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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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  • Kailee Carneau
    Kailee Carneau
    Freelance Designer • Graduate • UI / UX Design Career Track • Online
    Oct 28, 2020
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    Springboard UX Design Track Review -Kailee Carneau

    Springboard helped me learn new skills, and better prepare for a career in tech. The curriculum was packed full of relevant information, and modern content. Springboard as a whole is really supportive of their students, and willing to work with you. Springboard renewed my faith in tech ed companies through their intentionality, and grace. I am happy to have been a part of this community and thankful that Springboard exceeded my skeptical expectations. 
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  • Jennifer Choi
    Jennifer Choi
    Graduate • UI / UX Design Career Track • Online
    Oct 22, 2020
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    Great curriculum!

    Pros: 1:1 Mentorship, Career Coaches, Industry Design Project (internship), Job guarantee (if you live near a metropolitan area)
    Cons: Might not vibe well with your mentor - but that's ok! It's still a great learning experience and you learn a lot
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  • Hehuan Liao
    Hehuan Liao
    Student • Data Science Career Track • Online
    Oct 22, 2020
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    Data Science Career Track

    I started Springboard's DSC track in June, 2020. Overall, I had good experience with it. The curriculum is very well designed. I definitely improved my data analytical skills after completion of the course. 
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  • Leonardo Medina
    Leonardo Medina
    Software Engineer • Student • Software Engineering Career Track • Online
    Oct 17, 2020
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    Great Curriculum and Community

    Going through Springboard was an incredible experience. The skills I've learned have prepared me completely for a full-time position as a Software Engineer and the mentorship provided was incredibly helpful. I'm very content with the result and for the price it's really no-brainer. That said, for those applying, make sure to start on algorithms and interview prep EARLY (first or second week). Doing that will help you pass technical interviews faster.
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  • Melissa Ho
    Melissa Ho
    Student • UI / UX Design Career Track • Online
    Oct 16, 2020
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    Learned so much!

    I loved my experience at Springboard! I was able to work on 4 projects, one being an Industry Design Project and had the amazing help from my mentor (met with him on a weekly basis), career advisor and career coaches. Everyone was so helpful and provided insightful advice on how to break into this new career. The course curriculum is well set up in giving you the tools needed to succeed in this career. I chose them over General Assembly because of the cost and services offered. I highly ...
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  • Zarina
    Zarina
    A • Student • UI / UX Design Career Track • Online
    Oct 12, 2020
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    UIUX Designer

    Overall I am satisfied with the course and would highly recommend to anyone. I have done the same course with General Assembly in the classroom and it is not even close to what Springboard has to offer. Yes, most of the curriculum is from other sources, but it is very well prepared and well explained. Other schools also use internet and other sources, so it is not a new thing. To me , it is definitely worth it as i am now making almost double from my old job. 
    Pros: Great curriculum t...
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  • Chiyuan Cheng
    Chiyuan Cheng
    Graduate • Data Science Career Track • Online
    Oct 09, 2020
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    Great experience with Springboard

    I started the Springboard data scientist career track in Feb 2020, and finished the course in October 2020. I joined other Bootcamp last year but did not receive enough support. The entire program, including weekly 1:1 mentor, career support, office hour, and 2 capstone projects, is really amazing. I have a chance to work with experienced data scientists and learn from them. I highly recommend to anyone who is interested in starting their career or want to improve their technical skills....
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  • Sam Fisher
    Sam Fisher
    Data Scientist • Student • Data Science Career Track • Online
    Oct 07, 2020
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    Good Immersion in Practice, but Theoretical Material is Absent.

    I was able to quickly become competent in the python-related related coding tools and practical methods for machine learning model development through Springboard. If this is all you need, I encourage you to use their product to help you achieve that.

    If however, you do not have a strong theoretical background in linear algebra, multivariable calculus, statistics, probability, and machine learning, you will not find that here. The program's initial screening criteria are permissiv...
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  • Danitza
    Danitza
    Data Analyst • Student • Data Analytics Career Track • Online
    Oct 06, 2020
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    Data Analytics Career Track

    Data Analytics Career Track is an excellent course that covers various topics of data analytics, for example, the completion of 2 projects practicing skills in Python, SQL, data analysis, data visualization, hypothesis testing and machine learning. 
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  • Allison Holden
    Allison Holden
    UX Career Track • Online
    Oct 01, 2020
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    UX design career track

    I recently completed a UX design career track program through Springboard, and it was a great experience overall! I learned so much from the curriculum, but what was most helpful was having real projects to work on and then discuss with my mentor every week. I really value the time I had with my mentor and the way that it helped me gain confidence in the work I was doing. I will say, that it was difficult to do while working full time, but I really believe it was a good investment in my ...
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  • Johnathan Skeete
    Johnathan Skeete
    Machine Learning Software Architect • Graduate • Machine Learning Engineering Career Track • Online
    Sep 30, 2020
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    Springboard’s Machine Learning Engineering career track Is for real

    I recently completed the Machine Learning Engineering career track with Springboard and have reached all of the goals I set out to accomplish. I am very confident in my ability to use the tools of Machine Learning and develop automated solutions to accomplishAI tasks.

    One thing I can say is the course is very demanding and this is even having a background in software development of over 10 years. I do like to do things slowly, snd even though it took me a while to get ...
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  • Sujit
    Sujit
    Graduate • Data Analytics Career Track • Online
    Sep 29, 2020
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    Data Analytics Career Track

    One of the most cost effective Bootcamp for Data Analytics. The curriculum by large covers: Business Analysis, Statistics, Excel, SQL, Power BI, Tableau and Python in terms of technical skills. The content is mostly open source, however compiling the curriculum and putting together the content does the job well towards the Data Analytics Course material. The 1:1 mentor weekly helpful, I personally used all calls for discussing the projects and going through the submissions. There is unli...
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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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