College & Career
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At Career Compass of Louisiana, we believe that there is a place for every student after high school. As former educators, we understand that every student faces unique obstacles in applying for college. We have helped hundreds of thousands of middle and high school students gain access to opportunities after high school.
We are here to help students and their parents with all aspects of college and career planning, including:
college applications
FAFSA
scholarships
ACT, SAT and other test scheduling
career and future planning
C O L L E G E R E S O U R C E S
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GENERAL RESOURCES
ABOUT FEDERAL AID
There are three types of federal aid:
Grants - financial aid that doesn't have to be repaid (unless, for example, you withdraw from school and owe a refund)
Work-study - a work program through which you earn money to help you pay for school
Loans - borrowed money for college or career school; you must repay your loans, with interest
You must fill out the FAFSA to be eligible for federal student aid. It is also a graduation requirement.
SCHOLARSHIP FOUNDATIONS
COMMUNITY SCHOLARSHIPS
CLECO Corporate Holdings Education Scholarship
McLaurin Memorial Nursing Scholarship
STATE AND NATIONAL SCHOLARSHIPS
ABOUT INSTITUTIONAL AID
Many colleges and universities offer financial aid from their own funds. Find out what might be available to you:
Visit your college's financial aid page on its website, or ask someone in the financial aid office.
Ask at the department that offers your course of study; they might have a scholarship for students in your major.
Fill out any applications the school requires for its own aid, and meet the deadlines.
ABOUT STATE AID
Even if you're not eligible for federal aid, you might be eligible for financial aid from Louisiana. Contact LOSFA for more information.
ABOUT PRIVATE AID
Many organizations offer scholarships or grants to help students pay for school. Check out our "search for scholarships" section.
SEARCH FOR SCHOLARSHIPS
C A R E E R R E S O U R C E S
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GENERAL RESOURCES
APPLYING FOR A JOB
Creating a strong resume and cover letter is a critical part of landing any job. These documents are the first glimpse a potential employer gets into you and what you bring to the table. Don't underestimate the importance of having a thorough, professional, standout resume and cover letter.
RÉSUMÉ TOOLS & EXAMPLES
M I L I T A R Y R E S O U R C E S
The U.S. Military consists of six active-duty Services and their respective Reserve and National Guard units. All branches are equal parts of the United States Uniformed Services, headed by the President as Commander-in-Chief.
The Army, Marine Corps, Navy, Air Force and Space Force fall under the jurisdiction of the Department of Defense (DoD). The Coast Guard reports to the Department of Homeland Security during peacetime and to the DoD (by way of the Navy) during wartime. Reserve and National Guard units perform as active-duty service members on a part-time basis. These troops train close to home, deploying when needed to aid in international conflict or domestic disaster relief.
Before serving in the Military, there are a few things a young adult can do to prepare. The ASVAB Career Exploration Program can help young adults discover suitable jobs. Likewise, they must meet certain requirements to serve, including age, educational and physical prerequisites. Once committed to service, training begins in the form of boot camp (officially called Initial Entry Training).
SERVICE ACADEMIES
Military Academy
Naval Academy
Air Force Academy
Coast Guard Academy
Merchant Marine Academy
SENIOR MILITARY COLLEGES
The Citadel
Norwich University
Texas A&M University
Univ. of North Georgia
VA Military Institute
VA Tech Corps of Cadets
VA Women's Leadership Institute
BE ALL YOU CAN BE. | U.S. ARMY
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Army Active Duty
Army Reserve
Army National Guard (See Below)
CREATE A LEGACY OF SERVICE | ARMY NATIONAL GUARD
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Louisiana Army National Guard
Army Guard Reserve
THE FEW. THE PROUD. | U.S. MARINE CORPS
Sgt Isaiah Gunn
isaiah.gunn@marines.usmc.mil
(662) 347-1141
Marines Active Duty
Marine Corps Reserve
FORGED BY THE SEA | U.S. NAVY
E5/MM2 Korbin T. Guidry
korbin.t.guidry.mil@us.navy.mil
(318) 464-7678
Navy Active Duty
Navy Reserve
AIM HIGH | U.S. AIR FORCE
TSgt Raychelle Means
raychelle.means.1@us.af.mil
(318) 792-5546
Air Force Active Duty
Air Force Reserve
Air National Guard
Air Force Civilian Service
BECOME A GUARDIAN | U.S. SPACE FORCE
TSgt Raychelle Means
raychelle.means.1@us.af.mil
(318) 792-5546
Space Force Active Duty
MAKE AN IMPACT | U.S. COAST GUARD
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Coast Guard Active Duty
Coast Guard Reserve
U.S. MERCHANT MARINE
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Merchant Marine