Instruments for Success

College Preparedness and Career Pathways

Meets: Mondays and Wednesdays, 4:30 to 6:30 pm
Dates: September 23 through November 4
Location: Temple University, Center City Campus, 1515 Market Street

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Instruments for Success

This semester of Instruments for Success covers all aspects of the college search and application process. By the conclusion of the program, you can expect that you will have submitted or be ready to submit your college applications. 

Topics covered include:

  • How to choose the right school

  • Prepare for applications and auditions

  • Understand financial aid

  • Scholarship opportunities.

  • Mental health and well-being.

  • Financial Readiness: Understanding, budgeting, credit, and savings.

  • Guest speakers from the arts and business communities also discuss their education and career path and answer your questions. 


Instruments for Success is led by Project 440’s college admissions experts and enrollment professionals who have more than 20 years of experience in guiding and assisting students and families through the search and enrollment process.

** High school seniors are strongly encouraged to apply.

getting to instruments for success

SEPTA's Broad Street and Market-Frankford Lines, as well as several buses (including the 4, 16, 17, 33, 38, and 48), stop within one block of the Temple University Center City campus.

SEPTA passes are provided for students who need them.

Download the printable Instruments for Success program flyer

Teacher Dave Pierre leads Instruments for Success students in an activity focused on understanding college admissions

 

WHAT OUR STUDENTS SAY

Victor is a 2026 graduate of Girard Academic Music Program and is attending the Berklee College of Music on a full scholarship.

Thank you to Madison Romano, a film and television production student at Loyola Marymount University, who created this video.

“The teachers were always there and ready to help, there was a lot of guidance from them.”
2025 Instruments for Success student

“I realized the numerous career paths available to me.”

Instruments for Success student