Is Compass Career College worth it?
Compass Career College is a private for-profit, less-than-two-year institution in Hammond, Louisiana (small suburb). It awarded 68 certificates in 2024, most often in cosmetology, medical assistant and licensed practical nurse training.
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Median earnings 1 year after
$22,774
Median earnings 4 years after
$29,232
Median earnings 10 years after
$21,175
Average net price
$12,610
Completion rate
59%
Completions (2024)
68
Years to pay back
1.7 years
Students (undergrad)
194
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Undergraduate certificate | $16,647 | $28,710 | 49 |
| Precision Metal Working | Undergraduate certificate | $25,735 | $41,972 | 39 |
| Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services | Undergraduate certificate | $12,318 | $21,567 | 32 |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Undergraduate certificate | $53,339 | N/A | 25 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Undergraduate certificate | $26,169 | $36,456 | 18 |
Source: College Scorecard, June 2026 release, and IPEDS. Earnings cover federally aided students only, so they do not cover every graduate.
Awards conferred, by program
| Program | Award level | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 24 |
| Medical/Clinical Assistant | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 20 |
| Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 11 |
| Medical Insurance Coding Specialist/Coder | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 8 |
| Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide | Certificate under 12 weeks | 5 |
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Sources: federal figures for Compass Career College. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for Louisiana. Counts under 10 are not published.
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