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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 Money-Back 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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  • Evan Zhang
    Evan Zhang
    Student • UI / UX Design Career Track • Online
    Apr 04, 2023
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    Helpful, amazing, supportive

    This program was really helpful for anyone beginning a career change! The overall support from mentors and other advisors was greatly appreciated. There was a lot of great projects and content for those who are trying to learn how the design processes. I would highly recommend to anyone.
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  • Matt Gargiulo
    Matt Gargiulo
    Graduate • Data Science Career Track • Online
    Apr 01, 2023
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    Reviewing Springboards Data Science Boot Camp

    Overall, this course is fantastic if you find yourself looking to switch careers like I did. Beforehand, I had some experience with SQL but none with python, machine learning, or really any data science. At the end of the day, I feel comfortable apply, interviewing, and actually doing the work for any intro/ mid-tier data science job. 
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  • John Paschall Wand
    John Paschall Wand
    Graduate • Cyber Security Career Track • Online
    Apr 01, 2023
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    It's a lot to take in, in a short amount of time, but it's all worth it in the end!

    This program is pretty intense and you have to keep yourself on a pretty good routine to stay up with the lectures and projects. The student community, advising, mentorship and career coaching were great. Being new to all this, it was nice knowing there was always somewhere to turn when I had questions about any aspect of the program. If you are serious about learning a new skill or making a career change, this is a great way to get there! 
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  • Rehan Ahmad
    Rehan Ahmad
    Data analyst • Graduate • Data Analytics Career Track • Online
    Mar 28, 2023
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    Challenging but positive experience

    Springboard's Data Analytics Bootcamp has exceeded my expectations, offering a comprehensive curriculum covering essential data analysis skills, invaluable one-to-one mentorship, and career support, making it a worthwhile investment despite its relatively high cost. Although it is self-paced, it offers flexibility in time management, and the job guarantee program is reassuring, though the limited networking opportunities are a minor drawback. Overall, I highly recommend this bootcamp to ...
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  • Stephanie Mackin
    Stephanie Mackin
    Graduate • Software Engineering Career Track • Online
    Mar 28, 2023
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    Comprehensive and Educational

    Springboard was a good self-paced online option for beginners.  I went in with zero knowledge about coding or software engineering and I feel as though I am leaving with a really good overall knowledge of full stack development.  

    I felt as though the materials were good and easy to follow and understand, but there was only one instructor for every single lesson and section and it did become quite monotonous.   There is support offered from the TA staff which is helpful and also t...
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  • Lucy Paul
    Lucy Paul
    Ux design • Graduate • UI / UX Design Career Track • Online
    Mar 22, 2023
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    Wonderful online learning with mentors

    Springboard was a fantastic way to learn UX/UI design at my own pace. You have the opportunity to connect with career coaches and mentors as much as you need to. You also complete 4 big projects that are used as your portfolio when you are finished with the program. 
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  • Talia Chakraborty
    Talia Chakraborty
    Graduate • UI / UX Design Career Track • Online
    Mar 21, 2023
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    An excellent program for self-driven learners

    Springboard is an excellently curated program for people who are motivated enough to learn independently. It's true that a lot of the material can be found for free online, but there's so much information online that it would be hard to curate only high quality materials as they have. There was one part of the course that was a learn along video mini course, and there were a few challenges like this as well. I wish they would incorporate more of those, as most of the material is article ...
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  • Reenu Dhanda
    Reenu Dhanda
    UX designer • Graduate • UI / UX Design Career Track • Online
    Mar 15, 2023
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    Life changing experience

    Springboard UI/UX design track was a very fulfilling and mind-blowing experience. I started this course to have a career change, and It provided me with so much in-depth information to be successful in this career. I started without experience creating a beautiful portfolio with four different case studies. I finished this course in a year more than it says in the course. The course provides multiple pauses and breaks if you feel overwhelmed and have family emergencies. I took breaks and...
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  • Neda Jafarzadeh
    Neda Jafarzadeh
    Graduate • Data Analytics Career Track • Online
    Mar 15, 2023
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    Great course

    This program is great .Springboard give me self confident and they prepared me for getting my first job as a data analyst. They taught me lots of skills to succeed. 
    I've improved my skill and  I highly recommend Springboard. they care of you and help you in this way.student support team are extremely professional and supportive.
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  • Marlo Lawrence
    Marlo Lawrence
    UI/UX Designer • Graduate • UI / UX Design Career Track • Online
    Mar 15, 2023
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    Amazing and thorough

    Best experience could have had!  Mentors, hiring managers, student support, career services and everyone are professional and knowledgeable. Springboard has the whole system down!  From start to finish you are supported and taught everything you need to start a career. 
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  • Maya Mohan
    Maya Mohan
    Graduate • Data Analytics Career Track • Online
    Mar 14, 2023
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    Great career transition!

    Very thorough curriculum, consistent mentorship, and great career support... Would highly recommend for people transitioning in their career! Lead us through the curriculum and process very methodically
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  • sara saberi
    sara saberi
    Student • UX Career Track • Online
    Mar 13, 2023
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    Career Coaches stood out the most to me!

    Definitely had a positive experience with Springboard. 
    My mentor, career coaches, and student support team are extremely professional and supportive. Students are all talented and I worked with some real talents on the internship project. My only wish is for the curriculum to be more specific and up to date as technology is growing too fast. 
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  • Michelle Torres
    Michelle Torres
    Immersive Product Designer • Graduate • UI / UX Design Career Track • Online
    Mar 12, 2023
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    Good introduction to the industry but..

    The best part of this program for me was the mentorship. The curriculum is definitely something you could learn on your own just by seeking the information online. Being able to get feedback from my mentor was incredibly helpful and he asked questions that allowed me to start thinking like a designer. I wish they had more industry design projects since the one thing that I was told in interviews was that I had a “good design eye” but lacked experience. My career coach was also great in h...
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  • Danielle Medeiros
    Danielle Medeiros
    Graduate • Software Engineering Career Track • Online
    Mar 10, 2023
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    Springboard was a great fit for my learning style

    Deciding factors for choosing Springboard:

    • After trying to map out my learning journey, I was very overwhelmed and decided a bootcamp would provide the structure I needed to have a well-rounded base education.
    • I knew I needed a bootcamp with flexibility.  Prior to joining, and throughout the course, I was working through the burn out of my previous career, and needed to also work on my personal and mental health.  The in person / virtual bootcamps I looked into had...
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  • Alexandra Schoenberg
    Alexandra Schoenberg
    Student • Data Science Career Track • Online
    Mar 10, 2023
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    Self-reliant success

    This program is great - comprehensive, thorough, logical, and well-designed. If you are able to be self-motivated and manage your own milestones/progress/education, you can gain a ton. They will definitely not be micromanaging you at any point, so it's something to be aware of if you work better with more oversight. I found that support and guidance was available when needed, but that ultimately I had to answer most of my own questions for myself (which is a good learning experience, in ...
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  • Sam Perry
    Sam Perry
    Graduate • UI / UX Design Career Track • Online
    Mar 10, 2023
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    Excellent, friendly, innovative

    Springboard is a great schooling experience for self starters who are looking for career advancement. Everyone I spoke with whether it be a mentor, advisor or job coach approached their job with passion and empathy and excitement for my design and growth. 
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  • Roseline Telfort
    Roseline Telfort
    Graduate • Data Analytics Career Track • Online
    Mar 07, 2023
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    Springboard’s Data Analytic Career track

    I recently completed the Springboard Data Analytic program and I am a happy student. The program and curriculum are wonderful. In the beginning, you’re learning new terminology and concepts thus will feel overwhelmed but once you get adjusted to the business and technology lingo with the support that is provided by the mentors weekly study sessions, other students, and the curriculum, it makes the material understandable. From thinking with a business mindset, to Excel, Economics, Power ...
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  • Melissa Geldmyer
    Melissa Geldmyer
    UX Product Designer • Graduate • UI / UX Design Career Track • Online
    Mar 07, 2023
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    Effective UX/UI Bootcamp Experience

    I finished the UX/UI bootcamp last year, and had a really positive experience throughout. My mentor and other staff connections were very helpful and informative. The content was easily digestible and I saw them continuously improving upon the program experience throughout the duration of my course. Springboard does a good job bringing the educational  foundation to students and provides an opportunity to use that education in a real world setting (namely though the IDP). I had an abunda...
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  • Katin Lind
    Katin Lind
    Data Scientist • Graduate • Data Science Career Track • Online
    Mar 06, 2023
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    Expertly designed curriculum

    The focus on self-paced projects not only leaves you with a strong portfolio but helped me learn in an integrated manner so that I feel I truly understand core concepts in the field of data science. Some frustrating glitches with curriculum access along the way, but these were always resolved through a super strong support community. 
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  • Monica Kwong
    Monica Kwong
    UX/UI • Graduate • UI / UX Design Career Track • Online
    Mar 05, 2023
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    Great experience but a bit challenging

    I had a great experience with Springboard. I was stuck between Springboard Vs. Design lab when I was choosing which bootcamp to work with and decided on Springboard because they offered weekly mentorship, real life experience (industry project) you work with for 4 weeks, and excellent communication with the career help/advising. For anyone who is switching careers or looking to find a good program I would definitely recommend Springboard. I enjoyed the mentorship.  The challenging part w...
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Springboard Alumni Reviews Summary

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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 5 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. 1,763 Springboard alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed Springboard on Course Report - you should start there!

Is Springboard legit?

We let alumni answer that question. 1,763 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, 💰Course Report readers can take $2,000 off Springboard tuition for Software Engineering, Cybersecurity, and Data Science Career Tracks. Just use promo code CR2000SB to automatically take $2,000 off tuition. 

Can I read Springboard reviews?

You can read 1,763 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.

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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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