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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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  • Molly Cantore
    Molly Cantore
    Junior Product Designer • Graduate • UI / UX Design Career Track • Online
    May 25, 2022
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    Best decision ever

    I looked at a lot of different programs when deciding to switch careers into user experience. What I liked best about Springboard was that they offered UI/UX in a single program, 1:1 mentorship, job guarantee, career coaching, and flexibility in schedule and pricing. Springboard has made my career change as seamless as possible. I am so happy I made this change!
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  • Zack
    Zack
    Graduate • Data Science Career Track Prep • Online
    May 23, 2022
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    Not worth the price

    Coming from a healthcare background this course was a great introduction to python. I was expecting some video tutorials however there were none, besides some random youtube videos related to the chapter. The mentor is a nice part of this course but even for beginners I don't think you really need a mentor and pay that price.  I paid around $500 which is not worth the price and ended up getting data camp subscription which is structured way better with videos and more interactive exercis...
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  • Roopasree Kunjar
    Roopasree Kunjar
    Student • Data Science Career Track • Online
    May 20, 2022
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    The Data science career track

    I am happy with my overall experience in this course. I received helpful and constructive feedback on all my assignments and capstone projects from the mentors. The slack community was really helpful in discussing any bottlenecks. The support team was always prompt in responding to my queries and concerns.
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  • Tori Mason
    Tori Mason
    Graduate • UI / UX Design Career Track • Online
    May 19, 2022
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    Absolutely worth it!

    I signed up for the UI/UX Design Career Track and received more than what I hoped for. The course provides a lot of knowledge in a way that is really easy to understand and that motivates you to actually do your work. I could also work at my own pace and if I needed a week or two to relax, Springboard allows for pause weeks which helped me not feel so stressed. My favorite part of Springboard was having my own personal mentor though. She worked in the design field and provided me with a ...
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  • LeRoya Scott
    LeRoya Scott
    Nonprofit Assistant • Data Analytics Career Track • Online
    May 10, 2022
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    Data Analytics

    In terms of Business Intelligence (BI) and outcomes, the course is helpful with analyzing data and decision-make and offering consulting advice to help others.  The course equips students with foundational skills on how-to to create models & analyze data.
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  • Chad Klem
    Chad Klem
    Graduate • Data Science Career Track • Online
    Apr 29, 2022
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    Data Science Career Track

    I had been a software engineer for over 20 years, mostly backend and database.  I have always had an affinity towards data driven software.  I came across some reviews on various data science programs and machine learning programs but the course with Springboard had such strong reviews and awards for several years (I watched the school for about a year and a half before signing up).  The curriculum, project based structure and access to the schools staff and professional mentors is top n...
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  • Tiffany Joung
    Tiffany Joung
    Graduate • UI / UX Design Career Track • Online
    Apr 24, 2022
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    Are you looking for transitioning your career?

    I was a visual designer for 10years and was looking for transitioning my career to UX. 
    I googled and I found Springboard has a job guarantee. The course seemed very expensive but after I learned about job guarantees I thought It was worth trying it. I planned to finish the course in 6month. But the course was pretty intense, so it took about 1.5year to finish it. Whenever you need your help with finance or any obstacle the student advisor helps as much they can on your side. Also, th...
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  • Bernardo Narvaez
    Bernardo Narvaez
    Graduate • Software Engineering Career Track • Online
    Apr 17, 2022
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    Awesome program

    I really enjoyed the curriculum and teach along with the one on one mentoring. I felt the student to student engagement could definitely use improvement and would have gone a long way to improve the program 
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  • Shivam Tiwari
    Shivam Tiwari
    Graduate • UI / UX Design Career Track • Online
    Apr 12, 2022
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    Difficult, But Worth It

    It was a difficult journey to manage my time on an online, 'open-ended' course (although there still are deadlines), but I learned a lot about how UX and UI Design is applied. Through the projects and group Industry Design Project, I was really able to apply all of the learnings in the course. I will say it would be nice for Springboard to add more emphasis on how to set metrics to measure in our projects early on, and possibly a unit on how to develop products that are not just user-foc...
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  • Barbara
    Barbara
    UX Designer • Graduate • UX Career Track • Online
    Apr 08, 2022
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    UX Design Career Course

    I was so thankful to have chosen Springboard: Grad school is far more expensive and it is nearly impossible to work full time while keeping up with the pace of in-person learning. Springboard offered me the opportunity to learn at my own pace, be paired with a wonderful mentor, and have resources such as career coaches, webinars, and an externship. The cons are that it's nearly impossible to finish the curriculum within their estimate to meet the job guarantee unless you are not currentl...
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  • Ian Hudson
    Ian Hudson
    Data Analyst • Graduate • Data Analytics Career Track • Online
    Apr 05, 2022
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    Data Analytics Career Track

    The Data Analytics career track course is very intense and helps you along every step of the way. They even help you six months after you graduate to find a position. So it's not just teaching you how to do the job of a data analyst but also how to go about networking, find your best fit for a job and how to negotiate the best benefits as well. Well rounded course.
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  • Caroline Keane
    Caroline Keane
    Graduate • UI / UX Design Career Track • Online
    Apr 05, 2022
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    UX/UI Design Track

    Be prepared to work, especially if you don't come from a design background like me! The best part of the course was the admin, support teams, as well as the mentors. You get paired up with a student advisor, a mentor, and have 7 career coaches during the course. You also get unlimited mentor calls with other mentors. Furthermore, you get career coach support after completing the course.

    Pros: 
    -Student advisor, and the support team were understanding of life's ups and down and ...
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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. 1,674 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. 

Can I read Springboard reviews?

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.

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