About the School
Springboard is an online bootcamp founded in the US that helps adult students master IT professions from scratch or deepen existing skills. The school is known for its job guarantee: if you don't receive an offer within 6 months of graduation, you get your money back. Programs last 6 to 9 months and include mentor sessions, career coaching, real-world projects, and interview preparation. Springboard is accredited as an educational institution and partners with leading technology companies.
Programs and Formats
Springboard offers the following tracks:
- Software Engineering Bootcamp — full-stack web development (JavaScript, React, Python, SQL). Duration: 9 months, 20-30 hours per week.
- Data Science Career Track — Python, statistics, machine learning, SQL. Duration: 6 months, 15-20 hours per week.
- UX Design Career Track — user research, prototyping, Figma. Duration: 6 months.
- Cyber Security Career Track — network security, ethical hacking, compliance. Duration: 6 months.
- Data Analytics Bootcamp — Excel, SQL, Tableau, Python. Duration: 6 months.
- Machine Learning Engineering — advanced ML, neural networks, MLOps. Duration: 6 months.
All programs are online with flexible schedules. There is a trial period (usually 7 days) with the possibility of a refund.
Cost and What's Included
Course prices range from $7,500 to $12,000 per program. The price includes:
- Personal mentor (weekly calls)
- Career coach (resume, portfolio, interview practice)
- Access to the platform with projects and learning materials
- Certificate of completion
- Job guarantee (money back if you don't find a job within 6 months)
There are no hidden fees. You can pay upfront or in installments through partners (Climb, Ascent).
Why Choose Springboard
- Guaranteed results: money back if no job within 6 months.
- Mentor support: each student gets an industry mentor who helps with projects and career.
- Career services: help with resume, LinkedIn, portfolio, interview preparation.
- Up-to-date programs: curriculum is updated based on market demands.
- Flexibility: learn at your own pace while working.
What to Consider Before Choosing
- High cost: from $7,500 — more expensive than many alternatives.
- Requires self-discipline: online format without strict deadlines isn't for everyone.
- English language: all instruction is in English; at least Intermediate level required.
- Job guarantee applies only to US residents and some countries. Check conditions.
- Intensity: programs require 15-30 hours per week, which can be challenging with a full-time job.
