Springboard

Springboard, founded in 2013, is an online learning platform offering career-focused bootcamps in tech fields like data science, software engineering, cybersecurity, UI/UX design, and tech sales. Courses are designed to help students build job-ready skills through real-world projects and one-on-one mentorship from industry professionals. Each student is paired with a mentor, career coach, and student advisor to support them throughout the program. Programs also include career support such as resume reviews, interview prep, and job search assistance. Some courses require prior experience, while others are open to beginners. Select programs come with a job guarantee, allowing a full tuition refund if you meet eligibility and don’t land a qualifying role. It also offers financing options, including Month-to-month, deferred tuition, and financed tuition loans.

Courses

Data Science Career Track

Data Science Career Track teaches Python, SQL, machine learning, data wrangling, and storytelling through hands-on projects, including two capstones for a portfolio. Students receive 1:1 mentorship, career coaching, and access to a Slack community. The curriculum prepares learners for data science roles, with 89.4% of reporting job-qualified graduates securing jobs within 12 months. A job guarantee offers a refund if no job is found (conditions apply). Career services include resume and interview support. To join the Data Science Career Track, you should have 6 months of coding experience in a general-purpose language like Python, R, Java, or C++ and basic knowledge of probability and descriptive statistics, including concepts like mean, median, standard deviation, distributions, and histograms.

• Online: Yes
• Part Time: Yes, 15-20 hours per week
• Duration: 6-9 months (approximately 26-36 weeks)
• Cost: $9,900 (Upfront). For other options, check the website.
• 12-Month Job Placement Rate: 89.2%

Data Analytics Career Track

This program teaches Excel, SQL, Python, Tableau, and Power BI, focusing on data analysis and visualization through hands-on projects and a portfolio. Students receive 1:1 mentorship, career coaching, and Slack community access. The job guarantee offers a refund if no job is secured (conditions apply). The program equips students for data analyst roles with comprehensive career support. To apply, you should have strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills, and at least 2 years of professional experience using office, design, or programming tools. If you don’t meet the experience criteria, you’ll need to complete the Foundations to Core program before starting the main track.

• Online: Yes
• Part Time: Yes, 15-20 hours per week
• Duration: 6 months (approximately 26 weeks)
• Cost: $8,900 (Upfront) (For other financing options, check the website)
• 12-Month Job Placement Rate: 89.4%

Software Engineering Career Track

Developed with Colt Steele, this course covers Python, SQL, JavaScript, APIs, AI, React, and Node, with students building production-ready web apps and a portfolio. This program is designed to be accessible for beginners, so no prior technical experience is required. The program includes 1:1 mentorship, career coaching, and community support via Slack. Graduates report an average starting salary of $75,237. The job guarantee ensures a refund if no job is secured within six months (conditions apply).

• Online: Yes
• Part Time: Yes, 15-20 hours per week
• Duration: 9 months (approximately 36 weeks)
• Cost: $9,900 (upfront) (For other options, check the website)
• 12-Month Job Placement Rate: 88.4%

 Cybersecurity Career Track

Cybersecurity Career Track prepares students for the CompTIA Security+ certification, covering threat detection, cryptography, and tools like Kali and Wireshark through 50 labs, 35 mini-projects, and a capstone. Students receive 1:1 mentorship, career coaching, and community support. This beginner-friendly cybersecurity bootcamp is tailored for individuals who are either new to the field or looking to strengthen their existing skills. To enrol, you must be at least 18 years old and have a strong command of the English language to ensure you can fully engage with the course content.

• Online: Yes
• Part Time: Yes, 15-20 hours per week
• Duration: 6 months (approximately 26 weeks)
• Cost: $10,900 (Upfront) (For other options, check the website)
• Minimum Skill Level: Beginner-friendly, no prior cybersecurity experience required.
• 12-Month Job Placement Rate: 85.6%

UI/UX Design Career Track

The UI/UX Design Career Track teaches Sketch, Figma, wireframing, and personas, with students completing real client projects and a capstone for a portfolio. The program includes 1:1 mentorship, career coaching, and Slack community access. Graduates report an average starting salary of $84,316 (2023 data). The job guarantee offers a refund if no job is secured within six months (conditions apply). The UI/UX Design Career Track is beginner-friendly and open to applicants from all backgrounds. While a bachelor’s degree (in any field) is recommended, it is not required for admission.

• Online: Yes
• Part Time: Yes, 15-20 hours per week
• Duration: 9 months (approximately 36 weeks)
• Cost: $7,190(Upfront) (For other options, check website)

How to Apply?

Step 1. Submit the Application

Complete the online application form (about 10–15 minutes).

Step 2. Admissions Call

After submitting, a member of the admissions team will contact you via phone to discuss your background and goals.

Step 3. Technical Skills Survey

You’ll receive a skills survey to gauge your current knowledge.

Step 4. Payment

Once you pass the survey, you’ll receive a link to choose your preferred start date and payment plan.