By Rural Students, For Rural Students
Compass supports students who are ready to take the next step toward their future. We connect you with mentors, opportunities, and real-world experiences that help you turn goals into action. Through hands-on learning and personalized guidance, you will gain the confidence, skills, and direction to discover what is possible and the support to get there.
OUR COMPASS
Your future starts here.
Compass helps students take their goals seriously and turn them into real plans. We connect you with mentors, resources, and a community that believes in your potential. Whether your next step is college, trade school, or another path, Compass gives you the tools and guidance to move forward with confidence.
"Before Compass, I didn’t really believe in dreaming big. Now I know it’s okay to."
Jessica
Class '26
our PROGRAMS
Developing scholars and building communities.
OUR SCHOLARS
The next generation of America deserves rural representation.
Our scholars carry with them the grit, values, and lived experiences of rural America. These perspectives are too often left out of national conversations. By investing in their potential, we are not just opening doors for individuals; we are amplifying voices that will shape a more balanced, compassionate, and innovative future for all.
Start Something New at Your School
Every Compass chapter begins with a few students who are ready to lead. If your school does not have Compass yet, you can help bring it to life. As part of a founding class, you will work with mentors and educators to build a program that opens doors for you and future students. Reach out to learn how to start Compass at your school and become part of something that will grow for years to come.