February 11 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Do you want to minimize debt and increase scholarship and financial aid resources? This webinar offers strategies to help music students from low-income backgrounds manage higher education expenses effectively. Learn how to create realistic budgets, explore cost-saving opportunities, and compare commuting versus off-campus housing options. The session will also help you understand student loans, loan forgiveness programs, and alternatives such as part-time work and co-op programs. Participants will be prepared to navigate financial aid, manage budgets effectively, and minimize student debt.

Who is this session for? This session is targeted towards prospective music students and families from low-income backgrounds. This session will also be beneficial for private instructors and program managers who seek guidance in this area.

Registration is free for Equity Arc and El Sistema USA members, and $35 for non-members.
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March 4 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Get the inside scoop from renowned faculty member Peter Slowik and accomplished admissions professional Fred Peterbark on the financial aid process. Learn how to identify scholarships, negotiate your financial aid package, navigate student loans to access the school of your choice.

Who is this session for? This session is targeted towards prospective music students and families seeking to begin their college preparation process. This session will also be beneficial for private instructors and program managers who are supporting their students’ musical journey.

Registration is free for Equity Arc and El Sistema USA members, and $35 for non-members.
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May 6 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
This session aims to empower young musicians to find and use their voice effectively in collegiate and conservatory environments. Attendees will learn tools for success, including how to assess their landscape, identify their assets and evaluate their needs, and advocate for themselves in academic and pre-professional settings.

Who is this session for? This session is targeted towards prospective music students and families seeking to begin their college preparation process. This session will also be beneficial for private instructors, program managers, and collegiate administrators who are supporting their students’ musical journey.

Registration is free for Equity Arc and El Sistema USA members, and $35 for non-members.
Learn more about Equity Arc membership | Learn more about El Sistema USA membership