securing my position along with giving myself an edge above the other designers.
I wa...
I decided to take this UX Design course as a refresher before getting back on the job market. After having spent a year on maternity leave and another year off two years ago as well, I wasn't as confident coming back to work, where my company had hired 4 new designers since my departure. My full-time job being a web designer, I felt I needed something new that I could bring to the team, both for securing my position along with giving myself an edge above the other designers.
I was very nervous coming back to work, but now I am more confident than ever. I know that what I have learned in Springboard's UX Design course will help me make the right design decisions going forward.
Can't say enough good things! I had the pleasure of meeting the springboard team in person. Everyone is super friendly and they really want their students to succeed. Highly recommend!
Great intro to UX Design. I loved that they pair you with a mentor and you get weekly video chat calls with them. Very helpful for feedback and keeping you accountable in the course. The curriculum was set up well and the course is self-paced so it's up to you on how fast or slow you want to go through it. Overall great experience!
Springboard was a great course that helped me to get a start, and more importantly, stick with starting my UX training and potential career path. Highly recommend the course.
You will be delighted to see what you are able to produce by the end of the course
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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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