Congratulations!
Congrats on taking the first steps towards your education goals. Have you received your approval email from Guild? If not, don’t worry, you should receive an email within seven days of submitting your Guild application.
If you have received your Guild approval email, double congratulations! Here are your next steps for becoming a Guild student at Springboard:
Tech Requirements
Students may be required to download software to complete coursework as part of this program and should have access to a personal computer in order to download and access the required software. This software may not be downloadable or accessible on an employer-issued computer.
Springboard requires access to high-speed internet and a MAC or PC computer for Springboard programs in order to complete coursework. Chromebooks, smartphones, and tablets will not allow for successful completion of the coursework. Please make sure that you have the required tech necessary to successfully participate in the program.
1 — Make Sure You're Eligible
Check to make sure you're eligible for your company's education benefit, right up to the first day of of your courses. Go to the Guild home page and check your eligibility status in the upper right-hand corner. For more information about eligibility, contact Guild support.
2 — Confirm Your Spot
Once your Guild application is approved, you'll need to confirm your spot in Springboard's program for the next start date.
Log in to your Guild account and visit your Applications page to confirm your spot, then either Springboard or Guild will reach out to you with next steps.
Be sure to confirm your spot by the 29th day of the month before your start date, or February 27, if the start date is in March, or you will have to start in a later term.
If you don't confirm your spot by the 29th day, your start date will automatically update to the next start date available (up to 90 days out). You should be able to view your new start date and confirm your spot for the new start date within your Guild portal. If you don't confirm your spot for the updated start date, you will need to re-apply.
3 — Submit Your Springboard Application
You will receive an email from Springboard with directions on how to apply for acceptance into your chosen program. Be sure to choose the same learning program on your Springboard application that you selected on the Guild application, or you may have to pay for the program on your own. Please also be sure to use the same name, email address, and other personal information you used on your Guild application when completing the Springboard application. Using different information may result in delays for your start at Springboard.
Make sure to read the email completely to understand what is required for your application.
Next, visit Springboard’s Application to complete your application & enrollment process. Please make sure that you've confirmed your spot (Step 2) before completing the Springboard application.
If you have previous education outside of the U.S. (i.e., foreign credentials), there aren't extra requirements to complete at Springboard.
For admissions questions, reach out to enterprise-admissions@springboard.com.
4 — Confirm Acceptance at Springboard
Once you receive and decision letter from Springboard, following the instructions provided and be sure to take the appropriate steps to confirm your acceptance.
5 — Complete Your Springboard Orientation Process
Make sure to take time to complete the Springboard orientation process to learn more details about your program, expectations, and keys to your academic success!
6 — Complete the First Week of Coursework
Make sure you complete your first week of coursework in order to stay enrolled in your program at Springboard. Failure to do so may result in you being automatically dropped from the program or prevent you from continuing.
7 — Chat with Your Guild Growth Coach for Support
Once you’ve completed the first week of coursework, you’ll have a chance to talk with your Guild Growth Coach. This is the time to discuss your education and career aspirations, ask questions, and set goals for completing your program at Springboard.
8 — Complete Your Coursework at Springboard
Your Guild support network, along with your Springboard support team, will be there to offer guidance and support throughout your program. Don’t hesitate to reach out to Guild Support for help or Springboard advisors with any questions you may have!
Timeline for Funding
You can learn more about the timeline of Tuition Assistance Funding by clicking here https://guild.force.com/helpcenter/s/article/How-Tuition-Assistance-works. You'll also want to ensure you are tagged as a Guild student with the school and ensure you continue to meet your employer's eligibility requirements.