Career Compass of Louisiana

At Career Compass, we know that to be successful tomorrow, young people must earn a degree or certificate today. In order to do that, students need to graduate from high school with a realistic plan for their futures. The problem is that the process is often difficult and discouraging, which can lead to students feeling powerless and frustrated. We believe that there is a place for every student after high school. As former educators and parents, we understand that every student faces unique obstacles when they apply to college, which is why we have helped hundreds of thousands of middle and high school students gain access to opportunities after high school.

Last year, we empowered 4,776 12th graders from the Community Foundation service area to make a plan after high school graduation. Here's how we do it: First, students meet with a caring college & career coach. Next, they work together to create a personalized success plan for after high school. Finally, we help students turn their plans into reality - all before they graduate high school.

You can join us on our mission to empower Louisiana's high school students by donating today. In the meantime, find us on Facebook, or follow us on Instagram and Twitter (@careercompassla)!

Testimonials

"Applying to a four-year school was totally unfamiliar for my parents. They married young and took turns attending technical college, my father in the construction industry and my mother in the medical office arena. That's what Career Compass really helped me with - understanding and getting through the application process." -Nikki Riley, now studying at Ouachita Baptist University.

"Career Compass helped me apply and guided me on the confusing parts of the application. When my mom couldn't answer my questions, they were there. I could tell they were really passionate and dedicated to what they do. Not only that, but they made sure that I knew about preview days and met all my deadlines." -Kenyada Smith, now in college

"Career Compass helped me to know where to start and what to do each step of the way in the college application process.Without Career Compass' help, I wouldn't have had all my thoughts together, and applying for college would not have gone nearly as smoothly as it did." -Jake Vincent, now a senior at Nicholls State University.