Springboard

The course provides access to tons of material and some paid courses, labs and exam voucher included in the price. I am returning to my career in IT and this course was all about refreshing and enhancing my skills. The material and the hands-on exercises... Read More were just the right mix. I also needed to rework my Resume and LinkedIn and I found Career Services really helpful with this. The only thing I would change is for the Capstone project to be more realistic.

I enrolled in this program in 2020 based on their heavy marketing of a “job guarantee” and a claimed 99% placement rate. Like many others, I trusted those promises — enough that I even convinced my mother to help pay for the tuition. I worked through... Read More the coursework, completed my projects, and actively applied for jobs.

When a job offer I received was rescinded, the program’s career support proved ineffective. My assigned career coach offered little practical help, and I later found that multiple other students had similar complaints. Eventually, my applications slowed because the market had shifted, but I still expected the “guarantee” to mean what any reasonable person would think it means: If you can’t get me into a job, you refund my tuition.

Instead, they tried to offer a fraction of what I paid — at first misrepresenting the math (calling $1,100 “25%” of tuition when it was really 20%), and only correcting it after I pointed it out. When I pressed for the full refund I believe I’m owed, I was met with PR-style responses, LinkedIn blocking from staff, and an unwillingness to acknowledge their own marketing implied far more than they delivered.

This entire experience has left me financially strained, emotionally drained, and with zero results in the career I trained for. I’ve since connected with other former students who feel misled or abandoned by the program after paying thousands.

If you’re considering this course, know that their “job guarantee” is not what you think it is. Read every word of their terms (which they will lean on to deny refunds) and don’t expect meaningful accountability if things go wrong. There are other learning options that don’t involve misleading promises or playing games with people’s livelihoods.

Pros:
I’m overall satisfied with my experience in Springboard’s UI/UX bootcamp. The course materials were comprehensive, and I learned a lot from both the content and the guidance of my mentors and career coaches. Their feedback on assignments and mock... Read More interviews was especially valuable in helping me improve. The capstone projects and Industry Design Project (IDP) provided great hands-on experience, giving me the opportunity to dive deeper into real-world UI/UX challenges and build practical skills.

Cons:
The course materials were mostly curated from existing online sources like articles and YouTube videos. While Springboard organizes them so you don’t have to figure out what to read or watch, much of it felt like walls of text, which made getting through them tedious. Some resources also felt outdated—up to five years old—so I wish Springboard would update the content more frequently or develop more original material of their own. Since most of the content is free online, it feels like the bulk of your tuition really goes toward having a mentor. My mentor did provide assignment feedback and answered questions, but the interaction was limited to that. One negative experience I had was that during two consecutive calls, my mentor was on her phone while I was asking questions, which forced me to repeat myself.

I haven’t had my first career coaching call for job support yet, so I’ll remain neutral on that part of the program for now.

My experience with spring board for the cyber security booth camp was very satisfying to say the least. The curriculum is very thorough and very well put together with a good structure which made it very easy to understand and to soak in the information.... Read More

Mentor assigning was helpful as well to have somebody to talk with throughout the process as well as advising team, who were very responsive throughout the course, very pleased overall

Coming from a non-IT background, I initially found it quite challenging to grasp the technical concepts introduced during the boot camp. Everything felt new and unfamiliar — from basic programming logic to understanding tools and frameworks that are commonly... Read More used in the tech industry. However, with consistent effort and a dedicated approach, things gradually started to make sense. The learning curve was steep, but what helped me the most was staying disciplined and setting aside regular time for studying, practicing, and revising what I learned each day.The boot camp itself is incredibly informative and well-structured. It covers a wide range of topics, giving participants a strong foundation in various areas such as web development, databases, APIs, and more. The instructors are knowledgeable and supportive, often breaking down complex topics into simpler parts, which really helps someone without prior exposure to IT. There are also practical assignments and projects that reinforce learning through hands-on experience.In short, while the beginning can be overwhelming for someone without an IT background, the key is to remain consistent. If you're able to commit time and effort, this boot camp can provide a solid and comprehensive introduction to the tech field, opening new career opportunities.

Springboard’s Cybersecurity Course is a game-changer for anyone looking to break into the field. The curriculum is well-structured, beginner-friendly, and packed with hands-on labs and real-world projects. The 1:1 mentorship and career coaching were incredibly... Read More valuable, offering personalized guidance every step of the way. I especially appreciated the flexibility of the self-paced format and the job guarantee, which gave me confidence in the program’s quality. I walked away with practical skills, industry knowledge, and a clear path into a cybersecurity career. Highly recommended for anyone serious about making a career shift into tech!

Springboard gave me the discipline I needed to to study and commit to a full fledge career in Cybersecurity. The labs where rich in experience and truly hands on. The last mentor I was assigned was truly amazing, and I could have not done it without him.... Read More The support was quick, flexible and responsive.

I recently completed the Data Analyst Bootcamp and couldn’t be more impressed with the overall experience. The curriculum was thoughtfully structured, covering everything from Excel and SQL to Python, statistics, and data visualization.

One of the biggest... Read More highlights was the incredible support from the mentor, career coach and staffs! They consistently friendly, organized, and responsive — they truly created a supportive and encouraging environment. Whether it was tech support, scheduling, or general questions, everything ran smoothly thanks to them.

Curriculum is good, support and mentors are amazing. They definitely try their best and it's a good starting point for jumping into the field if you don't know how to start. Try to do as much research as you can to use the time wisely, and attend conferences... Read More and career networking events. Best of luck!

I’ve had a great learning experience with the Springboard Data Science Bootcamp. As part of the job guarantee program, I’m currently in the job search phase and actively exploring opportunities. The mentorship has been incredibly valuable — my mentor... Read More provided not only technical guidance but also real-world insights that helped me grow as a data professional. The career coaching support has also been excellent, offering practical strategies for networking, resume building, and interview preparation.