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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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  • Patrick Sheegog
    Patrick Sheegog
    Graduate • Online
    Dec 19, 2018
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    UX Design course graduate

    I attended the Springboard UX Design program from September 2017 to April 2018 and had a great experience. I initially started my course in 2016 for three months before pausing the program. Since that time the curriculum was significantly revamped for the better. The strongest aspect of the course are the mentors providing weekly coaching. I had three mentors throughout my Springboard courses, two of which had experience in the game development industry, which was important to me. One of m...

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  • Donnie Meyer
    Donnie Meyer
    Student • Introduction to Data Science • Online
    Dec 15, 2018
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    Intro to Data Science

    I completed the introduction to data science course in 3 months. The course used the R programming language and covered important skills required of data scientist. This included data wrangling, data visualizations, data story telling, probability and statistics, and machine learning. The course also provided career resources. The material in this course was good and I believe I learned a lot. There is also a capstone project you are required to complete. This is where you bring all the sk...

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  • David Burns
    David Burns
    Student • Data Science Career Track • Online
    Dec 14, 2018
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    Data Science Career Track

    This was a great self paced boot camp. I highly recommend anyone serious about learning Data Science and getting help looking for a new job to take this boot camp. 

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  • Alvaro Hu
    Alvaro Hu
    Data Analyst • Graduate • Data Science Career Track • Online
    Dec 11, 2018
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    Taught me more Analysis than Science, but I'm okay with that for now

    Pros

    - Mentor was great. Really guided me and showed me how someone in the field thinks. Also put my name in at the start up that she works at and they hired me as a contractor!

    -Lots of practice on the analytics side. I feel like I'm pretty knowledgeable now

    -Mock interviews and career coaches, especially Allison, were great for preparing for interviews. 

    Cons

    -Was unemployed and finished in 4.5 months. I find it quite hard to believe some...

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  • Michele
    Michele
    UX Designer • Student • UX Design • Online
    Dec 11, 2018
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    Springboard - Great UX Course

    I really enjoyed Springboard's UX course. Over just a few months I learned the whole UX process from start to finish. The mentorship aspect is one thing that really set this program apart for me. It was great to have 1:1 time with a professional in this field. I also really liked that it was at my own pace, as I am already working full time as a UX designer and could only commit so many hours per week. Overall I highly recommend this course to anyone interested in UX.

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  • Ameena Khan
    Ameena Khan
    Data Analyst • Graduate • Data Science Career Track • Online
    Dec 10, 2018
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    Springboard Data Science Career Track

    I had a fantastic experience with Springboard. I took their Introduction to Data Science course in fall of 2017 and their Data Science Career Track course in 2018.  The course was a great alternative to a fully immersive bootcamp, since I wanted something that allowed me to quickly learn the skills required for a Data Scientist while still being able to work my full time job. The course does require a lot of self-discipline in time management since you're working through everything online ...

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  • Crystal Lipscomb
    Crystal Lipscomb
    Product Manager • Graduate • UX Design • Online
    Dec 10, 2018
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    Great introduction into the field of UX.

    I signed up for this course after learning about UX and wanting to make a career change.  Ultimately I chose this school over others because of the access to mentors and flexibility to complete the coursework on my own time.  I was completely new to the field so I wanted mentors to help guide me.  Also I worked full time, so I didn't want to commit to a specific class time every week.  The overall course structure starts with a product idea that you create and walks you through the UX desi...

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  • Jonas
    Jonas
    Graduate • Data Science Career Track • Online
    Dec 10, 2018
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    Great course, would do it again

    I'm very happy I took the Data Science career track, it landed me a job in 5 weeks, was very useful and very flexible.

    PROS:
    It's flexible, with all the contents online, so you can go at your own speed and take time off if needed.
    The contents are complete and wide, well focused onto what the professional world looks for
    There is a lot of support, from TAs, mentors, and career services. Always there when needed
    The exercises are interesting, gaining good insig...

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  • Nazanin
    Nazanin
    Introduction to Data Science • Online
    Dec 06, 2018
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    Springboard Introduction to Data Science

    I started the course with absolutely zero knowledge of data science. I almost didn't even know what it's about it. In almsot a month I was at the point that I knew about Machine Learning techniques and I am so glad I took the course. Since it was online, I had to tune it to my own pace and I really enjoyed the learning process. I had previously taken courses from other online institutes (no names will be mentioned) but I had got nothing out of them sadly (truthfully). Good thing about Spri...

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  • Jonny Peacock
    Jonny Peacock
    Graduate • UX Design • Online
    Dec 05, 2018
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    A great way to study online

    I really enjoyed my course with Springboard. Compared to other bootcamps/online courses I've done they really make an effort through the mentoring and support to genuinely help you get to where you want to be. In my case, I was familiar enough with most UX concepts but hadn't had many opportunities to put them into practice or demonstrate my skills, and wanted to move into UX design as a career.

    To that end, the curriculum was less important to me than the opportunity to work on ...

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  • Chiara
    Chiara
    Student • UX Career Track • Online
    Dec 04, 2018
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    "Springboard UX Design Course -  I loved it"

    I really enjoyed the way Springboard structured the UX Design course. It was available where ever I was (with internet) and the support from my mentor was a HUGE BONUS!

    . You definitely go through the process as a all rounded UX Designer, so you can start your career after. I would recomend it to any one. 

    As a digital nomad I found this course very enjoyable!

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  • Onyema Nwokolo
    Onyema Nwokolo
    Applicant • Online
    Nov 30, 2018
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    Springboard UX Design review

    I really enjoyed the way Springboard structured the UX Design course. They assign you with a suitable mentor  straightaway which i found to be a huge bonus. You definitely go through the  process  as a all rounded UX Designer so if your someone who doesn't know much about the research or testing side this course is very helpful!   The only cons I have would be the platform they use for students to learn. It could be improved so it works a bit more seamlessly <...
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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. 1,674 Springboard alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed Springboard on Course Report - you should start there!

Is Springboard legit?

We let alumni answer that question. 1,674 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 1,674 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.

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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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