Springboard
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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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- Michael WalkerGraduate • Data Science Career Track • OnlineVerified by LinkedInNov 26, 2024Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Good Course Better Career Prep
• My background in physics, research, and engineering helped me feel well-prepared for the course.
• While a strong foundation in math was beneficial, it wasn’t absolutely critical for success.
• The course material was engaging, especially during the early stages.
• Machine learning was taught through a hands-on approach, starting with simple concepts and scaling up to complex implementations.
• Worked on three capstone projects, gaining valuable experience in finding datase...• My background in physics, research, and engineering helped me feel well-prepared for the course.
• While a strong foundation in math was beneficial, it wasn’t absolutely critical for success.
• The course material was engaging, especially during the early stages.
• Machine learning was taught through a hands-on approach, starting with simple concepts and scaling up to complex implementations.
• Worked on three capstone projects, gaining valuable experience in finding datasets, formulating the right questions, and executing the full data science workflow.
• Career services provided excellent support throughout the program.
• Mentorship was a standout feature, providing regular meetings that offered guidance and kept me on track with incremental progress.
At the end of it, I feel humbly confident that I can contribute meaningfully to any data science team. - Raven ThompsonGraduate • UI / UX Design Career Track • OnlineVerified by LinkedInNov 20, 2024Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Satisfactory Bootcamp, Met Expectations
About me: I decided on the bootcamp route because I knew I needed a structured curriculum with my readings and assignments laid out for me. During this process, I worked part time, around 20 hours per week. On average, I studied around 12 hours per week. I completed Springboard’s UX/UI program in just under 10 months.
Pros:- Detailed curriculum covers all the fundamentals of the UX design process. Note that most of the curriculum is made up of free art...About me: I decided on the bootcamp route because I knew I needed a structured curriculum with my readings and assignments laid out for me. During this process, I worked part time, around 20 hours per week. On average, I studied around 12 hours per week. I completed Springboard’s UX/UI program in just under 10 months.
Pros:- Detailed curriculum covers all the fundamentals of the UX design process. Note that most of the curriculum is made up of free articles and Youtube videos that you hypothetically could find yourself, but the benefit is that they’ve saved you time by finding and vetting them for you. Expect to occasionally do your own deep dives, but you'll have a clear roadmap.- Graded assignments give you the chance to practice the skills you're learning and get feedback on where you can improve.- Flexibility. You can go at your own pace, even in your own order to an extent. Although a lot of people didn't finish within the allotted 9 months (it took me 10 and I was ahead of much of my cohort), there were a few options for free extensions baked into the program.- A dedicated mentor with meetings every 1-2 weeks. Note: mileage may vary for this one, but my mentor was awesome. He gave fair critiques of my work, was honest about the state of the design industry right now and what it takes to succeed, and answered my questions thoroughly with examples.- Career coaching during the bootcamp and after completion. Similar to the mentorship situation, it depends on who you get but it's nice to have someone to review your application materials and keep you accountable to your goals.- The Independent Design Project (IDP) is a chance to work with a real company so that you will graduate with real-world experience on your resume. This was one of my main reasons for choosing Springboard, and I definitely found the experience useful.
Cons:- Parts of the curriculum are in need of an update. Some articles are up to 10 years old and, on rare occasions, an article might no longer be available.- The curriculum timelines may throw you off a bit. For example, the suggested amount of time for some assignments doesn't take into account that many people are completely new to the software/topics. I also wish some career portions of the curriculum were switched around, but as mentioned above, you can usually work in whatever order you’d like.- The job guarantee (get your money back if you don't land a job in 6-12 months) is real but the stipulations are very tedious. To remain eligible for the job guarantee, you'll need to 1) complete the course, 2) apply to a certain number of jobs per week following completion, 3) make a certain number of *new* contacts every week and carry out a few informational interviews per month, and 4) prove that you are continuing to upskill.
All in all, although I have some complaints, I have no regrets about going through with the bootcamp. I feel like I have a good foundation to apply for entry/junior level roles. - Juan Gerardo Palacios AcevesStudent • Cyber Security Career Track • OnlineVerified by LinkedInNov 13, 2024Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Structured, Supportive, and Seamless
Pros:
- Job Guarantee: The bootcamp’s job guarantee is a strong incentive. If you meet all the specified requirements, this can provide peace of mind about employment prospects.
- CompTIA Security+ Certification: The program includes preparation for the CompTIA Security+, which is an essential credential in the industry.
- Mentorship: Having a mentor with real-world experience w...
Pros:
- Job Guarantee: The bootcamp’s job guarantee is a strong incentive. If you meet all the specified requirements, this can provide peace of mind about employment prospects.
- CompTIA Security+ Certification: The program includes preparation for the CompTIA Security+, which is an essential credential in the industry.
- Mentorship: Having a mentor with real-world experience was invaluable. They offered advice, resources, and personal insights that made a significant difference.
- Career Coaching: The career calls and coaches were well-informed and dedicated. They genuinely want to help students succeed and are passionate about their roles.
- Course Structure: The structured course kept me accountable, and I don’t think I would have pushed myself as hard without it.
Cons:
- Curriculum: Some areas of the curriculum felt lacking in hands-on experience. While helpful, it was sometimes too theoretical to fully prepare for the job market.
- Outdated Technology in Labs: The live labs can feel outdated, which makes practicing with current tech a challenge.
- Certification Timing: Not receiving the CompTIA Security+ certificate until the end made it hard to fully grasp certain concepts during the modules.
- Content Availability: Some of the material is freely available online (like on YouTube). This approach might save the bootcamp money on instructors but feels less robust for students.
- Isolation & Limited Cohort Interaction: There’s minimal interaction with other cohorts, and the Slack channel is fairly quiet, which can feel isolating.
- Inconvenient Timing for Events: Many events and office hours favor early mornings, making it challenging for those working a 9-5 job alongside the bootcamp.
- Aditi GuptaGraduate • Data Science Career Track • OnlineVerified by LinkedInNov 06, 2024Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Springboard Data Science Career Track Review - From Foundations to Core
The Springboard Data Science Career Track provides a thorough introduction to data science, covering foundational skills before moving into advanced topics. The curriculum includes programming in Python, SQL, and machine learning techniques, as well as mentorship with industry professionals. The course is self-paced, which is ideal for those balancing other commitments, and includes project-based learning, allowing students to build a professional portfolio. - Joseph skokanGraduate • OnlineVerified by LinkedInNov 05, 2024Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Structured, fast-paced- encouraging
I was enrolled at springboard in the Software Engineering Career Track - Foundations to Core. This bootcamp really gave me the tools I needed to get a deep understanding of not just code but what it takes to be a software engineer. From the start in HTML and CSS to incorporating JS and then python. I went from not knowing what html even was to making full stack applications in the realm of cryptocurrency and property management. I made these projects with two completely different stacks...I was enrolled at springboard in the Software Engineering Career Track - Foundations to Core. This bootcamp really gave me the tools I needed to get a deep understanding of not just code but what it takes to be a software engineer. From the start in HTML and CSS to incorporating JS and then python. I went from not knowing what html even was to making full stack applications in the realm of cryptocurrency and property management. I made these projects with two completely different stacks and both we huge achievements for someone who knew so little when I began. The bootcamp gave me the tools to look into other languages as well, such as C, C#, Cobol and Erlang. Honestly springboard fostered an environment of rapid growth and allowed me to explore beyond its walls as well. I would highly recommend them. 
Uvaldo Martinez IIIProcess Assistant (L3) • Student • Software Engineering Career Track • OnlineVerified by GitHubOct 10, 2024Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob AssistanceN/ASpringboard worked well for me
I took/am close to finishing the Web Development course. It focuses on HTML/CSS and Javascript and is tailored toward people new to software development. I have a computer science degree and several years of software development experience, but not in web development. So I took this course to update my skillset.
This course is good for both. It properly explains things, such as, "what is the cloud?", how data is routed around the world wide web, etc. It also discusses many pr...I took/am close to finishing the Web Development course. It focuses on HTML/CSS and Javascript and is tailored toward people new to software development. I have a computer science degree and several years of software development experience, but not in web development. So I took this course to update my skillset.
This course is good for both. It properly explains things, such as, "what is the cloud?", how data is routed around the world wide web, etc. It also discusses many programming concepts and source control. I'm familiar with all those things but most people likely are not.
Where I benefitted, and new web developers will too, is the hands on experience coding up HTML/CSS and Javascript. There are lessons and programming exercises that keep you interested. Your progress is tracked by weekly point status and you have access to TA's and are assigned a mentor to help with technical content. You also have counselors and career advisors to help you navigate through all the other aspects of a new career. My mentor and counselors were excellent.
If you are having difficulty finding a curriculum I suggest you check out the Springboard Software Development Career Program.- Chiwoo LimGraduate • Data Analytics Career Track • OnlineVerified by LinkedInSep 27, 2024Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob AssistanceN/A
Data Analytics Career Track
Overall, I would say my experience with program in its entirety is fairly positive. The highlights of the bootcamp are definitely the mentor support, career mentor support, and the online community that you will be apart of as a student. All those support systems provide lots of insight into the program and also what it is really like to work in this career in real life. Th curriculum itself is not bad, it uses Linkedin Learning and Datacamp to solidify a foundation in coding and using d...Overall, I would say my experience with program in its entirety is fairly positive. The highlights of the bootcamp are definitely the mentor support, career mentor support, and the online community that you will be apart of as a student. All those support systems provide lots of insight into the program and also what it is really like to work in this career in real life. Th curriculum itself is not bad, it uses Linkedin Learning and Datacamp to solidify a foundation in coding and using different software and then is supplemented with multiple projects and assignments for you to practice and improve. Some assignments can be difficult and capstone projects are daunting at first but I was easily able to find direction, guidance, and assistance through my mentor. A con for this course would be that it is basically 100% online and that might be bad for those who have trouble learning remotely. - MALINDA IBERTStudent • Data Analytics Career Track • OnlineVerified by LinkedInJun 20, 2024Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Not worth it
I'm near the end of my program and I can't imagine being less satisfied with my experience at Spring board. With the exception of some members of the career team their staff is entirely unhelpful. I've never spoken to my student advisor despite multiple attempts and I'm working with my second mentor after the first one rushed me off of each call and now my second just doesn't show up. Most of the coursework is not unique to Springboard you're essentially paying a big pricetag for a subsc...I'm near the end of my program and I can't imagine being less satisfied with my experience at Spring board. With the exception of some members of the career team their staff is entirely unhelpful. I've never spoken to my student advisor despite multiple attempts and I'm working with my second mentor after the first one rushed me off of each call and now my second just doesn't show up. Most of the coursework is not unique to Springboard you're essentially paying a big pricetag for a subscription to Linkedin Learning and Datacamp. - Raphael ProphilGraduate • Cyber Security Career Track • OnlineVerified by LinkedInJun 13, 2024Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Amazingly helpful experience
The only cons to the bootcamp are the fact that the labs are simple click and post labs. Outside of this, the resources availble to help grow, amazing mentors with current experience in the field, career coaches with experience in the job market, and full control of how to manage time and generous payment options, all contribute to how amazing Springboard is for anyone getting into cybersecurity. Furthermore, they also prepare you to take the Security + and pay giving you the ultimate st...The only cons to the bootcamp are the fact that the labs are simple click and post labs. Outside of this, the resources availble to help grow, amazing mentors with current experience in the field, career coaches with experience in the job market, and full control of how to manage time and generous payment options, all contribute to how amazing Springboard is for anyone getting into cybersecurity. Furthermore, they also prepare you to take the Security + and pay giving you the ultimate starter kit to embark on your job search. - Clara HewittGraduate • Cyber Security Career Track • OnlineVerified by LinkedInJun 07, 2024Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Comprehensive, Practical, and Career-Boosting"
Springboard’s Cybersecurity Career Track was transformative. The comprehensive curriculum, hands-on projects, and 1-on-1 mentorship prepared me thoroughly for a cybersecurity career. The supportive community and career coaching boosted my confidence and job readiness.
**Pros:**
- Comprehensive curriculum
- Hands-on projects
- 1-on-1 mentorship
- Supportive community
- Effective career coaching
**Cons:**
None - Kevin StiefData Analyst- Wage & Hour • Graduate • Data Analytics Career Track • OnlineVerified by LinkedInMay 24, 2024Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Career-propelling Course
Springboard was a monumental help in getting me into my career as a Data Analyst. The course is a perfect blend between the analytics curriculum and career support which makes the job search upon completion much more manageable. The support from mentors and students is prevalent and helpful to your success in the course. I would recommend any of Springboard's course to anyone who is interested in stepping into a tech-oriented field. - Jennifer LintonGraduate • Data Analytics Career Track • OnlineVerified by LinkedInMay 11, 2024Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Data Analytics Career Track
I was nervous, getting back into an educational program after a miserable time in higher education. However, Springboard turned out to be a good choice – self guided but also with a little bit of oversight, and a Pass/Fail system rather than worrying about grades and additional numbers! That being said, Springboard isn't perfect, and I hope that some of the changes I had mentioned to my mentor over the past 7 months get brought to someone's attention, or get fixed in some way. I do think...I was nervous, getting back into an educational program after a miserable time in higher education. However, Springboard turned out to be a good choice – self guided but also with a little bit of oversight, and a Pass/Fail system rather than worrying about grades and additional numbers! That being said, Springboard isn't perfect, and I hope that some of the changes I had mentioned to my mentor over the past 7 months get brought to someone's attention, or get fixed in some way. I do think that there could be some other review/testing for certain segments instead of pushing it in the end, and some of my external graders/reviewers ended up either making me feel less confident in what I was doing, or simply had unintentionally set me up for failure on a later assignment. However, when I asked for help and when I received it, it was fantastic! Definitely worth it, and I can't wait to see what success this has lined me up for!
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- Tech Sales Career Track (Online)
- 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)
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Updated October 21, 2020
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Updated October 21, 2020
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Updated April 16, 2020
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Updated March 06, 2018
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Updated November 06, 2017
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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. 1,685 Springboard alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed Springboard on Course Report - you should start there!
Is Springboard legit?
We let alumni answer that question. 1,685 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.
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You can read 1,685 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.