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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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  • Eric Rivera
    Eric Rivera
    UX Designer • Graduate • UI / UX Design Career Track • Online
    May 13, 2021
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    Springboard helped me transition from Bartender to UX Designer

    My experience with Springboard was overall really great. It is competitively priced and one of the longer boot camps out there (9 months). The self-paced model is definitely not for everyone, but it allowed me the flexibility I needed to continue working full-time as a bartender while learning UX and building my portfolio. The curriculum is compiled of articles created by Springboard and curated from around the internet, as well as exercises that build into capstones that can be utilized...
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  • Ella Moyer
    Ella Moyer
    UX Designer • Graduate • UX Career Track • Online
    May 13, 2021
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    UX Design Career Track Review

    Springboard’s mentor-led UX career track is so in-depth, engaging and challenging. I loved the content in the curriculum and the projects I had the opportunity to work on. I was set up for career success and landed a great job even before finishing the coursework!
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  • Brandon
    Brandon
    Graduate • Data Analytics Career Track • Online
    May 13, 2021
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    A Good Foundation

    The Springboard curriculum is well organized and put together. It covers key concepts like statistics, economics, Microsoft Excel, Tableau, Power BI, SQL and Python. The community and mentor help are definitely valuable resources. The one thing I wish could have been a bit better were the projects. I felt like a lot of the resources were too much handholding, I feel like I could have progressed faster and learned a little more with a bit more rigorous projects.
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  • Geraldo Gomes
    Geraldo Gomes
    Software Engineer • Graduate • Software Engineering Career Track • Online
    May 10, 2021
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    Amazing Experience

    The curriculum and the mentorship are amazing. I got an offer less than 1 week after I graduated. I learned both FrontEnd and BackEnd skills that I will use every day on my new job and I feel confident that I can do a good job even though it will be my first job in the field.
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  • Richa Sethi
    Richa Sethi
    Graduate • Data Science Career Track • Online
    May 04, 2021
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    Helped me transition into data science

    Pros:
    - Curated program that gives a great structure to your learning
    - Invaluable 1:1 mentoring sessions with industry experts
    - Best in class career coaches who help you get job ready
    - Lots of opportunities to network with present students and alumni
    - Highly responsive staff members

    Cons:
    - Not all the topics are in depth; one needs to use other resources to get a better understanding of the subject
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  • Kevin Tran
    Kevin Tran
    Graduate • Data Analytics Career Track • Online
    May 04, 2021
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    Good Experience for a Resume

    The Data Analytics Career Track overall was a great experience that helps you get your feet wet in data analytics, presentation, and cleansing including many other skills that are great things that you can add to a resume. I studied Economics and IT in college and when going through the earlier units in this course, I felt that they were repetitive for me. For the SQL and Python units, I learned a lot of things that were good to know but not necessarily will be helpful to a data analyst ...
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  • Angad Pfuetzner
    Angad Pfuetzner
    Graduate • Data Science Career Track • Online
    May 03, 2021
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    Great Program

    The springboard data science career track has a great curriculum that I feel really prepared me for my job hunt. The career coaches are great and really help nail down your resume and linkedIn profile to ensure you have the best chances at getting a job after completion.
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  • Felix Offei
    Felix Offei
    Graduate • Data Science Career Track • Online
    May 01, 2021
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    Data Science Career Track

    Had an awesome experience, the curriculum was engaging and thought provoking. My mentor was the best, he showed excellent knowledge and experience and helped me brainstorm project ideas for my capstone. The career coaches are always available to help with resume and updating LinkedIn profiles to match the job market.
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  • Jazmin Sifuentes
    Jazmin Sifuentes
    Graduate • UX Career Track • Online
    Apr 30, 2021
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    UX Design Career Track Program

    I had an amazing experience at this bootcamp. Curriculum was easy to follow and instructors are very helpful. Anyone looking for this type of bootcamp, well here it is!
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  • Michael Miller
    Michael Miller
    UI/UX Designer • Graduate • UI / UX Design Career Track • Online
    Apr 27, 2021
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    UI/UX Design Career Track Bootcamp

    My experience with Springboard was extremely educational and balanced.  Heading out into the working world, I feel prepared with all of the knowledge and tools that I need to stand out amidst the crowd and am confident I can find the job that I want.  

    Overall I think Springboard is a wonderful program and well worth the time spent.  However, it should be known that I found the estimated time to complete the course to be far from reality.  I was told it would take 9 months at 3hrs...
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  • akanksha kikani
    akanksha kikani
    Graduate • UX Design • Online
    Apr 26, 2021
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    UX design

    I sign up for the UX design track in August 2020. This is a 6 monthly course and needs to give 25 hours every week for study and lots of readings. The beginning of this course was overwhelming for me as there were so many theories, articles, and mini assignments. But once you start the capstone projects, it all seems to be very helpful in the project. 
    1:1 mentor call was the major thing I chose this course in Springboard over other boot camps available for UX design. Also, unlimited ...
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  • Michael Weyrich
    Michael Weyrich
    Graduate • Data Analytics Career Track • Online
    Apr 25, 2021
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    Data Analytics Career Track

    I spent about 6 months working through the data analytics career track, where I developed technical skills in advanced Excel, Tableau, Power BI, SQL, and Python techniques. The course also develops skills in problem solving, presenting to different audiences, and networking. 

    Pros: 
    - 1 on 1 mentor support
    - support team for when you get stuck on assignments
    - structured curriculum that shows progress
    - work at your own pace
    - networking/job search support team upon...
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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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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. 1,722 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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