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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Kep KaeppelerSoftware Developer • Graduate • Software Engineering Career Track • OnlineSep 06, 2022Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob AssistanceTerrific curriculum and experience
My experience with Springboard was very strong. I am a recent graduate of the Software Engineering Career Track. This program focuses on full-stack web development and will guide the student to a strong understanding of in-demand software engineering skills that are found in a high percentage of job listings.
One-on-one mentoring was one of the most important features for me. I was matched with a mentor that I met with weekly (virtually) who reviewed all of my wo...My experience with Springboard was very strong. I am a recent graduate of the Software Engineering Career Track. This program focuses on full-stack web development and will guide the student to a strong understanding of in-demand software engineering skills that are found in a high percentage of job listings.
One-on-one mentoring was one of the most important features for me. I was matched with a mentor that I met with weekly (virtually) who reviewed all of my work, answered questions, made corrections and suggestions, as well as pointed me to additional resources, and guided me on my path. In addition to my personal mentor’s code reviews and instruction, I was given the opportunity to have other mentors give me code reviews of some of the larger curriculum projects which were valuable for getting additional perspectives and becoming comfortable with code reviews in general. The video lectures are put together well and come with study notes. There are many project assignments that are thoughtfully put together and challenging. The capstone projects have become features in my portfolio.
There is a series of mock interviews that you prepare for and must pass that is an invaluable experience: Behavioral, Project code walk-through, Technical, and whiteboard. This process is very helpful to the interview process
The career services and support are top-notch. Throughout the course, there are career modules to work on so that upon graduation the student is ready to begin the job search that includes resume and cover letter building, networking, and LinkedIn optimization. Post graduation you work with a career coach for 6 months (with available free extensions) to guide you on your job search, prepare you for behavioral interviews, teach you to use the many online resources available, help with job offer negotiations, etc.
There is a job guarantee which offers tuition reimbursement if a job is not secured in 6 months and the graduate stays compliant with standards of job search requirements.
- Linda HanGraduate • UX Design • OnlineSep 06, 2022Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
UX Design
I had a really great experience with Springboard! You are matched with mentor that you meet every week and my mentor was amazing! She was very supportive and gave really good, concise, and detailed feedback! I could tell that she was very passionate about teaching her students! I also learned a lot through the IDP which is basically a internship where you work witha a real company. I had an awesome team that was super supporitve throughout the whole process and I was able to receive a lo...I had a really great experience with Springboard! You are matched with mentor that you meet every week and my mentor was amazing! She was very supportive and gave really good, concise, and detailed feedback! I could tell that she was very passionate about teaching her students! I also learned a lot through the IDP which is basically a internship where you work witha a real company. I had an awesome team that was super supporitve throughout the whole process and I was able to receive a lot of skills and knowledge through this experience. I would definitely recommend this bootcamp to anyone who is passionate about becoming UX Design and wanting a career change! - Caroline BumgarnerGraduate • UI / UX Design Career Track • OnlineSep 05, 2022Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Springboard UI UX
I just completed my UI UX bootcamp with Springboard and I loved the way they guided you through the process! Their interface was very goal motivated. Weekly meetings with a mentor helped give me the professional feedback I needed on my work. Would definitely recommend and 100% worth it! - Scott MData Science Career Track Prep • OnlineSep 05, 2022Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob AssistanceN/A
Data Science Prep Course - A good start
While I definitely have a lot to learn to become a data scientist, I feel like this prep course does a good job at introducing you to the field as well as preparing you for bigger and better things. I think this is a great first step for anyone considering a career in Data Science without a relevant background. A) The prep course is affordable. B) It prepares you for their career track test. and C) Should you choose to do their DS career track course, you'll be able to apply the cost o...While I definitely have a lot to learn to become a data scientist, I feel like this prep course does a good job at introducing you to the field as well as preparing you for bigger and better things. I think this is a great first step for anyone considering a career in Data Science without a relevant background. A) The prep course is affordable. B) It prepares you for their career track test. and C) Should you choose to do their DS career track course, you'll be able to apply the cost of this program towards that tuition. - Aleck LuGraduate • Data Analytics Career Track • OnlineSep 03, 2022Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Data Analytics Career Track
I had a great experience with Springboard. The curriculum is challenging and prepares you well. Throughout the course, I was able to have access to my mentor and career advisor to help me with any questions I had. They also offer job guarantee. I would definitely recommend Springboard for anyone looking to make a transition in their career. - JiStudent • UI / UX Design Career Track • OnlineSep 01, 2022Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Mentorless for almost a month
I'm a current UI/UX track bootcamper. My mentor just "disappeared" about a month ago and I've been mentor-less for a month now.
One morning, I just got an email saying that XXX is no longer my mentor anymore and I would be rematched with a new mentor without any further explanation. The rematched mentor did not show up to our weekly 1:1 meeting. I complained to the student advisor, who matched me with a new mentor. A new mentor, again, did not show up to the 1:1 weekly meeting as wel...I'm a current UI/UX track bootcamper. My mentor just "disappeared" about a month ago and I've been mentor-less for a month now.
One morning, I just got an email saying that XXX is no longer my mentor anymore and I would be rematched with a new mentor without any further explanation. The rematched mentor did not show up to our weekly 1:1 meeting. I complained to the student advisor, who matched me with a new mentor. A new mentor, again, did not show up to the 1:1 weekly meeting as well.
Three weeks have passed by, and I'm still mentor-less. I've finished my last project and a rough draft for all of my case studies and my portfolio, but there's no dedicated mentor who could review them thoroughly with me. I want to move forward but the bootcamp student success team (if there is any) isn't helpful in my case. - Sami ShamroukhStudent • Data Analytics Career Track • OnlineAug 28, 2022Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Data Analytics Was Wonderful
I was lost after graduating and I am confident saying Springboard was very helpful in getting me my confidence and motivation back. The course curriculum was very well paced and the fact that it was online meant you could speed through if you had the time. I definitely recommend if you don't currently work full-time to choose the monthly payment plan to save a lot of money. Cant recommend this course enough if you have the time and drive to stick with the course. - Conner McNicholasData Engineer • Graduate • Data Engineering Career Track • OnlineAug 26, 2022Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Solid Curriculum, Really Helpful Mentor
I had actually worked as a professional Data Engineer prior to enrolling in this bootcamp, but the database I focused on was highly specialized and proprietary technology, and I wanted to shore up my skills in the more general open-source technologies that are widely used throughout the tech industry (python, sql, spark, airflow, cloud, etc).
I had always felt confident to google such subjects when I needed to get a one-off job done, but I was well aware that my work was likely ...I had actually worked as a professional Data Engineer prior to enrolling in this bootcamp, but the database I focused on was highly specialized and proprietary technology, and I wanted to shore up my skills in the more general open-source technologies that are widely used throughout the tech industry (python, sql, spark, airflow, cloud, etc).
I had always felt confident to google such subjects when I needed to get a one-off job done, but I was well aware that my work was likely rife with hidden inefficiencies, tacky stylistic choices, and affronts to established convention. The problem with that kind of learning is that you "don't know what you don't know". This is what I hoped a formal education in Data Engineering subjects would afford me - a comprehensive understanding of the most essential technologies for Data Engineers today.
I can say that Springboard did pay off in that respect. I feel confident to not just speak about those elements of tech, but I know the pros and cons of each of them. Because you get experience with multiple Capstone projects that are indicative of industry assignmemts, I also feel confident with my skills in execution while using any of these technologies - despite having zero experience in many of them prior to Springboard.
My mentor, Karthik, went above and beyond to make sure things were going smoothly for me - even when he wouldn't have been expected to. - Rachel AmatoUX Designer • Graduate • UX Career Track • OnlineAug 20, 2022Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Good value and good experience
I chose Springboard for several reasons including price (on the low end of the available bootcamps), timeline (able to complete in 6 months or less), and the ability to perform an industry design product with a real company. I did not qualify for the job guarantee, but they also offer that if you qualify. My mentor was knowledgeable and flexible with scheduling our calls which I appreciated because I work full time. As someone with no prior experience in design, I wish there was a little...I chose Springboard for several reasons including price (on the low end of the available bootcamps), timeline (able to complete in 6 months or less), and the ability to perform an industry design product with a real company. I did not qualify for the job guarantee, but they also offer that if you qualify. My mentor was knowledgeable and flexible with scheduling our calls which I appreciated because I work full time. As someone with no prior experience in design, I wish there was a little more guidance and support with learning the actual design tools. Otherwise, I made it through the course without too much difficulty. What I actually found most helpful was the information I learned about networking and job hunting. The career coaching is an excellent perk. A good career coach alone could cost what this entire course costs! I would definitely recommend the course to others, especially if you make an effort to utilize all of the resources they offer. I wish I attended more office hours calls and did took advantage of the unlimited mentor calls, but I was just too busy with other things going on in my life. - Tom ShieldsData Scientist • Graduate • Data Science Career Track • OnlineAug 12, 2022Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Data Science Track
The coaches at Springboard are great and the course really helps you understand what employers are looking for. - Liliae FunderburkGraduate • Cybersecurity Career Track • OnlineAug 10, 2022Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Cyber Security Career Track
I began the transition from the healthcare industry to the IT industry last year and this course helped me land my first IT job! It’s impeccably organized and prepared me very well for the CompTIA Security+ exam. Springboard also connects you with an industry expert mentor who is there to guide you along the way as well as with experienced career coaches. I definitely recommend this course! - Catherine McKoySystems Analyst • Graduate • Cybersecurity Career Track • OnlineAug 10, 2022Overall ExperienceInstructorsCurriculumJob Assistance
Life Changing Experience with Springboard
I felt like this bootcamp helped me secure interviews and land a job. I was able to learn so much and add to my resume and essentially start my career. Having the Security + exam content built into the program was helpful and useful out in the real world. The staff behind Springboard truly want you to succeed and providing mentors and career coaches is something I have never experienced before and it changed my life. At the end of the program I felt confident enough to apply to more jobs...I felt like this bootcamp helped me secure interviews and land a job. I was able to learn so much and add to my resume and essentially start my career. Having the Security + exam content built into the program was helpful and useful out in the real world. The staff behind Springboard truly want you to succeed and providing mentors and career coaches is something I have never experienced before and it changed my life. At the end of the program I felt confident enough to apply to more jobs and negotiate and choose which one I wanted. Now I have a great start to my career and the difference in pay has allowed me to live more comfortably.
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Enrolling in a bootcamp at Springboard is a big step, especially for those making a career change into tech. To ease the worry that comes with this investment, Springboard offers a tuition-refund guarantee, making sure their students' hard work won't go unnoticed. This guarantee promises that if students meet the set criteria, they'll get a full refund if they don't land a job after graduatin...
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Updated September 23, 2024
2024 has been a rollercoaster of a year in tech hiring! We sat down with four career experts from Springboard, Flatiron School, General Assembly, and Tech Elevator to find out which industries are hiring bootcamp graduates today and how to stand out in a competitive job market. Listen in the conversation or read the transcript as we dig into effective methods for using generative AI in your j...
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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. 1,667 Springboard alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed Springboard on Course Report - you should start there!
Is Springboard legit?
We let alumni answer that question. 1,667 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 1,667 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.