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Musical Talent Shouldn’t have to Fight for Recognition

We make sure the right programs discover the right musicians.

Our Growing Network of Institutions

  • Florida State University College of Music logo in maroon and purple text.
  • Texas Tech University logo with a red double T and black text reading 'Texas Tech University'.
  • Syracuse University College of Visual and Performing Arts logo with orange 'S' and text in orange and blue.
  • Boston University College of Fine Arts School of Music logo with red BU emblem and text.
  • Kansas Wesleyan University logo with a castle illustration and the university name in purple and black text.
  • University of Florida logo with blue text and red accent on a white background.
  • Logo of Longy School of Music of Bard College featuring the word 'LONGY' in purple with a musical note inside the letter 'O', and the text 'School of Music of Bard College' underneath.
  • Pittsburg State University logo with a gorilla face and red and yellow colors.
  • University of Georgia logo with the university name in red and a shield emblem with a columns and arch design.
  • Logo of the Royal Irish Academy of Music with the acronym RIAM and full name beneath.
  • University of the Arts logo featuring a red tower and black circular seal with text, and the words 'Department of Music' beneath.
  • Bridgewater State University logo featuring a red depiction of a clock tower.
  • Bryant University Athletic Bands logo featuring a muscular bulldog with a chain collar and the text 'Bryant University Athletic Bands' beneath it.
  • Westfield State University logo with a tree, shield, and statue of a Native American figure
  • University of Hartford logo with black background and red text
  • Seal of the United States Department of Massachusetts with a shield, a sword, and a banner, encircled by the words "United Department of Massachusetts" and the year "1865."
  • Logo of the United States Chess Federation, celebrating its 80th anniversary, with a shield design featuring a chess king piece, and text marking the event.
  • Franklin Pierce University logo with stylized 'FP' initials in burgundy and the university name in matching text.
  • Purchase College logo with text 'Purchase College State University of New York' and a purple speech bubble.
  • Logo for UMass Dartmouth Music with orange background and white text.
  • Logo for the Lamont School of Music at the University of Denver featuring the letters D and J in red and gold.
  • Logo of Boston Conservatory at Berklee featuring a stylized 'b' and the text '15 Boston Conservatory at Berklee' in blue.

Majors and Non-Majors, we connect you with programs that are looking for you too!

There’s a lot of money and opportunity waiting for students with a music background. Our platform lets institutions come to you, and you go to them.

Use CommonTime Pathways to:

  • Search & Match with 1800+ schools who offer music programs for majors and non-majors.

  • Message faculty directly and join exclusive virtual recruiting events.

  • Upload a short video of your performance and get noticed by professors and college scouts.

How We Help You Succeed

  • Orchestra rehearsal with musicians playing string instruments including violins and cellos, guided by a conductor in front of the stage.

    For Applicants

    Get Recruited: Create one profile, customize your preferences & get discovered.

    Save Hours of Research: Skip endless college searches. Get matched with programs that fit your goals, and connect directly with the schools that interest you most.

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  • A family of three, with a mother and father embracing their daughter in a loving moment, standing against a light gray textured wall.

    For Families

    Direct Access to Decision Makers: Message faculty directly. Build real relationships beyond application numbers.

    Scholarship Opportunities: Unlock music-based scholarships and opportunities you never knew existed.

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  • Empty auditorium with rows of wooden chairs, facing a stage and a clock on the wall.

    For Institutions

    Predictive Analytics: Identify top candidates with data-driven insights.

    Year-Round Recruiting: Recruit anytime via the Digital Recruiting Fair.

    Achieve Enrollment Goals: Streamline recruitment and meet your targets!

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FAQs

  • CommonTime Pathways is a recruiting platform that connects student musicians with college programs and scholarships. We are providing you with the same networking and recruiting opportunities that student athletes have enjoyed for years — finally bringing the power of athletic recruiting to the music world.

  • CommonTime Pathways is a social platform designed specifically for music recruitment. Students create profiles, upload performance videos, and share their academic goals and preferences. Colleges can discover these students, and students can also explore and connect with schools directly. This mutual connection helps both students and colleges find their perfect match.

  • Absolutely not! This is one of our biggest misconceptions to clear up. You don't need to major in music to contribute value to a college campus. Many of our opportunities are for non-majors who want to participate in marching bands, orchestras, choirs, and other musical ensembles while studying engineering, psychology, pre-med, or any other field.

  • Traditional music recruiting often relies on limited channels — competitions, expensive summer programs, or chance encounters with faculty. This has created barriers for many talented students. Our platform opens up year-round recruiting opportunities where colleges actively search for students, regardless of whether they’ve participated in traditional recruiting pathways.