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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, machine learning, UI/UX design, cybersecurity, and more.... Read More
All Springboard courses are 100% online, remote, and self-paced throughout an average of six to nine months.
The Springboard experience gives our students access to a unique community of industry mentors, thought leaders, and alumni, who are on hand to offer insights, networking opportunities, and support throughout our programs 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.
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. Our tuition-back guarantee allowing students runway to secure the role of their dreams means students can take charge and invest in themselves.
Springboard’s support does not end when students graduate. All our graduates benefit from an extensive support network encompassing career services, 1:1 career coaching, networking tips, resume assistance, interview prep, and salary negotiation.
This approach has seen considerable success: since Springboard was founded in 2013, 94% of eligible graduates secured a job within one year, earning an average salary increase of $26,000.
Springboard is excited to offer SwitchUp an exclusive scholarship for $500 off tuition! Use promo code SWITCHUP500 when enrolling. *This offer is only valid for new applicants. Applicants who have already summited an application cannot claim this scholarship. This scholarship cannot be combined with other scholarships and/or offers. Qualifying Courses: Data Analytics Career Track, Data Science Career Track, Software Engineering Career Track, UI/UX Design Career Track, UX Career Track,
At Springboard, we equip our students with the skills they'll need to find their dream jobs in a tech-centric economy. To that end, we believe in providing transparency around our outcomes, so that students like you can make well-informed decisions. This report is intended to provide information regarding data on job placements and student demographics for all Springboard career tracks: https://ddf46429.springboard.com/uploads/resources/1644953246_Outcomes_2021_All_Career_Tracks.pdf.
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Courses
Front-End Web Development
Cyber Security Career Track
Data Analytics Career Track
Data Science Career Track
Data Science Career Track Prep
Introduction to Data Analytics
Software Engineering Foundations to Core
Tech Sales Career Track
Introduction to Design
Software Engineering Career Track
Springboard Reviews
Average Ratings (All Programs)
Marta Radziszewski
Graduated: 20258/21/2025
"Comprehensive course"
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
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Michael Evan Lauck II
None | Graduated: 20208/20/2025
"Buyer Beware – Misleading Job Guarantee & Poor Support"
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
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.
Henry Ni
Graduated: 20258/16/2025
"Decent Bootcamp"
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
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.
Sanad Elshaari
Graduated: 20238/11/2025
"Thorough curriculum and hands on labs"
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
Soniya Nepal
Graduated: 20258/1/2025
"very informative"
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
Mondra Powe
Graduated: 20257/30/2025
"Springboard’s Cybersecurity Course was amazing!"
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
Oscar O Rivera
Graduated: 20257/29/2025
"An immersive experience"
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
Jibin Jung
data analyst | Graduated: 20257/29/2025
"Supportive Bootcamp Experience – Highly Recommend!"
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
Golden Se
Graduated: 20257/17/2025
Course
Data Science Career Track
"A Great Start to a Data Career"
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
Samia Saad
Graduated: 20257/16/2025
Course
Data Science Career Track
"Springboard bootcamp"
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
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Frequently Asked Questions
What financing options are offered by Springboard?
Springboard offers many financing options, such as Scholarships, Loan Financing, Deffered Payment, and Upfront Payments.
What courses are offered at Springboard?
There are many courses you can take at Springboard. These include the Cyber Security Career Track, Data Analytics Career Track, Data Engineering Career Track, Data Science Career Track, Data Science Career Track Prep, Introduction to Design, Machine Learning Engineering Career Track, Software Engineering Career Track, Software Engineering Career Track Prep Course, UI/UX Design Career Track, and UX Career Track.
What are the job outcomes for Springboard?
For UX Design and Data Science Career Track students, the average salary increase is $26K.
Springboard alumni work at various tech companies, such as Wayfair, Boeing, Pandora, Facebook, Google, Microsoft, LinkedIn, and more.
What is the application process at Springboard like?
Prospective students need to fill out the course's application form to get started. There is no application fee and the application takes about 10-15 minutes to complete. After completing the initial application, Springboard will reach out to you to schedule an interview with one of their Admissions Managers to discuss your background and learning goals to make sure you're a good fit for the program.
If it's a fit, they'll send you a technical skills survey to test your skills and experience. Applicants spend up to 3 hours on this. If you pass the skills survey, Springboard will send you a registration link so you can choose the start date and payment plan that works for you.