Reach University

Grades 11–12 Postsecondary

Reach University turns jobs into debt-free degrees. Serving as our nation’s first and only nonprofit university dedicated to advancing on-the-job degrees and credentials, known as Apprenticeship Degrees, Reach brings higher education into the workplace and inspires deep learning through inquiry, dialogue, collaboration, and on-the-job practice—freeing minds, building careers, and strengthening the workforce.

ORGANIZATION TYPE

Non-Profit Operator

STUDENTS SERVED

1000+

GEOGRAPHIC REACH

National

STATE(S) COVERED

California, Louisiana, Arkansas, Alabama, Colorado, Texas, Georgia, Mississippi, Washington, Oregon

LOCALE(S) SERVED

Rural, Suburban, Urban, Tribal

WBL SERVICE MODELS

Apprenticeship, Capstone/Practicum, Registered Apprenticeship

DELIVERY MODALITY

Hybrid

TYPICAL DURATION

Long-term

SCHOOL-BASED TIMING

After-school, Summer

COMPENSATION TYPE

Paid, Academic Credit, Credential

STAKEHOLDERS SERVED

Students, Educators, Employers, State Education Agency, Professional

LANGUAGE SUPPORT

English Only

TARGETED POPULATIONS

English Learners, Underrepresented Minorities, Female Learners, Low-income / FRPL Eligible, Other

DISABILITY ACCOMMODATIONS

CAREER CLUSTERS ALIGNMENT

Education

FUNDING MODEL

Grants, Philanthropy

SIMILAR PROVIDERS

Pittsburgh Chapter National Tooling & Machining Foundation

Regional

The Pittsburgh Chapter National Tooling & Machining Foundation is a 501 non-profit organization dedicated to training and developing future professionals in the metalworking and manufacturing industry in southwestern Pennsylvania. Its work includes a four-year registered apprenticeship program combining classroom instruction and on-the-job learning, as well as youth initiatives like robotics and STEM programs that build pathways into advanced manufacturing.

Available in: PA

grades 6–8 grades 9–10 grades 11–12 postsecondary grades k–5

ImBlaze by Big Picture Learning

Nationwide

National

ImBlaze is the leading WBL management tool. Through our web and mobile solution, schools and other orgs an manage their "Rolodex" of opportunities, track student attendance, and keep track of compliance paperwork. ImBlaze enables programs to grow social capital for young people and provide outside of school opportunities.

Available in: Nationwide

grades 9–10 grades 11–12

New Orleans Career Center

Local

New Orleans Career Center is New Orleans' flagship workforce training hub for youth. Founded in 2017, NOCC prepares both high school students and young adults for high-demand, middle-skill careers that offer living wages, benefits, and additional learning opportunities. NOCC trains for four local, high-demand industries with over 90% of trainees getting certified during their training, with an annual enrollment of 800 for the 2025-2026 training year from 23 NOLA-PS high schools.

Available in: LA

grades 11–12 postsecondary