College is Expensive. Music Can Help.

Help your child get noticed by top colleges, build meaningful connections with recruiters, and find the perfect fit for their academic and musical future.

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How CTPathways Helps Your Child Succeed

CommonTime Pathways simplifies the college search process while providing your child with the resources to build a strong foundation for future success.

Whether they plan to major in music or pursue another field, we help them connect with top colleges, gain early recognition, and access scholarships tailored to their musical talents.

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How to Get Started:

Sign Up & Post a Short Performance Video

Create a free account for your child and upload a short video showcasing their musical talent. This will help them get noticed by top colleges and professors.

Search & Match with 1800+ Schools

Help your child explore over 1800 colleges and music programs, finding the best fit based on their musical talents, academic interests, location, size, and other key preferences.

Meet Virtually with Faculty

Register for virtual recruiting events and chat directly with professors about their programs, getting insider insights to help your child choose the right fit.

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Create A Free Profile

For students ages 13+, get started with a free account that fits your child’s needs, whether they’re just beginning or ready to connect with top schools.

We’ll guide them every step of the way, with features that include:

  • Personalized Search: Create a profile, enter your data, and instantly find target, reach, and safety schools that match your musical talent and preferences.

  • Register for online recruiting events to meet college admissions officers, music professors, and program directors from top schools.

  • Message schools directly to ask about the application process and build relationships with faculty before applying.

  • Access a content library with expert tips on how to enhance your digital portfolio and make your talent stand out to colleges and programs.

  • Maximize your chances of receiving top scholarship offers by connecting with schools actively seeking musicians like you.

FAQs

  • Absolutely! Many of our best success stories involve students who study other subjects while participating in campus musical activities. Colleges actively recruit these well-rounded students because they bring diverse perspectives and strong work ethics to their ensembles. Musical background can provide scholarship opportunities regardless of intended major.

  • Music scholarships can significantly reduce college costs, often regardless of major. Students who remain musical in college also tend to become lifelong supporters of the arts and often report higher satisfaction with their college experience. The skills developed through music — discipline, collaboration, creativity — are highly valued across all career fields.

  • Many music educators and college counselors focus on traditional pathways because that’s what has existed up until now. Just as athletes have access to dedicated recruiting channels, musicians now have a platform to connect with colleges in ways that were previously unavailable.

  • If you child has been actively in music and is planning to attend college, this platform is relevant. It doesn’t matter whether they’re planning to major in music or any other field. If they’ve invested time in developing musical skills, they deserve to know what opportunities exist.

    • Create Your Free Profile
      Head to the Sign Up Page

    • Showcase Your Talent
      Upload a performance video to boost your visibility with college scouts and faculty.

    • Share What Matters
      Fill out your preferences, musical background, and academic interests so we can match you meaningfully.

    • Explore Your Matches
      Discover programs and schools aligned with your goals and connect directly with college recruiters.

    • Join Live Recruiting Events
      Attend virtual events and Q&As to meet institutions, ask questions, and get ahead in the process.

  • Our team includes experienced music educators who understand the challenges students and families face. We provide ongoing support throughout the process and are available to answer questions as they arise.

    You can contact us through the platform or email us at contact@ctpathways.com