Senior Mentor Ibrahim offers insights about what admissions officers look for in interviews—and how Command Education can help your student.
Q&A with Ellen: Should I join Greek Life in College?
Whether you’re heading into rush this spring or simply exploring your options, understanding the culture, commitments, and benefits of Greek life can help you embark on collegiate social life with confidence and intentionality.
Prestigious Summer Programs to Apply to This Winter
Applications to the most prestigious and competitive summer programs are due within the coming weeks. Applying to and attending a prestigious summer program is a great way to strengthen a student’s resume and college application.
Q&A with Ethan: How to Get Into Babson College
How can a student assess whether Babson is right for them? And what are Babson admissions officers looking for in applicants? Director of Mentoring Ethan shares insider expertise on how students can stand out in the Babson admissions process.
Q&A with Ian: How Command Education Helps Current College Students Excel
For many students, the transition to college can present just as many challenges and stresses as the college admissions process itself—which is why consistent, one-on-one mentorship is just as important in this stage of life, too.
October 2025: What We’re Talking About This Month
Whether you’re a senior finalizing your essays or a younger student building your academic and extracurricular foundation, October is the perfect time to lock in and level up your college application profile.
Command Education Senior Mentors Partner With ACES to Give Back
Last week, members of the Command Education team traveled to New Haven, CT to host a college admissions workshop at ACES.
Q&A with Josh: Turn Your Weird Hobby into a Memorable College Application
While academic endeavors demonstrate students’ intellectual capabilities, the things they enjoy outside of the classroom—whether related to their intended major or not—go a long way in showcasing their personality, creativity, and originality.
Q&A with Ellen: How to Stand Out as a PreMed Applicant
Pre-med is one of the most rigorous pre-professional paths that students can pursue. According to one study, only 16.5% of students who intended to complete their degree with the coursework necessary to attend medical school do so, as more challenging courses weed out...
Q&A with Vincent: How Our Senior Mentors Help Students Develop Executive Functioning Skills
Developing soft skills such as organization, time management, communication, teamwork, adaptability, and self-awareness during their middle school and early high school years equips students to set and achieve ambitious goals and make the most of the opportunities they …