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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.

1,723 Springboard Reviews

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  • Shamsia Muhsin
    Shamsia Muhsin
    Data Analytics Career Track • Online
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    Jul 07, 2021
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    Data analytics

    The program is challenging and teaches a lot of key skills. Mentors working with you 1:1 weekly allows you to learn and improve based on your individual skill and need. Projects provide you with practical experience and a portfolio. Career skills are integrated to help you along the way. Career Coaches are helpful to target your search.
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  • Jordy Ruiz
    Personal Banker • Student • Data Science Career Track Prep • Online
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    Jun 27, 2021
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    Data science career track prep course

    Amazing opportunity and well-organized material to learn more about data science. highly recommended 
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  • Ryan Paik
    Graduate • Data Science Career Track • Online
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    Jun 25, 2021
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    Great experience

    Springboard does an amazing job providing you resources needed to make a career change. The strongest resources they provided was a mentor, who has great experience as a data scientist as well as career coaches to help you find your new path. The only area that can be strengthened is the curriculum itself. I felt that there are areas I wish I was tested more often such as Python or SQL to develop a stronger foundational skill. Springboard does well accommodating to your needs such as pau...
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  • Dallin Gleed
    Graduate • Data Analytics Career Track • Online
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    Jun 22, 2021
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    Great program!

    The course was great! I liked that there was mentorship integrated into it. I got a mentor that I would meet with weekly and they would help you out. But in some of my cases, I would have a problem during the week and I couldn't reach my mentor. Luckily, Springboard has an unlimited mentorship where you can schedule to meet with one of their other mentor's whose main job is to help you out, and in some cases, you can see them as early as the same day. There is also a good slack community...
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  • Kristin
    Compliance analyst • Data Analytics Career Track • Online
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    Jun 22, 2021
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    Data Analytics

    I had an arts degree, basic skills from the free codecademy python, and some experience in customer service. I did not think this would be successful, and thought that at best I'd get a job and at minimum I would get my money back and a bunch of new skills. Now, 4 days after I completed the course, I'm being hired at a dream company making almost double what I was making before. 
    This may or may not happen to you. All I can say is, you have nothing to lose. You either do it and get th...
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  • Tessa Veto
    UX/UI Designer • Graduate • UI / UX Design Career Track • Online
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    Jun 21, 2021
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    Accommodating and Thorough

    I loved my Springboard experience! The program is self led, and you work with a weekly mentor to receive feed back and keep yourself on track. When I was diagnosed with ADHD in the middle of the program, I asked for and promptly received an extension accommodation that allowed me to finish strong. 
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  • Sahar Shakoori
    Graduate • UX Career Track • Online
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    Jun 18, 2021
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    UX Career Track Experience

    I started off my journey through Springboard during the cusp of the COVID pandemic. Although that lead to many hardships I could never have predicted, I always knew that I had the support of my mentor and the Springboard Team. My student advisor(s) were always very easy to talk to and get ahold of during these hardships. They allow for a couple of pauses that I definitely took advantage of as they allowed me to collect myself, take breaks, and be easy on myself.  During these times, taki...
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  • Max Von Luehrte
    Graduate • Data Analytics Career Track • Online
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    Jun 18, 2021
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    Data Analytics Career Track

    This course was a fantastic learning experience for me, it not only helped me hone my skills in Python, Tableau, and Excel but also made me feel much more comfortable with what a data analyst actually does. My mentor gave me real world knowledge to see what his job is like, and always had answers to my questions. On top of his support there are chats, career mentors, and office hours all to support your education. SpringBoard is set up very well and lets you gain a lot of new knowledge. ...
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  • Cody
    UI/UX Designer • Graduate • UI / UX Design Career Track • Online
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    Jun 17, 2021
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    UI/UX Design Career Track

    Completing Springboard's UI/UX Design Career Track was one of the best decisions for my career! I feel equipped with the skills and confidence to succeed in my new  role. The 1x1 mentorship, career advice, hiring manager reviews etc were incredibly valuable. Throughout the course I was regularly given constructive feedback that would later help me land my dream job. I now have a job that I love, doing something I love and I nearly doubled my annual salary! I highly recommend Springboard'...
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  • Kyle Stoudt
    Graduate • Data Science Career Track Prep • Online
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    Jun 14, 2021
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    Data Science Career Track Prep Course

    Great introduction to Data Science
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  • James Michael Cahal
    Software Developer • Graduate • Software Engineering Career Track • Online
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    Jun 14, 2021
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    Great Program to receive the skills and experience you need to start your career!

    This program was a great fit for me. Coming from a career background of education and music, breaking into the developer world was daunting. Through the mentorship, curriculum and job support components of Springboard I was able to learn the skills and experience to forge a path towards a career in web development while maintaining a full time job. Now, this was not easy and presented some challenges when it comes to balancing a demanding full time job with Springboard's innovative and r...
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  • Michaella Phillips
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    Jun 03, 2021
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    Amazing professional development

    I was so happy that my husband pushed me to join Springboard. I really benefitted from the mentorship and the career services help. I think. I would have done well using other cheaper options to get into this industry but the career services and mentor program were what made me sign up to begin with. 
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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
Updated May 02, 2025
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Springboard Alumni Reviews Summary

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4.7
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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. 1,723 Springboard alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed Springboard on Course Report - you should start there!

Is Springboard legit?

We let alumni answer that question. 1,723 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 1,723 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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