In the last five years, the college admissions landscape has seen seismic changes, and some of the most significant have concerned standardized testing—from ever-evolving testing requirements to the digitization of the ACT and SAT to changing test lengths and rigor. C…
For many students, standardized testing is one of the most daunting and anxiety-inducing aspects of the college admissions process. Command Education’s Senior Tutors work one-on-one with students to help them master these challenges, overcome test-taking anxiety, and …
Should you attend a conservatory or aim for a music program at a top school? From choosing the right path to pursue their music dreams, finding the best fit program, building a portfolio, and preparing for auditions, going through the college admissions process as a mus…
The way you spend your summer can speak volumes on your college applications. Top colleges regard summer activities as a means of better understanding applicants’ passions and interests, and determining the kind of community members they will be outside of the classro…
Visiting college campuses is a critical step in the process of honing a balanced college list and setting goals for the college admissions process. Seeing a school firsthand allows students to assess its academic offerings, campus culture, and their overall fit with the…
Many parents assume that they are well-equipped to coach their children through the college admissions process. Yet the last five years have seen seismic shifts in higher education, and many parents usher their children into the admissions process only to discover that …
At Command Education, we help students interested in the legal field develop compelling applicant profiles by guiding them to identify their passions, engage in meaningful extracurriculars, explore their interests through independent passion projects, and craft a narrat…
The process of developing a Wharton-worthy resume begins freshman year of high school. Business is a broad and diverse field, and top programs are seeking to admit students who will use their passion for business to solve real-world problems. To gain insights into how o…
The Common App essay (also known as the Personal Essay or Personal Statement) is one of the most crucial components of the college application. But what exactly are admissions officers looking for in these essays? How can students catch their attention in a sea of appli…
As the college admissions landscape grows ever more competitive and cutthroat, families with high school students are increasingly taking education into consideration as they make major decisions about professional growth, personal finance, and where they choose to live…
