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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Prem PanchalGraduate • Data Science Career Track • OnlineNov 26, 2023Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob AssistanceGreat course with excellent pacing
1 on 1 mentorship program is great for all the support you can need along with community slack channels to help. Pacing for the course is great and there are many resources to help when confused.- Krysta HiranakaGraduate • UI / UX Design Career Track • OnlineNov 25, 2023Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
UX/UI Design Career Track
I was worried about taking a bootcamp online for I didn't know how supported I would be throughout the process. This was a complete career change for me and I was hesitant for I thought getting lost in the curriculum would be a possibility. After completing the program I can say that the amount of support you receive to stay on track was fantastic. They really have designed the program for supporting students. I will say that I utilized my mentor and student advisor the most however ...I was worried about taking a bootcamp online for I didn't know how supported I would be throughout the process. This was a complete career change for me and I was hesitant for I thought getting lost in the curriculum would be a possibility. After completing the program I can say that the amount of support you receive to stay on track was fantastic. They really have designed the program for supporting students. I will say that I utilized my mentor and student advisor the most however there are a ton of other supportive resources Springboard provides their students with. The key is to verbalize the need for support and reach out. Thats it! - Constance SunGraduate • UI / UX Design Career Track • OnlineNov 22, 2023Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob AssistanceN/A
Good for the basics and getting your foot in the industry
I didn't have any experience with UX or UI, and that being said, this course is one of the if not the hardest thing I've ever done. It took me a lot longer than normal, but I think it's worth it in the sense that I have a decent foundation of the topic and now have my own portfolio. I have to say that I think it takes most people longer than their 9-month length timeframe to complete the curriculum, so keep that in mind. They are also very accommodating and understanding should something...I didn't have any experience with UX or UI, and that being said, this course is one of the if not the hardest thing I've ever done. It took me a lot longer than normal, but I think it's worth it in the sense that I have a decent foundation of the topic and now have my own portfolio. I have to say that I think it takes most people longer than their 9-month length timeframe to complete the curriculum, so keep that in mind. They are also very accommodating and understanding should something come up in your time while in the course. They granted me multiple pauses and freezes as my mental health was declining. Those breaks really helped me clear my mind and get back into things.
I only recently applied to complete my course, so I don't have any feedback about job assistance, but the fact that they offer it post-completion is assuring. - Jonathan ChiuGraduate • UI / UX Design Career Track • OnlineNov 16, 2023Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Great place & network for structured learning!
If you find yourself unsure of where to begin, a bootcamp could prove beneficial, just as it did for me. My personal mentor not only met but exceeded my expectations, aiding me not only in preparing for the bootcamp but also in setting realistic expectations beyond its confines. While individuals with self-discipline and a tolerance for unstructured learning might not necessarily require a bootcamp, as all the necessary information is available online, the true value of this particular b...If you find yourself unsure of where to begin, a bootcamp could prove beneficial, just as it did for me. My personal mentor not only met but exceeded my expectations, aiding me not only in preparing for the bootcamp but also in setting realistic expectations beyond its confines. While individuals with self-discipline and a tolerance for unstructured learning might not necessarily require a bootcamp, as all the necessary information is available online, the true value of this particular bootcamp lies in the connections you forge with fellow participants and the valuable insights offered by mentors to enhance your skills. My only suggestion for improvement would be to include unlimited IDP List projects, allowing students to gain more real-life work experience rather than relying solely on self-created projects. Further, be prepared to be resilient in the job search phase. - Parth BhaktaStudent • UI / UX Design Career Track • OnlineOct 24, 2023Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Springboard UI/UX
Due to all the support provided by my mentors and student support staff, the course was very easy to navigate. It allowes me to learn with no stress in my mind. The course itself was very hands on, giving me chances to apply whatever I was learning - Matthew RichardsGraduate • Cyber Security Career Track • OnlineOct 22, 2023Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Amazing Course
In this course i was able to learn and get a solid understanding for the many and very ever changing landscape of Cybersecurity. I am very thankful to all of the good people at springboard who made it possible for all this Information to be accessible to those who enroll. - David HarvisonGraduate • Software Engineering Career Track • OnlineOct 04, 2023Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
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Most of the lectures seem to have been recorded in 2019 which isn't a problem for the basics but once you start getting into mid level subjects it is a bit frustrating that the projects often require you to use older versions of languages and frameworks. Particularly egregious was being required to use an older version of Redux as there has been a major overhaul since these videos were filmed.
The projects provided were instructive and built upon each other nicely. I enjoyed worki...Most of the lectures seem to have been recorded in 2019 which isn't a problem for the basics but once you start getting into mid level subjects it is a bit frustrating that the projects often require you to use older versions of languages and frameworks. Particularly egregious was being required to use an older version of Redux as there has been a major overhaul since these videos were filmed.
The projects provided were instructive and built upon each other nicely. I enjoyed working with my mentor to build ideas for my two capstones. My mentor was also helpful in finding alternative resources when I didn't fully understand the material.
I am moving into my post completion career support and I'm pleased with my current coach. The career coaching during the course was a mixed bag. I had a coach or two that would tell me what to do but if I asked for whys they would bloviate and then circle back to telling me to do the same thing.
Overall I'm happy with Springboard and recommend them. - Kristin MurrayGraduate • UX Career Track • OnlineSep 30, 2023Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Overall great UX Design program
For background context, I have a degree in Graphic Design and have worked on and off as a visual designer, but have more recently been working in customer support within the tech industry. I've been considering making the switch to UX design for years, but finally decided to take the leap. I felt that I needed to gain some UX specific knowledge to be successful in my endeavor, and I needed a portfolio that could showcase these new skills.
After researching different bootcamps, th...For background context, I have a degree in Graphic Design and have worked on and off as a visual designer, but have more recently been working in customer support within the tech industry. I've been considering making the switch to UX design for years, but finally decided to take the leap. I felt that I needed to gain some UX specific knowledge to be successful in my endeavor, and I needed a portfolio that could showcase these new skills.
After researching different bootcamps, there were four factors that ultimately made me choose Springboard. These included the face to face support with real people, via weekly mentor meetings (accountability is critical) and career coaching (helping me prepare for the job search was also a big deal). The Industry Design Project gave Springboard a big edge over other programs, because it pairs you with other students and a startup for a real world project. This really helps you to practice collaboration with other designers and communication skills with stakeholders, and ultimately gives you a real world portfolio piece. Lastly, the mock interviews at the end of the course were a big draw for me. As someone who doesn't enjoy the interview process, it really helped me to feel more prepared and know what to expect before going into my job search.
Overall, my experience with Springboard was incredibly positive. I think that some of the course materials could be updated to be a bit more current and I would love to see the IDP include students from the other programs (like developers) so that you could really get that cross functional collaboration experience, but overall, if you're someone who is looking to upskill and you prefer accountability and a structured learning environment, this was a wonderful program. - Hernadus FountainStudent • Cyber Security Career Track • OnlineSep 26, 2023Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob AssistanceN/A
Great Experience
I have nothing but good things to say about Springboard. Overall, I had a great experience with the Springboard Cybercareer track program. The Springboard staff (student advisor, mentor, and career coaches) was very supportive. The program is fast-paced with detailed course material. There were times when mini-projects took longer to complete than expected, but overall I feel like I'm job-ready after taking this course. - BintaGraduate • Cyber Security Career Track • OnlineSep 16, 2023Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Wonderful Online bootcamp
Overall, I had a great experience with the Springboard career track program. The Springboard staff (student advisor, mentor, and career coaches) was very supportive.The program is fast-paced with detailed course material. There were times when mini-projects took longer to complete than expected. - Taylor KingstonGraduate • UI / UX Design Career Track • OnlineSep 13, 2023Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
This program pushed my skillsets to a new level!
The UX/UI curriculum was incredibly robust, well designed, and planned out in a way that made the learning process comprehensive and engaging. I found that the projects themselves were clear and I enjoyed how much freedom I was given to make each design my own. I enjoyed working with and appreciate the amount of support Springboard provided and utilized all resources at different stages of the curriculum. It was extremely helpful to have my mentor, student advisor, career advisor and sla...The UX/UI curriculum was incredibly robust, well designed, and planned out in a way that made the learning process comprehensive and engaging. I found that the projects themselves were clear and I enjoyed how much freedom I was given to make each design my own. I enjoyed working with and appreciate the amount of support Springboard provided and utilized all resources at different stages of the curriculum. It was extremely helpful to have my mentor, student advisor, career advisor and slack community to lean on! I would say the toughest parts of the course were times when I got too in my head about my designs and had to take a step back or lean on outside critiques. There were times where I felt somewhat alone when making design decisions for each project, which makes me even more excited to work on a team within the industry. I would encourage any new student to reach out to the slack community and not only ask for peer reviews/help but to offer the same in return. I made a handful of connections through the program and am satisfied with my experience! - Scott D MeyersGraduate • Data Analytics Career Track • OnlineSep 13, 2023Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
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I joined the Springboard data analytics bootcamp on the recommendation of your wife, and it has been a life-changing experience for me. After feeling stuck in my previous career for years, and this program has been a game-changer for me. I have found the program to be comprehensive in teaching everything you need to know to become a skilled data analyst. The curriculum covers everything you need to know to become a data analyst, and what sets Springboard apart are the people involved. I ...I joined the Springboard data analytics bootcamp on the recommendation of your wife, and it has been a life-changing experience for me. After feeling stuck in my previous career for years, and this program has been a game-changer for me. I have found the program to be comprehensive in teaching everything you need to know to become a skilled data analyst. The curriculum covers everything you need to know to become a data analyst, and what sets Springboard apart are the people involved. I found the career counselors, My mentor, and career coaches to be incredibly helpful in guiding me along the way. With their support, I'm feeling confident in my new found skills and excited to apply them to a new job.
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Updated September 23, 2024
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Updated September 23, 2024
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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!
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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.
Is Springboard accredited?
While bootcamps must be approved to operate, accreditation is relatively rare. Springboard doesn't yet share information about their accreditation status.