Take the guesswork out of getting ahead
Most online courses are designed for the classroom, not the workforce. Springboard is different.
Online, flexible, and fast
Learn on your schedule in less time than a full degree. No need to put your life on hold.
Project based to turn learning into action
Build skills and put them to work through projects that will kick your learning into motion.
Human support from day one
Get expert 1-on-1 support from a mentor, career coach, and student advisor. They’ll help you meet your goals.
Launch your career with 6 months of job prep
We'll help you build a portfolio, craft a design resume, polish your LinkedIn profile, and do mock interviews—up to 6 months after graduation.
Get paid to follow your creative passion
+$24K
Average salary increase of Springboard UI/UX Design students who provided pre- and post-course salaries
December 2023
In this bootcamp you will:
Conduct user research and identify design problems
Sketch solutions, wireframe, build high-fidelity mockups, and create prototypes
Use UI elements and patterns to create designs that delight users and increase usability
Plus, you’ll learn the tools designers use, like:
In this nine month course, you’ll develop a design-thinking mindset and learn to influence how users engage with a company’s products and services.
NEW! AI learning units added to design curriculum
Learn to harness the power of AI with new learning units throughout your UI/UX Design curriculum. Design experiences faster and smarter, plus build unique skill sets that put you ahead of the competition.
What you'll learn:
Learn how to use ChatGPT to gather user research and create user personas
Use AI to quickly access information architecture templates so you have more time to unleash your creativity
Build experiences based on machine learning so you’re prepared to be at the forefront of design
Build a portfolio that proves your skills to hiring managers
The best way to learn UI and UX design is to get hands-on experience. Complete two capstone projects and a design sprint. Build an interview-ready portfolio you can show to future employers.
While working on projects, you will:
Identify a customer problem to solve
Conduct competitive research
Sketch, design and build a prototype
Perform usability testing and identify improvements
Past projects from Springboard students
Lynette May
Capstone project: An app that enhances the relationship between therapist and patient
Annie Nguyen
Capstone project: An efficient and engaging process to find furniture
Get real-world experience with an external client project
Complete a four-week remote externship with a startup. It’s an exclusive experience that will set you apart from others. During this Industry Design Project you’ll get:
Exposure to the industry by working with a company
An opportunity to dive deeper into an aspect of the UI/UX design process
Experience working in collaboration with design teams and directly with clients
Meet the team that will help you transform your career
Learning on your own can only take you so far. Humans learn best from other humans.
Springboard’s proven human-centric approach means you have a team behind you from day one.
Your mentor
Build skills faster with an expert in your corner. Your mentor will keep you accountable and give you an insider's view.
Your career coach
Get prepared for the job search. Your career coach will help you gain confidence and know-how to land the role.
Your student advisor
Stay on track and achieve your goals. Your student advisor has your back and will keep you on track to graduation.
Your community
You’ve got a built-in community — students who, just like you, are betting big on themselves.
Why Springboard vs. other bootcamps
We're the only bootcamp to offer all the features below. Plus our program is designed to fit your schedule — all at an affordable cost.
(Data as of November 2024)
Springboard | Flatiron | Thinkful | General Assembly | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
1:1 Mentoring | ✔️ | ❌ | ✔️ | ❌ |
Real Client Project | ✔️ | ❌ | ❌ | ✔️ |
Job Prep for 6 months after graduation | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ | ❌ |
Tuition* | $7,900* | $16,900 | $12,150 FT / $9,500 PT | $16,450 |
Here’s why people just like you choose Springboard for UI/UX design
I liked how intensive the program was. 700-plus hours of material and you get mentorship, career coaching, and the student community on Slack. The Google Career Certificate wasn’t even close to the Springboard program.
Bria Fauntleroy
UI/UX Design Graduate
From Freelance Graphic Designer
To UX Designer @ Blacks in Technology
The real-world projects were the most valuable part of the bootcamp because they helped me when I was networking and getting through job interviews. I learned how to communicate effectively, showcase my work, and do research.
Valena Del Valle
UI/UX Design Graduate
From Undergrad at the Univ. of Bridgeport
To Product Designer @ The Hartford
The Industry Design Project was the most valuable part of my Springboard experience because I could use it as a selling point during job interviews. When companies would ask me, "Have you worked with other designers before?" I could say, "Yes, I have."
Erich Schulz
UI/UX Design Graduate
From Public School Teacher
To Product Designer @ Disney
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