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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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  • Jun Yin
    Graduate • Data Science Career Track • Online
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    Jun 09, 2020
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    Data Science Career Track

     I was struggling to find a way to switch my career, until I noticed one of my friend with the similar background as mine, switched career successfully after completing career track with Springboard. Very intensive curriculum for zero background person, but in-depth knowledge and insights you will gain in the end. 
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  • Tosin Adebayo
    Financial Analyst • Graduate • Data Analytics Career Track • Online
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    Jun 08, 2020
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    Worth Trying

    I wanted something more technical and hands-on to add to my career development goal. I found Springboard's Data Analytics Career Track to fit that goal and I did not regret enrolling. The payment plan, flexibility of learning and paired mentorship make it all engaging at your own pace and learning curve.
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  • Aaron Wang
    Product Designer • Graduate • UI / UX Design Career Track • Online
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    Jun 04, 2020
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    Finished in 4.5

    Compared to other options, I think Springboard was the best choice to enter the field for me. The 1:1 Mentorship and structure of the course ended up being the biggest benefits, as well as the continued career support. The price vs. quality was attractive as well since they have always been completely remote.

    I would definitely recommend Springboard to anyone who is serious about their career change and plans not to look back. It's not easy and it has been difficult and fulfilling...
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  • Jerry Lee
    Graduate • Data Analytics Career Track • Online
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    Jun 04, 2020
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    Data Analytics Career Track

    This program was broken down in sections, which does not seem overwhelming to complete within 6 months.  At first, this was a refresher for SQL, Python, Excel, and Power BI.  But, what I really wanted to learn and get out of this course was to learn Tableau, and this course helped me understand and learn the tools I need to help me at work.  The weekly one-on-one mentor was tremendously helpful.  He was very detailed and well organized prior to meeting with him for that day.  He did not ...
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  • Lucia Zhu
    Student • UX Career Track • Online
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    May 22, 2020
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    Springboard's UX Career Track had everything I was looking for in a bootcamp!

    When I was looking at bootcamps, I considered access to mentors, real world experience, and portfolio guidance. Springboard gives you unlimited mentor calls: during the busiest time of the curriculum for me, I was choosing to meet with 3-4 different mentors a week, which was awesome I got to do that. I learned the most from these industry professionals. There was 1 internship offered by the curriculum, and that was an invaluable experience because working as a designer on a team is very ...
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  • William Dew
    Data Scientist • Graduate • Data Science Career Track • Online
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    May 22, 2020
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    Data Scientist

    Great support system from mentors to advisors.
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  • Allison Rosburg
    Product Manager • Student • Data Analytics Career Track • Online
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    May 14, 2020
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    Data Analytics Career Track

    I signed up for this program to help enhance my skill set with regards to data analytics to help increase my technical acumen as a PM. I do want to say that this course is a very robust overview of data analytics, so likely not the best fit for someone who is already pretty well versed in excel, data visualization tools like Tableau or executive reporting. That being said, for someone truly looking to start with the basics and move up through the intermediate and proficient levels, it's ...
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  • Sava Dashev
    Graduate • Data Science Career Track • Online
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    May 11, 2020
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    Challenge yourself to a new career

    It is a good course that gives you freedom to work whenever you can. Don't be fooled by the freedom. Get your time set aside each week. Do your job!

    The curriculum gives foundation to all aspects of data science. Also, big part of changing career is finding new people to meet with. The ideas in that part are very valuable.

    Working with mentor helped me understand the basics and the principles. I really appreciate the help of my mentor Branko Kovach.

    There should be m...
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  • Atsushi Miyamoto
    Graduate • Machine Learning Engineering Career Track • Online
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    May 08, 2020
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    Machine Learning Engineering Career Track

    Springboard provides me a great mentorship and challenging curriculum. It was quite challenging to complete this course. Because I didn't have enough experience in math and programming. But my mentor helped me to keep my motivation and progress. Actually I have faced some problems with my mentor. I changed my mentor twice because my mentor didn't show up our call and didn't match their skills with my caption project. But the Student adviser supported me to change my mentor kindly. If you...
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  • Taylor Brightwell
    Graduate • Digital Marketing Career Track • Online
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    May 05, 2020
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    Digital Marketing Career Track

    Mentorship and real-world practice were the two things that set this program apart. The curriculum was interesting but mostly curated from free online resources. You are paying for the mentorship and peer review of the work you do, which to me was worth it.
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  • Jasim Rasheed
    Graduate • Data Analytics Career Track • Online
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    May 05, 2020
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    Mentors are very helpful as they are experienced data science professionals . Great value for the cost of course but the instructions in some units are not clear especially in Excel case studies but overall it was a good experience. I  am excited to start looking for a job.
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  • Atticus Soane
    Graduate • Machine Learning Engineering Career Track • Online
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    Machine Learning Engineering Career Track

    Very good experience. Well-structured curriculum with excellent resources. Project-based approach makes the learning experience, and the partnership with an industry mentor is excellent.
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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. 1,681 Springboard alumni, students, and applicants have reviewed Springboard on Course Report - you should start there!

Is Springboard legit?

We let alumni answer that question. 1,681 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 1,681 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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