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# Command Education: Top College Consultants

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- [Q&A with Ibrahim: How Command Education Helps Students Stand Out in College Admissions Interviews](https://www.commandeducation.com/college-admissions-interviews/): 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?](https://www.commandeducation.com/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](https://www.commandeducation.com/summer-programs/): 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](https://www.commandeducation.com/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](https://www.commandeducation.com/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](https://www.commandeducation.com/wwta-october-2025/): 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](https://www.commandeducation.com/26250123-2/): 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](https://www.commandeducation.com/weird-hobby-into-memorable-app/): 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](https://www.commandeducation.com/stand-out-premed/): 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 thousands of students from competitive programs. Given the significant challenge of both keeping up with the demands of coursework and developing a competitive extracurricular resume, it is imperative that students start preparing for their future studies in medicine early on.
- [Q&A with Vincent: How Our Senior Mentors Help Students Develop Executive Functioning Skills](https://www.commandeducation.com/qa-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 are given.
- [How Command Education Senior Tutors Support Students on Standardized Test Prep: Q&A with Srinija](https://www.commandeducation.com/how-command-education-senior-tutors-support-students-on-standardized-test-prep-qa-with-srinija/): Every admissions cycle, Command Education Senior Tutors help students discover their learning styles and adapt their study practices to ensure effective preparation and deepen comprehension.
- [September 2025: What We’re Talking About This Month](https://www.commandeducation.com/wwta-september-2025/): Now that the fall semester has begun, seniors are hard at work on their college essays, juniors are assembling their college lists and planning college visits, and freshmen and sophomores are laying the foundation for strong grades and impressive extracurricular profiles.
- [Passion Projects at Command Education: Your Questions, Answered!](https://www.commandeducation.com/passion-projects-at-command-education-your-questions-answered/): In the competitive landscape of elite college admissions, students and parents are often inundated with advice about how to stand out from the crowd. We sat down with Command Education Mentoring Director Ibrahim to answer the most frequently asked questions about how our Senior Mentors help students develop and elevate their passion projects.
- [What Students Can Expect: 7 Questions with VP of Mentorship Strategy, Josiah](https://www.commandeducation.com/meet-our-mentors-7-questions-with-henry/): Command Education’s approach to college admissions consulting is rooted in helping students discover their core passions and convey their authentic selves to their dream schools—in other words, the experience is all about you, your interests and your future. In addition, our Senior Mentors are all recent graduates of Ivy League and other top universities, so, having gone through the process not too long ago, they are able to relate to the ups and downs of the high school experience and the stress you may be feeling as you prepare for the college admissions process. The relationship between Senior Mentors and students is the foundation for success in the college admissions process, and students overwhelmingly report that their work with their Senior Mentor was a transformative part of their high school career.
- [Cornell Q&A with Michael: How Command Education Helps Students Earn Admission](https://www.commandeducation.com/qa-with-rosy-how-command-education-helps-students-earn-admission-to-cornell/): Cornell University was founded on its namesake, Ezra Cornell’s principle: “I would found an institution where any person can find instruction in any study.” As such, the university prides itself on fostering a diverse and inclusive learning environment where students can explore a wide range of disciplines. We sat down with Senior Mentor Michael to discuss what Cornell admissions committees are looking for and how our mentors set students up for success in the Cornell admissions process.
- [August 2025: What We’re Talking About This Month](https://www.commandeducation.com/wwta-august-2025/): As students return from summer break and prepare to begin the school year, August can bring both excitement and stress. With the influx of extracurricular activities, coursework, sports practices, and college admissions prep, the fall can quickly become overwhelming. However, the key to surviving—and thriving—amidst the start of the school year lies in careful strategic planning. Students and parents should take the time early in the month to get organized, set goals, and hit the ground running to stay on track. Whether you’re a rising freshman beginning your high school journey or a rising senior diving into college applications, this is the month to reset, refocus, and get ahead of the curve.
- [How Your Choice of Major Can Impact Your Ivy League Admissions Odds](https://www.commandeducation.com/how-your-choice-of-major-can-impact-your-ivy-league-admissions-odds/): Choosing a major is one of the most exciting and consequential decisions in the college admissions process. Not only can a student’s choice of program impact their future career path, but it can also have an immediate impact on their college admissions prospects. As applicants weigh their options, here are three key insights to consider about how an intended major can impact a student’s odds of admission at top schools.
- [Will Attending An Elite High School Boost Your Admissions Odds at Top Schools?](https://www.commandeducation.com/will-attending-an-elite-high-school-boost-your-admissions-odds-at-top-schools/): Many assume that an elite private high school is a ticket to a top college. With small class sizes and dozens of students admitted to the Ivy League every cycle, the data seems to suggest that attending such a school dramatically improves a student’s odds of admission. In reality, it’s not quite that simple. Before you set your sights on Phillips Exeter, here’s what you need to know about how your choice of high school can impact your chances of admission to a top college.
- [Q&A with Lauren: How Command Education Helps Students Transfer into Their Dream School](https://www.commandeducation.com/qa-with-lauren-how-command-education-helps-students-transfer-into-their-dream-school/): For many students, the college admissions process doesn’t end after senior year of high school. Some discover that the campus community they’ve joined isn’t the right fit for them; others find that their interests have shifted and their current school doesn’t offer the major they want to pursue; others discover that the program they’re enrolled in doesn’t offer opportunities in their particular niche. In these cases, students often make the decision to transfer. However, this can be a daunting and complex process, and it is critical for students to carefully evaluate their options before choosing to leave their current institution.
- [Q&A with Steph: Volunteering as a High School Student](https://www.commandeducation.com/qa-with-steph-volunteering-as-a-high-school-student/): Volunteering can be one of the most rewarding and effective ways for high school students to explore their interests, contribute to their communities, and strengthen their college applications. Command Education Senior Mentor Steph Hwang offers expert advice on these questions and more, providing students with essential insights to approach their volunteer opportunities with strategy and intentionality.
- [How to Leverage Your AP Exams for Ivy League Admissions](https://www.commandeducation.com/how-to-leverage-your-ap-exams-for-ivy-league-admissions/): Next week, students across the country will sit for the Advanced Placement (AP) exams. Yet, given that some elite private schools have retired AP courses in favor of faculty-designed advanced and honors classes, many students and families are left wondering whether AP courses truly matter on a student’s college admissions profile.
- [How the Explosion of Private Consultants Has Changed the College Admissions Landscape](https://www.commandeducation.com/how-the-explosion-of-private-consultants-has-changed-the-college-admissions-landscape/): The admissions landscape has changed dramatically since parents applied to college years ago. Amidst declining admissions rates, swelling applicant pools, and an ever-changing target of what admissions officers are looking for, many families are discovering that the process is nearly impossible to navigate alone—and they are turning to private college consultants in record numbers in the hopes of gaining a competitive edge.
- [How Students Can Improve Their Reading Comprehension: Q&A with Giovanni](https://www.commandeducation.com/how-students-can-improve-their-reading-comprehension-qa-with-giovanni/): Reading comprehension is one of the most essential—and often insufficiently practiced—skills in a student’s academic toolkit. Whether you're preparing for the ACT or SAT or simply trying to stay on top of schoolwork, strong reading skills are a critical foundation for academic success across disciplines. Below, Command Education Senior Tutor Giovanni Salcedo shares insights into why students struggle with reading comprehension—and how Command Education Senior Tutors uniquely support students in becoming better readers.
- [What to Expect from a Tutoring Session at Command Education: Q&A with Jin](https://www.commandeducation.com/what-to-expect-from-a-tutoring-session-at-command-education-qa-with-jin/): Command Education Senior Tutors work one-on-one with students to not only create tailored lesson plans that align with their needs and learning styles, but also make learning enjoyable and exciting. We sat down with Senior Tutor Jin Yan, who shared insights about how she structures an average tutoring session, what students can expect from the Command Education tutoring approach, and how our Senior Tutors help students overcome specific learning challenges.
- [How to Level Up Your Transcript—And Prepare for College Academics: Q&A with Kyle](https://www.commandeducation.com/how-to-level-up-your-transcript-and-prepare-for-college-academics-qa-with-kyle/): Students often think about their transcript and GPA in light of one thing: the college admissions process. The stress of achieving and maintaining a 4.0, enrolling in AP and other advanced courses, and seeking out private tutoring stems in large part from students’ anxiety about standing out in the competitive admissions landscape. Below, Command Education Senior Tutor Kyle offers expert insights on what Ivy League admissions officers look for on a transcript, how students can boost their grades, and why academic success is about more than just a perfect GPA.
- [Here’s Why Your Valedictorian Got Rejected from the New Ivies](https://www.commandeducation.com/heres-why-your-valedictorian-got-rejected-from-the-new-ivies/): Every admissions season, underclassmen look to top-ranked seniors’ college results as a gauge for competitiveness in the college admissions landscape. Learning that students with a 4.0 GPA, perfect test scores, and an array of impressive extracurriculars were rejected from the Ivy League often serves as a wake-up call formany younger students. But this year, many top-performing students faced startling rejections from schools outside of the Ivy League. Here are the three primary reasons that top students get rejected from Vanderbilt and the other New Ivies—and how you can avoid making the same mistakes in your application.
- [3 Red Flags to Avoid in Your Letter of Continued Interest](https://www.commandeducation.com/3-red-flags-to-avoid-in-your-letter-of-continued-interest/): After Ivy Day’s college admissions results were released last week, many students found themselves navigating the uncertainty and stress of the waitlist. While a waitlist notification represents a frustrating delay, it does not necessarily mean that a student must forgo their dreams of attending that college. Even if the odds of acceptance off a waitlist are slim, students who still want to attend the institution by which they have been waitlisted have one final recourse: a letter of continued interest.
- [How Freshmen Can Start Strategizing for Their Ivy League Acceptance Now](https://www.commandeducation.com/how-freshmen-can-start-strategizing-for-their-ivy-league-acceptance-now/): For many high school freshmen and their parents, Ivy Day results are a rude wake up call—witnessing their school’s valedictorian and other stellar students get rejected from Ivy League and top 25 schools is anxiety-inducing. In today’s admissions climate, students need to start preparing early, think strategically, and make every aspect of their application stand out. If you’re a freshman (or the parent of one), don’t wait until it’s too late. Here are three key ways to start strategizing for college admissions now.
- [The Results Are In—Here Are Ivy League and Top College Admissions Rates for the Class of 2029](https://www.commandeducation.com/the-results-are-in-here-are-ivy-league-and-top-college-admissions-rates-for-the-class-of-2029/): Today marks the 2025 “Ivy Day,” when students across the globe receive their admissions results from Ivy League and select top schools. Beyond the numbers and data, this admissions cycle revealed important shifts in institutional priorities, as colleges reaffirm the importance of academics through the reinstatement of standardized testing requirements, place growing emphasis on interdisciplinary learning, and push for greater socioeconomic diversity following the Supreme Court’s affirmative action ruling. Here’s what this year’s results reveal about elite college admissions today—and what students need to know as they prepare for the upcoming cycle:
- [Your Odds of Getting Off the Waitlist at an Ivy League School](https://www.commandeducation.com/your-odds-of-getting-off-the-waitlist-at-an-ivy-league-school/): Receiving a waitlist notification from your dream school can feel defeating—for students who have waited months for an admissions decision, the prospect of remaining in admissions limbo is a frustrating one. However, it is important to remember that a waitlist notification is not a rejection, nor is it a sign that a student’s application was flawed in any way. Having a keen awareness of your odds of acceptance can help you tailor your strategy—and your expectations—while you await a final decision.
- [5 Key Takeaways from The Princeton Review’s 2025 College Hopes & Worries Survey Findings](https://www.commandeducation.com/5-key-takeaways-from-the-princeton-reviews-2025-college-hopes-worries-survey-findings/): This week, The Princeton Review released its findings from the 2025 edition of the College Hopes & Worries Survey. Each year, this survey provides insights into the concerns, aspirations, and decision-making processes that affect college applicants and their families. Here are the five most important takeaways from this year’s survey.
- [Legacy Admissions Comes Under Fire Again—What You Need to Know](https://www.commandeducation.com/legacy-admissions-comes-under-fire-again-what-you-need-to-know/): Legacy admission is continuing to face scrutiny. Last month, the advocacy group Education Reform Now (ERN) published the fifth installment of its series “The Future of Fair Admissions,” focused on the evolving landscape of legacy admissions in higher education. Despite widespread pushback, Ivy League universities continue to insist on the importance of legacy in the admissions process.
- [How Command Education Senior Mentors Make Students’ Columbia Dreams a Reality: Q&A with Sam](https://www.commandeducation.com/how-command-education-senior-mentors-make-students-columbia-dreams-a-reality-qa-with-sam/): Nestled in New York City’s Morningside Heights neighborhood, Columbia University is distinguished amongst its Ivy League peers for its urban campus, rigorous Core Curriculum, and its socially engaged and intellectually curious student body. Below, Columbia graduate and Command Education Senior Mentor Sam Casale offers his insights into what makes for a standout Columbia application, what the admissions office is really looking for, and how students can best position themselves for success.
- [How Command Education Senior Tutors Help Low-Scoring Students Reach Their Goals: Q&A with Caleb](https://www.commandeducation.com/how-command-education-senior-tutors-help-low-scoring-students-reach-their-goals-qa-with-caleb/): Sitting for the ACT or SAT for the first time can be daunting—the precise timing, comprehensive range of material, and pressure to perform can be a particularly anxiety-inducing combination for students who struggle with test-taking. Below, Senior Tutor Caleb Kim sheds light on how students can become better test-takers and achieve scores that will show admissions officers that they’re prepared for rigorous collegiate academics.
- [How Command Education Senior Mentors Help Students Earn Admission to Dartmouth: Q&A with Lauren](https://www.commandeducation.com/how-command-education-senior-mentors-help-students-earn-admission-to-dartmouth-qa-with-lauren/): Dartmouth College offers one of the most unique and tightly-knit communities in the Ivy League. Nestled in Hanover, New Hampshire, Dartmouth is known for its small student body, strong undergraduate focus, and innovative D-Plan, which allows students to structure their own academic journeys through flexible, year-round scheduling. Below, Command Education Senior Mentor Lauren Budd offers her expert insights into these and other questions about Dartmouth admissions. If you dream of joining the “Big Green,” read on for advice on how to craft a compelling application that highlights your strengths and fit for Dartmouth’s unique environment!
- [How to Stand Out to Harvard Business School: Q&A with Min](https://www.commandeducation.com/how-to-stand-out-to-harvard-business-school-qa-with-min/): If you are considering applying to a top MBA program, the first step toward success lies in understanding what top schools are looking for and laying a strong foundation of professional acumen before it comes time to compile your application. Below, Senior Mentor and Harvard Business School graduate Min Kwon shares insider information about how to stand out to a prestigious business school, as well as what you should be doing now to prepare for the competitive admissions landscape.
- [You’re Probably Not Bad at Math: Q&A with Arthur](https://www.commandeducation.com/youre-probably-not-bad-at-math-qa-with-arthur/): Math is an academic subject that can elicit dread, anxiety, and frustration, and many students who struggle in math classes convince themselves from a young age that they’re simply “not a math person.” But is that really true? Command Education Senior Tutor Arthur Chen specializes in math support, helping students identify their unique struggles and find personalized ways to make math intelligible—and even exciting—for students, regardless of their skill level. Below, Arthur shares expert insights on the challenges that students face when it comes to math instruction and how Command Education tutoring equips them to improve their performance and become more confident and self-aware learners.
- [How Command Education Prepares Families for the Changing SAT/ACT Landscape: Q&A with Aaron](https://www.commandeducation.com/how-command-education-prepares-families-for-the-changing-sat-act-landscape-qa-with-aaron/): 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. Command Education Senior Tutors offer students and families up-to-date, expert guidance on the testing landscape, helping students create a personalized testing strategy to set themselves up for success at their dream school. Below, Command Education Director of Tutoring Aaron Cotton offers insights into how our Senior Tutors equip students to excel in the standardized testing process!
- [How Command Education Senior Tutors Motivate Students: Q&A with Kailee](https://www.commandeducation.com/how-command-education-senior-tutors-motivate-students-qa-with-kailee/): 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 reach their goal score. Below, Senior Tutor Kailee Mark sheds light on what students can expect from Command Education tutoring and how our unique approach supports students’ learning.
- [How Command Education Helps Students Develop Their Music Hook: Q&A with Yibiao](https://www.commandeducation.com/how-command-education-helps-students-develop-their-music-hook-qa-with-yibiao/): 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 music student can be complicated and daunting. Below, Senior Mentor Yibiao Wang offers his strategic insights into finding your voice as a music student in the college application process.
- [Last Minute Summer Programs to Apply to](https://www.commandeducation.com/last-minute-summer-programs-to-apply-to/): 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 classroom. While there are an array of summer activities that can dazzle admissions officers, a competitive, merit-based summer program is an ideal opportunity to deepen your learning and demonstrate to colleges that your profile has been vetted by a rigorous selection committee.
- [How to Make the Most of Your Ivy League College Visits](https://www.commandeducation.com/how-to-make-the-most-of-your-ivy-league-college-visits/): 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 institution in a way that online research alone cannot replicate. With this in mind, families should begin planning college visits well in advance to maximize the brief time they have to explore campus offerings.
- [Q&A With Erin: How the College Admissions Process Has Changed](https://www.commandeducation.com/qa-with-erin-how-the-college-admissions-process-has-changed/): 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 they are unequipped to navigate the complexities of college admissions today. To provide a glimpse of the expert insights our Senior Mentors share with families, Command Education Senior Mentor and former Columbia admissions officer Erin Cao sheds light on the most common misconceptions about the admissions process, what it really takes to stand out, and how applications are evaluated behind the scenes.
- [How Our Senior Mentors Help Students Develop Their Hook in Law: Q&A with Ethan](https://www.commandeducation.com/how-our-senior-mentors-help-students-develop-their-hook-in-law-qa-with-ethan/): 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 narrative that highlights the unique contributions they will make to the field. To gain an expert perspective on how students can prepare for law school and beyond, we sat down with Senior Mentor Ethan Fell and learned the answers to your most pressing questions about law and pre-law paths below!
- [How Our Senior Mentors Help Students Find Their Hook in Business: Q&A with Ian](https://www.commandeducation.com/how-our-senior-mentors-help-students-find-their-hook-in-business-qa-with-ian/): 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 our expert Mentors coach students to level up their business-focused application profiles, we sat down with Senior Mentor Ian Mullane, who shared his unique approach to supporting students with business aspirations!
- [Insider Advice from Senior Mentor Kelly: How to Wow Admissions Officers with Your Common App Essay](https://www.commandeducation.com/insider-advice-from-a-senior-mentor-how-to-wow-admissions-officers-with-your-common-app-essay/): 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 applicants? And what mistakes will turn admissions officers off? To answer these and other pressing questions about the Common App essay, we sat down with expert Senior Mentor Kelly Tran, who shares her insider tips about how to craft compelling, authentic, and standout essays.
- [2025’s Powerhouse Education Hubs: Where Families Are Moving to Maximize Their Student’s Ivy League Ambitions](https://www.commandeducation.com/2025s-powerhouse-education-hubs-where-families-are-moving-to-maximize-their-students-ivy-league-ambitions/): 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. If you are considering moving in 2025 and seeking an education-rich environment that will offer diverse opportunities for your Ivy League-bound student, add these five areas to your list.
- [Interested in Science and the Humanities? 3 Interdisciplinary Hooks that Will Make You Stand Out to Top Colleges](https://www.commandeducation.com/interested-in-science-and-the-humanities-3-interdisciplinary-hooks-that-will-make-you-stand-out-to-top-colleges/): Students of English, History, and Philosophy are blending science with the humanities, creating unique hooks to enhance their college applications.
- [What Students Interested in STEM Should Be Doing This Summer: Q&A with Command Education Senior Mentors](https://www.commandeducation.com/what-students-interested-in-stem-should-be-doing-this-summer-qa-with-command-education-senior-mentors/): As you take down the holiday decorations, shovel snow from the driveway, and kickstart the new year, summer may feel like the distant future. But if you are a high school student interested in pursuing a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) major, the time to start planning your summer activities is now. To answer your most pressing questions about developing your STEM hook during the summer, we had a conversation with Command Education Senior Mentors Steph Hwang, Jen Hoy, and Charlotte Kunesh, who discussed the advice and insider tips that they give to help their students succeed!
- [Transferring Can More Than Double Your Odds of Admission At These Top Schools](https://www.commandeducation.com/transferring-can-more-than-double-your-odds-of-admission-at-these-top-schools/): Did you settle for your second choice school after being rejected by your dream school? Perhaps you’ve realized that the college you’re attending isn’t the right fit, or that you want to pursue a major not offered at your current institution. While these situations can feel discouraging, transferring can offer a fresh start. But just like applying to college for the first time, the transfer process requires careful planning and research to maximize your chances of success.
- [What’s In and What’s Out? Admissions Trends to Look Forward to—or Leave Behind—in 2025](https://www.commandeducation.com/whats-in-and-whats-out-admissions-trends-to-look-forward-to-or-leave-behind-in-2025/): The start of a new year brings opportunities for introspection, resolutions, and fresh perspectives. Whether you are a freshman dreaming of receiving an Ivy League acceptance or a senior finalizing your regular decision applications, here’s what you need to know about what’s in—and out—in college admissions in 2025.
- [Early Application Results Are In—Here’s What You Need to Know About Top Schools’ Early Admissions Trends](https://www.commandeducation.com/early-application-results-are-in-heres-what-you-need-to-know-about-top-schools-early-admissions-trends/): Over the last week, thousands of students received the results of their early applications from top schools around the country. While the release of Early Action (EA) and Early Decision (ED) results herald an important moment in students’ collegiate journeys, it also provides a glimpse into current admissions trends.
- [Deferred Or Denied By An Ivy League? Fix These 3 Application Mistakes Before The Regular Decision Deadline](https://www.commandeducation.com/deferred-or-denied-by-an-ivy-league-fix-these-3-application-mistakes-before-the-regular-decision-deadline/): A deferral or denial in the early application cycle may seem like a dead end—but in reality, it is a critical opportunity to reevaluate and strategize. One of the most significant benefits of applying early is the time it affords you after receiving your December decision to make necessary adjustments to your other applications before the Regular Decision (RD) and Early Decision II (EDII) deadlines. Here are three common application mistakes to spot and fix before submitting your RD and EDII applications.
- [Deferred From The Ivy League Or Your Top College Choice? Avoid Making These 3 Mistakes On Your Letter Of Continued Interest](https://www.commandeducation.com/deferred-from-the-ivy-league-or-your-top-college-choice-avoid-making-these-3-mistakes-on-your-letter-of-continued-interest/): Receiving the news that you have been deferred in the early application round can be a disappointing blow—while applicants hope that the mid-December decision will end the grueling anticipation of the admissions season, a deferral only prolongs the wait for a final decision. If the idea of waiting another three months for an admissions decision sounds excruciating, know that there is still one last step you can take to catch admissions officers’ eyes: write a letter of continued interest.
- [EA/ED Class of 2029 Results Pinboard](https://www.commandeducation.com/ea-ed-class-of-2029-results-pin-board/): After weeks of waiting, the Class of 2029 acceptance rates for Early Action and Early Decision are finally rolling in! As colleges and universities release their data, Command Education has you covered with live updates. Keep refreshing this page for updates as we continue to publish real-time results!
- [Ivy League EA/ED Results Are Released This Month—Here’s What to Expect](https://www.commandeducation.com/ivy-league-ea-ed-results-are-released-this-month-heres-what-to-expect/): In mid-December, top schools will admit the first members of the Class of 2029 as students receive their much anticipated Early Action (EA) and Early Decision (ED) application results. While we cannot know with certainty what this year’s admissions cycle will bring, the expected trends may surprise some applicants. Here are three things that students can likely anticipate as EA/ED results are announced in the coming weeks.
- [5 Study Habits Every Ivy League Hopeful Should Master](https://www.commandeducation.com/5-study-habits-every-ivy-league-hopeful-should-master/): With the Thanksgiving holiday behind us, the end of the semester and the start of the winter holiday are in sight. While it may be tempting to coast until Christmas break, the final weeks of the semester are a critical time for high school students to level up their semester grades, maintain a strong GPA, and demonstrate their academic skillset to potential recommenders. Whether you’re completing your first semester of high school or making your way through the challenges of junior year, here are five study habits that will prepare you to excel at the Ivy League and other top colleges:
- [How to Prepare for College Interviews](https://www.commandeducation.com/how-to-prepare-for-college-interviews/): As students complete and submit their college applications, they have one final component of the college admissions process to consider: the college admissions interview. Here is everything students need to know as they prepare for their interviews.
- [3 Ways to Level Up Your College Application Before the Regular Decision Deadline](https://www.commandeducation.com/3-ways-to-level-up-your-college-application-before-the-regular-decision-deadline/): As the regular decision application deadlines approach, many students may be wondering what they can do to improve their applications. Here are three things you can do before the clicking “submit” that will take your college application to the next level.
- [5 Things Every Student Should Know About University of California Applications](https://www.commandeducation.com/5-things-every-student-should-know-about-university-of-california-applications/): The University of California (UC) system boasts some of the most sought-after and selective schools in the nation. Whether you’re completing your application for the December 2nd deadline or looking forward to applying in years to come, here are five important facts about the UC admissions process—and how they should impact your application strategy.
- [Want to Get Into UPenn Wharton? Here’s What You Should be Doing Now](https://www.commandeducation.com/want-to-get-into-upenn-wharton-heres-what-you-should-be-doing-now/): Attending top business schools such as Wharton, Cornell’s SC Johnson College of Business, and Harvard Business School has become synonymous with prestige and professional success. If you hope to join the ranks of elite graduates at Wharton and other top business schools, here are three key steps you can take to craft a standout applicant profile.
- [Does Legacy Still Matter for Ivy League Admission?](https://www.commandeducation.com/does-legacy-still-matter-for-ivy-league-admission/): To many students and families, the idea of receiving an admissions boost from simply being related to an alum seems outdated and unfair. If you share this opinion, you are siding with the majority of Americans—according to a 2022 Pew Research survey, 75% of Americans believe that legacy status should not be considered in the admissions process, a number that has steadily increased in recent years. Considering the intensity of the criticism, many are left wondering: does legacy status matter in admissions anymore?
- [Your Most Pressing Questions About Extracurriculars, Answered!](https://www.commandeducation.com/your-most-pressing-questions-about-extracurriculars-answered/): Like every aspect of a successful application, your extracurricular activities should tell a compelling and cohesive story about your development as a person and scholar. How should you approach extracurricular selection strategically? Which extracurriculars will help you stand out? What are admissions officers looking for on your Activities List? We provide our answers to three of the most common questions we receive from students and parents to help you plan your extracurricular involvements!
- [Will Boarding School Boost Your Odds of Ivy League Admission? What You Need to Know](https://www.commandeducation.com/will-boarding-school-boost-your-odds-of-ivy-league-admission-what-you-need-to-know/): High school seniors are now in the midst of the college admissions process; writing essays, polishing college lists, and preparing for interviews. However, high school seniors are not the only students with important deadlines approaching; students applying to boarding school must also submit their applications in the coming months. As you consider the educational options that may be best for your student, here are three common myths about boarding schools—and the truth about these misconceptions.
- [Q&A with Ibrahim: How Command Education Helps Students Make Summer Plans that Will Impress Ivy League Admissions Officers](https://www.commandeducation.com/qa-with-ibrahim-how-command-education-helps-students-make-summer-plans-that-will-impress-ivy-league-admissions-officers/): Summer break is not just a time to kick back with friends or read mystery novels on the beach—for high school students, the summer months are a critical opportunity to deepen your knowledge, develop new skills, and develop an application profile that will wow admissions officers. We sat down with Senior Mentor Ibrahim Mammadov to gain insights into the summer plans that impress admissions officers and what students can be doing now to set themselves up for summer success.
- [Should You Hire a College Consultant for Your 11-Year-Old?](https://www.commandeducation.com/should-you-hire-a-college-consultant-for-your-11-year-old/): As the admissions landscape at prestigious colleges grows increasingly competitive and the long-term benefits of elite higher education become even more significant, parents are seeking expert support earlier in their children’s educational journey, with many questioning whether they should employ the guidance of a college admissions consultant for their middle school students. While it may seem early, there are many advantages to working with a consultant during the middle school years; doing so can set students who have high aspirations, need extra support, or benefit from learning outside of the classroom on the path to Ivy League admission.
- [Here’s Who You’re Really Competing Against in the College Admissions Process—And It’s Not Who You Think](https://www.commandeducation.com/heres-who-youre-really-competing-against-in-the-college-admissions-process-and-its-not-who-you-think/): During the 2023–24 admissions cycle, Harvard applications topped 50,000; UPenn’s applicant pool swelled by 10%, reaching over 65,000 applicants; and Yale saw a record-breaking number of applicants, totaling 57,465. Given these staggering numbers, many students assume that they are competing against approximately 50,000 other applicants when they apply to an Ivy—but this is not necessarily the case. If you are applying to an Ivy League or other top school this fall, here’s who you’re really competing against in the admissions process.
- [5 Red Flags that Ivy League Admissions Officers Look For](https://www.commandeducation.com/5-red-flags-that-ivy-league-admissions-officers-look-for/): Every application cycle, admissions officers read tens of thousands of applications, looking for “red flags” to weed out unqualified applicants in the arduous review process. While understanding what admissions officers are looking for is crucial for compiling standout applications, it can be equally beneficial to understand what admissions officers don’t want to see. Whether you’re vying for Ivy League admission or seeking to join the bustling community at a state school, here are five “red flags” that admissions officers will notice on your application—and how to avoid them.
- [Why Hire a Private Admissions Consultant When You Have a College Counselor?](https://www.commandeducation.com/why-hire-a-private-admissions-consultant-when-you-have-a-college-counselor/): The college admissions landscape has changed dramatically over the last decade—confronted by shifting testing policies, swelling applicant pools, the end of affirmative action, debates over legacy status, and increasing pressure for student specialization, many parents realize that they need expert support to help their children through the application process. While school college counselors offer helpful resources for students, here are three reasons that families should consider supplementing school support with a private admissions consultant!
- [Q&A with Sam: How Command Education Helps Students Stand Out to Brown Admissions Committees](https://www.commandeducation.com/qa-with-sam-how-command-education-helps-students-stand-out-to-brown-admissions-committees/): Brown’s world renowned offerings and distinct pedagogical approach distinguish it as one of the most prestigious institutions in the world. Below, Senior Mentor Sam Casale shares his insights on what Brown admissions officers are looking for—and how our mentors help students convey their unique strengths and alignment with Brown’s unique culture and values.
- [Q&A with Cole: How Command Education Helps Students Earn Admission to UPenn](https://www.commandeducation.com/qa-with-cole-how-command-education-helps-students-earn-admission-to-upenn/): Ranked the #10 university in the nation by U.S. News and World Report, the University of Pennsylvania's rigorous academic programs and its reputation as the “social Ivy” draw tens of thousands of applicants each cycle. Every admissions cycle, Command Education Senior Mentors guide students to craft dynamic and eye catching applications to UPenn. Below, Senior Mentor Cole shares some expert insights into how UPenn hopefuls can level up their applicant profiles!
- [Do You Need a 4.0 to Get into an Ivy League?](https://www.commandeducation.com/do-you-need-a-4-0-to-get-into-an-ivy-league/): The Ivy League has essentially become synonymous with academic excellence, and most students and parents are keenly aware of these institutions’ high academic standards. Recognizing the steep academic expectations, many students believe their grades will disqualify them and prematurely rule themselves out. However, this is often a misguided assumption that fails to account for the ways in which admissions committees evaluate students’ academic profiles.
- [3 Things You Should Be Doing as a Freshman to Increase Your Odds of Ivy League Admission](https://www.commandeducation.com/3-things-you-should-be-doing-as-a-freshman-to-increase-your-odds-of-ivy-league-admission/): The admissions landscape at Ivy League and other top institutions has become ever more competitive in recent years, and newly publicized information indicates that admissions officers at these colleges consider every aspect of a student’s candidacy in their process. If you are wondering what you can do to set yourself up for admissions success as a high school freshman, here are three core strategies you should consider!
- [The 2025 U.S. News & World Report Rankings Are Here—What You Need to Know](https://www.commandeducation.com/the-2025-u-s-news-world-report-rankings-are-here-what-you-need-to-know/): Every year, members of the higher ed community—whether prospective students, parents, educators, and administrators—anticipate the release of the U.S. News and World Report Best Colleges Rankings with varying degrees of excitement and dread. These rankings have long shaped perceptions of top schools in the U.S., providing insight into the value of institutions as academic and financial investments. Here are the top 10 schools according to U.S. News and World Report—along with Command Education guides to each school and advice for completing their supplemental essays!
- [Should You Apply to All Eight Ivies?](https://www.commandeducation.com/should-you-apply-to-all-eight-ivies/): Many students who read about the unbelievable successes of those accepted to all eight Ivies assume that they can improve their own odds by simply applying to all of the Ivy League schools. However, this is not the case, and devoting time and energy to completing eight Ivy League applications is actually a detrimental strategy for most students—here’s why
- [Do Ivy League Admissions Officers Check Applicants’ Social Media? What Students Need to Know](https://www.commandeducation.com/do-ivy-league-admissions-officers-check-applicants-social-media-what-students-need-to-know/): Could a meme you posted years ago shatter your dreams of attending Harvard? Can Columbia admissions officers read your Instagram comments? Does Stanford really care about the red solo cups in the pictures from your homecoming afterparty? While many students may assume that what they post online is their own private business, publicly accessible profiles are just as visible to admissions officers at top schools as they are to students’ peers.
- [The Top 3 Reasons to Apply Early Decision or Early Action This November](https://www.commandeducation.com/the-top-3-reasons-to-apply-early-decision-or-early-action-this-november/): November 1st marks the deadline for most Early Action and Early Decision applications, admissions pathways that offer students an alternative to the traditional Regular Decision application. Strategically submitting applications in the early round can provide motivated students an advantage in the admissions process. However, before applying in November, it is essential to understand the differences between the various types of early applications, as well as the advantages that they can confer.
- [Q&A with Josiah: How Command Education Helps Students Turn Their Princeton Dreams into Reality](https://www.commandeducation.com/qa-with-josiah-how-command-education-helps-students-turn-their-princeton-dreams-into-reality/): With the title of #1 university in the U.S. and an applicant pool of nearly 40,000 students in the 2022–2023 cycle, Princeton University is one of the most sought-after schools in the nation—and the world. Command Education Senior Mentor Josiah Jordan has demystified the Princeton application process for students and families, helping students showcase their talents and earn acceptance to their dream programs. Here, he offers his expertise on how Princeton hopefuls can thoughtfully and intentionally craft applicant profiles that will catch the eye of Princeton admissions officers!
- [Q&A with Jesse: How Command Education Helps Students Earn Acceptance to NYU](https://www.commandeducation.com/qa-with-jesse-how-command-education-helps-students-earn-acceptance-to-nyu/): NYU has become one of the most sought-after universities in the country, with admissions rates plummeting to historic lows in the last few admissions cycles. Senior Mentor Jesse McDonough shares what her students’ successes tell us about what NYU is looking for now—and how Command Education helps students develop applicant profiles that NYU admissions officers can’t ignore.
- [The New Silicon Valley: South Florida Vying for a Name-Brand College to Feed the Financial Industry](https://www.commandeducation.com/the-new-silicon-valley-south-florida-vying-for-a-name-brand-college-to-feed-the-financial-industry/): In the mid-20th century, the state of Florida was a frontier of possibility, drawing investors, developers, real estate tycoons, and businesses to invest in its untapped resources. Despite attracting these financial giants and establishing itself as a key player in the finance industry, the city of West Palm Beach lacks perhaps the most critical asset to sustain its momentum: a name-brand feeder college.
- [Do You Know How to Answer These Weird College Essay Prompts?](https://www.commandeducation.com/do-you-know-how-to-answer-these-weird-college-essay-prompts/): Supplemental essays are a critical component of college applications—like the personal statement, they provide students with the opportunity to showcase their authentic voice and perspective beyond the quantitative elements of their applications. This year, the following five colleges pushed students to get creative—if you’re struggling to rise to the challenge, here are some tips for tackling their unique prompts.
- [Here Are the Colleges with the Most 2024 Olympic Medals—And What to Know About Them](https://www.commandeducation.com/here-are-the-colleges-with-the-most-2024-olympic-medals-and-what-to-know-about-them/): The 2024 Paris Olympic Games, which concluded this week, showcased not only the incredible talents of athletes from around the world, but also the American universities where many of them trained for their successes. Whether you hope to join the ranks of Olympic athletes or simply dream of donning your school colors and cheering your classmates on to gold, here’s what you need to know about the U.S. colleges and universities whose athletes took home the most medals in Paris this summer!
- [Q&A with Jane: How Command Education Helps Students Get Into Harvard](https://www.commandeducation.com/qa-with-jane-how-command-education-helps-students-get-into-harvard/): Ranked the #1 university in the world, Harvard is the most prestigious and competitive of the Ivy League schools—and frequently, the most misunderstood. In order to help students and parents better understand what it takes to become a standout Harvard applicant, we sat down with Command Education Senior Mentor Jane Pritchard, whose expertise has helped numerous students on their path to Harvard.
- [How to Craft an Ivy-League Worthy Activities List](https://www.commandeducation.com/how-to-craft-an-ivy-league-worthy-activities-list/): Ivy League colleges seek to admit students who are specialists in their fields of interest and will put their passions to positive use in their future communities. While grades, test scores, and a rigorous course load convey your academic interests and skill set to top colleges, your activities list goes a long way in communicating what you truly value and what kind of community member you will be on your future college campus. Here are three key strategies to ensure that your activities list showcases your talents and stands out to top schools.
- [Q&A with Lindsay: How Our Mentors Help Students Earn Admission to Yale](https://www.commandeducation.com/qa-with-lindsay-how-our-mentors-help-students-earn-admission-to-yale/): Command Education Senior Mentors help students from all over the world level up their applicant profiles and earn admission to their dream schools. We sat down with Senior Mentor Lindsay Emi to bust common myths about Yale admissions and discuss the insights and strategies that she uses to help students earn coveted letters of acceptance from Yale!
- [The Olympic Athletes Who are Also Ivy League Scholars—And Our Mentors’ Advice for Becoming One, Too!](https://www.commandeducation.com/the-olympic-athletes-who-are-also-ivy-league-scholars-and-our-mentors-advice-for-becoming-one-too/): This year, 114 Ivy League students and alumni competed in or coached the Olympic and Paralympic Games, representing all eight of the Ivy League schools in 20 different sports. For students who aspire to join their ranks, we have spotlighted five impressive Ivy League Olympic athletes—and provided our mentors’ advice for how you can level up your game and join them one day!
- [The Common App Opens Today—Here’s How to Answer Every Prompt](https://www.commandeducation.com/the-common-app-opens-today-heres-how-to-answer-every-prompt/): The personal statement is a crucial opportunity to showcase individuality, character, and intellectual depth. In only 650 words, students should seek to encapsulate their authentic voice and perspective through a compelling and creative narrative.
- [5 Books About the College Application Process to Read this Summer](https://www.commandeducation.com/5-books-about-the-college-application-process-to-read-this-summer/): In the increasingly competitive landscape of top college admissions, strategy and preparation are critical for crafting a standout application. If you’re lounging poolside or passing time on a flight, bring along the following books for engaging and instructive perspectives on the college admissions process.
- [The Personal Statement Topics Ivy League Hopefuls Should Avoid](https://www.commandeducation.com/the-personal-statement-topics-ivy-league-hopefuls-should-avoid/): A compelling personal statement is a critical component of an Ivy League application, as it offers students the unique opportunity to showcase their personality, experiences, and aspirations. As ambitious students embark on the college application process, here are the personal statement topics they should avoid.
- [5 Ways to Maximize Your Academic Summer Program for Ivy League Admissions](https://www.commandeducation.com/5-ways-to-maximize-your-academic-summer-program-for-ivy-league-admissions/): Participating in a rigorous, merit-based academic program over the summer is a fantastic way to build your resume and meaningfully engage with your subject of interest. If you want to stand out to your dream school, here’s how to make the most of your academic summer experience and elevate your college application profile in the process.
- [5 Important Takeaways from the 2024–2025 U.S. News and World Report Best Global University Rankings](https://www.commandeducation.com/5-important-takeaways-from-the-2024-2025-u-s-news-and-world-report-best-global-university-rankings/): This morning, U.S. News and World Report released their much-anticipated 2024-2025 Best Global University Rankings. These annual rankings are a cornerstone in the field, influencing decisions that range from student applications to institutional funding and providing a glimpse into the current state of affairs in the world of higher education. Here is a breakdown of the rankings’ methodology, as well as key takeaways from this year’s list.
- [The Admissions Criteria that Top Schools Really Care About](https://www.commandeducation.com/the-admissions-criteria-that-top-schools-really-care-about/): When navigating the competitive college admissions process at Ivy League and other top schools, it’s easy to get lost in a sea of advice, myths, and speculation. Here’s what the most recent CDS tells us about the admissions criteria top colleges care the most about!
- [Ivy League Schools Care About Your Summer Job—So You Should, Too](https://www.commandeducation.com/ivy-league-schools-care-about-your-summer-job-so-you-should-too/): With summer break on the horizon, high school students across the country will soon start working summer jobs to earn extra money and build their resumes. Here are five ways you can maximize your summer job to enhance your professional skills, develop networking opportunities, and level up your college admissions profile!
- [Does it Really Matter Where You Go to College? Financially, It Does](https://www.commandeducation.com/does-it-really-matter-where-you-go-to-college-financially-it-does/): High school students and their parents are nothing short of obsessed with college decisions. Though many invest huge amounts of time, money, and energy into the college admissions process, others often wonder: Does it really matter whether your student attends an Ivy League school or a state university?
- [How to Stand Out in the Ivy League During Your Freshman Year](https://www.commandeducation.com/how-to-stand-out-in-the-ivy-league-during-your-freshman-year/): Standing out in college is a different endeavor than standing out in high school—it requires time, intentionality, and a willingness to be uncomfortable and challenge yourself. Most importantly, it takes practice, and if students seek to hone this skill from their first semester on campus, they will set themselves up for success for the next four years. Here are five strategies to navigate the transition into the Ivy League with confidence, purpose, and distinction.
- [Here’s How Ivy League Schools Evaluate Student GPAs](https://www.commandeducation.com/heres-how-ivy-league-schools-evaluate-student-gpas/): A stellar GPA is one of the building blocks of a successful Ivy League application, and as the school year winds down, many students are anxiously seeking to give theirs a final boost. Here are three important facts to keep in mind about your GPA as you choose your courses.
- [5 Last-Minute Summer Plans That Will Impress Ivy League Admissions Officers](https://www.commandeducation.com/5-last-minute-summer-plans-that-will-impress-ivy-league-admissions-officers/): As summer approaches, high school students may find themselves scrambling to find ways to make the most of their time off of school. For those with Ivy League dreams, the pressure to maximize summers to stand out in the college admissions process can feel particularly daunting. If you are still unsure of how you’ll be spending the summer months, here are five last-minute summer plans that can help you demonstrate your passion, initiative, and commitment to personal and academic growth.
- [So Your School Doesn’t Offer APs—Should You Still Take AP Exams?](https://www.commandeducation.com/so-your-school-doesnt-offer-aps-should-you-still-take-ap-exams/): Advanced Placement courses are offered at thousands of high schools across the U.S., however, a large number of schools do not offer AP courses. That being said, there are some scenarios in which a student may still wish to take an AP exam despite not having taken an AP course. Here are the top three reasons that students might consider sitting for one or more AP exams.
- [5 Factors to Consider to Choose Between Colleges Before the May 1st Deadline](https://www.commandeducation.com/5-factors-to-consider-to-choose-between-colleges-before-the-may-1st-deadline/): As the May 1st deadline approaches, high school seniors find themselves making one of the most significant decisions of their academic careers: choosing which college to attend. With acceptance letters in hand and various offers on the table, students must carefully weigh their options to select the institution that best aligns with their goals, preferences, and aspirations.
- [3 Advantages of Starting Early in the College Admissions Process](https://www.commandeducation.com/3-advantages-of-starting-early-in-the-college-admissions-process/): More students than ever before are applying to Ivy League and other highly-ranked universities, and as a result, top school admissions rates are dwindling. Command Education works with students as early as 7th grade to start honing their interests, building important life skills, and get ahead of the curve academically so they can reap three primary benefits in the college admissions process.

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- [Early Action Vs. Early Decision: What College Applicants Need To Know Before Applying](https://www.commandeducation.com/press/early-action-vs-early-decision/): By Christopher Rim | Aug 31, 2026, 02:56pm EDT
- [The Common App Just Released New Data. Here Are 3 Things College Applicants Need To Know](https://www.commandeducation.com/press/three-things-college-applicants-need-to-know-from-common-app-data/): By Christopher Rim | Aug 27, 2026, 06:48am EDT
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- [AI is revolutionizing college applications — but expert warns everyone is starting to sound like clones as a result](https://www.commandeducation.com/press/ai-is-revolutionizing-college-applications/): “Without even their kids knowing … parents are asking ChatGPT or Claude to act like an all-knowing predictor, like, ‘Give me my child’s chances of getting into this school with this GPA, this ethnicity, these extracurriculars and test scores,’” Chris Rim, CEO and founder of college admissions consultancy Command Education, told The Post. But, “Admissions is more of an art than a science.”
- [The Common App Is Open. Here’s What Actually Makes An Essay Unforgettable.](https://www.commandeducation.com/press/what-actually-makes-an-essay-unforgettable/): By Christopher Rim | Aug 12, 2026, 10:24am EDT
- [The UC System Released Last Cycle’s College Admissions Results—Here’s What To Know Before You Apply](https://www.commandeducation.com/press/the-uc-system-released-last-cycles-college-admissions-results-heres-what-to-know-before-you-apply/): By Christopher Rim | Aug 04, 2026, 07:04pm EDT
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- [How AI Is Changing College Essay Help And The Admissions Process](https://www.commandeducation.com/press/college-essay-support/): By Christopher Rim | July 15, 2026, 10:58am EDT
- [How Vandy Bested the Ivies](https://www.commandeducation.com/press/how-vandy-bested-the-ivies/): “I’m not exaggerating when I say it’s on 85 percent of my students’ lists,” echoed Christopher Rim, a college-admissions consultant who works primarily with the ultrawealthy in Manhattan. “It’s the Ivies, MIT, Duke, Stanford, Vanderbilt.”
- [Colleges Juice Application Numbers by Letting Students Write Fewer Essays](https://www.commandeducation.com/press/colleges-juice-application-numbers-by-letting-students-write-fewer-essays/): A lower admissions rate improves schools’ rankings and “protects their prestige,” said Christopher Rim, chief executive of admissions firm Command Education. “A lot of that is really artificial.”
- [3 Questions To Start The College Admissions Conversation With Your Child](https://www.commandeducation.com/press/3-questions-to-start-the-college-admissions-conversation-with-your-child/): By Christopher Rim | June 29, 2026, 4:18pm EDT
- [Is The College Application Supplemental Essay Dying Out?](https://www.commandeducation.com/press/is-the-college-application-supplemental-essay-dying-out/): By Christopher Rim | July 02, 2026, 01:36pm EDT
- [How Your College Major Pick Can Derail An Otherwise Perfect Ivy League Application](https://www.commandeducation.com/press/how-your-college-major-pick-can-derail-an-otherwise-perfect-ivy-league-application/): By Christopher Rim | June 25, 2026, 10:29am EDT
- [The SAT Is Back—And This Time, It’s Not Going Anywhere](https://www.commandeducation.com/press/the-sat-is-back-and-this-time-its-not-going-anywhere/): By Christopher Rim | June 17, 2026, 05:21am EDT
- [Why the liberal arts can help young Americans prepare for the era of AI](https://www.commandeducation.com/press/why-the-liberal-arts-can-help-young-americans-prepare-for-the-era-of-ai/): AI "can automate the financial or computer science skill, but EQ — the understanding of the problem — is the human dynamic," he added. Christopher Rim, founder and CEO of Command Education, a New York City company that helps advise high school students and their families on the college admissions process, said that creativity — along with creative problem-solving — helps set graduates apart from their peers.
- [5 Job Skills Employers Want Most — And Why A High School Summer Job Teaches Them All](https://www.commandeducation.com/press/26253318/): By Christopher Rim | June 11, 2026, 10:32am EDT
- [You Don’t Need A Remarkable Story To Write A Remarkable College Essay](https://www.commandeducation.com/press/you-dont-need-a-remarkable-story-to-write-a-remarkable-college-essay/): By Christopher Rim | June 03, 2026, 3:20pm EDT
- [Elite Colleges Are Seeking To Woo More Middle Class Families](https://www.commandeducation.com/press/elite-colleges-are-seeking-to-woo-more-middle-class-families/): By Christopher Rim | May 20, 2026, 6:30am EDT
- [How College Admissions Consulting Helps Parents As Much As Students](https://www.commandeducation.com/press/how-college-admissions-consulting-helps-parents-as-much-as-students/): By Christopher Rim | May 19, 2026, 11:18am EDT
- [What Harvard, Yale, and Penn Really Think About Your AP Scores](https://www.commandeducation.com/press/what-harvard-yale-and-penn-really-think-about-your-ap-scores/): By Christopher Rim | May 18, 2026, 11:17am EDT
- [Why Students With Perfect 4.0 GPAs Get Rejected From The Ivy League](https://www.commandeducation.com/press/why-students-with-perfect-4-0-gpas-get-rejected-from-the-ivy-league/): By Christopher Rim | May 07, 2026, 04:03pm EDT
- [The future of students entrusted to coaches](https://www.commandeducation.com/press/the-future-of-students-entrusted-to-coaches/): For those aiming for a career on Wall Street, it’s helpful to have the resources of a financial heavyweight. Agencies specializing in this field charge anywhere from $30,000 to six-figure sums. For that amount, they promise to help you join the most exclusive college clubs, ace interviews, and build a network of contacts. The founder of Command Education, Christopher Rim (who charges $750,000 to assist high school students seeking admission to Harvard or Yale), offers customized plans ranging from a few months to a year, starting at $50,000. Some turn to him as early as the summer after graduation.
- [Ivy Whisperers: 10 elite gurus getting your kids into top schools](https://www.commandeducation.com/press/ivy-whisperers-10-elite-gurus-getting-your-kids-into-top-schools/): Part personal coach and part insider strategist with a hefty dose of morale booster, admissions counselors are here when going it alone — or even with the help of a school college guidance counselor — isn’t cutting it. Christopher Rim, founder and CEO of Command Education, knows all too well the tailspin the highly selective college admissions process propels families into, making “everyone reactive rather than proactive.”
- [How David Grutman Built A Hospitality Empire By “Taking It Personal”](https://www.commandeducation.com/press/how-david-grutman-built-a-hospitality-empire-by-taking-it-personal/): By Christopher Rim | Apr 24, 2026, 04:54pm EDT
- [What To Consider When Choosing Between Colleges In 2026](https://www.commandeducation.com/press/what-to-consider-when-choosing-between-colleges-in-2026/): By Christopher Rim | Apr 22, 2026, 01:25pm EDT
- [This Career Coach Charges $50,000 to Help College Kids Land Jobs — And Business Is Exploding](https://www.commandeducation.com/press/this-career-coach-charges-50000-to-help-college-kids-land-jobs-and-business-is-exploding/): Christopher Rim, founder of Command Education, offers industry-specific career coaching starting at $50,000 — some clients begin working with him the summer after high school graduation.
- [How Summer Volunteering Can Boost Students’ Admissions Profiles](https://www.commandeducation.com/press/how-summer-volunteering-can-boost-students-admissions-profiles/): Here’s what admissions officers are really looking for—and how students can approach their summer volunteering with the strategy and intentionality:
- [AI fears drive some young adults to grad school — ‘people shelter in higher education,’ expert says](https://www.commandeducation.com/press/ai-fears-drive-some-young-adults-to-grad-school-people-shelter-in-higher-education-expert-says/): Prior economic downturns have pushed people toward graduate school as a way to wait out a bad labor market and build credentials in the meantime, according to Christopher Rim, president and CEO of college consulting firm Command Education.
- [Anxious Parents Are Spending Upwards of $50,000 to Land Their Kid a Job](https://www.commandeducation.com/press/anxious-parents-are-spending-upwards-of-50000-to-land-their-kid-a-job/): Command Education’s founder, Christopher Rim, famous for charging $750,000 to help get kids into Harvard University and Yale University, offers bespoke career coaching programs tailored by industry that range from a few months to a year, with pricing starting at $50,000. Some clients start working with him as early as the summer after high school graduation.
- [The college industry is becoming K-shaped as acceptance rates plummet. What’s happening to admissions?](https://www.commandeducation.com/press/the-college-industry-is-becoming-k-shaped-as-acceptance-rates-plummet-whats-happening-to-admissions/): Other top-tier schools are seeing similar low acceptance rates, including Duke University, Brown University, and Dartmouth College. And some small liberal arts schools, such as Bowdoin College and Williams College, are also notching record-low acceptance rates, writes Christopher Rim, the CEO of Command Education, in a recent article published by Forbes.
- [What To Write In Your Letter Of Continued Interest To Colleges When You Have No Major Updates](https://www.commandeducation.com/press/what-to-write-in-your-letter-of-continued-interest-to-colleges-when-you-have-no-major-updates/): Every spring, thousands of highly qualified applicants find themselves in the disappointing position of being waitlisted at their dream school. Most students know that one of the most important steps to take after a waitlist notification is to write a Letter of Continued Interest (LOCI), a brief note that enthusiastically reaffirms a student’s interest in a school and provides relevant updates on their candidacy since the application deadline, such as a new award, an updated GPA, published research, or a recent leadership role.
- [The Surprising U.S. Colleges Joining America’s Most Competitive Admissions Tier](https://www.commandeducation.com/press/the-surprising-us-colleges-joining-americas-most-competitive-admissions-tier/): In the days since Ivy Day results were released, many other top schools have published their admissions results, providing a more holistic view of this cycle’s admissions landscape.
- [Top Colleges Release Their Admissions Decisions—Here Are The Admissions Rates For The Class Of 2030](https://www.commandeducation.com/press/top-colleges-release-their-admissions-decisions-here-are-the-admissions-rates-for-the-class-of-2030/): Yesterday, students across the globe received their admissions results from the Ivy League and select top schools, an annual tradition of coordinated admissions releases known as “Ivy Day.” As in previous cycles, a number of Ivy League schools—including Harvard, Princeton, Cornell, and Penn—chose to withhold their admissions data, continuing to distance themselves from their reputations for hyperselectivity.
- [How To Boost Your Odds Of Getting Off The Waitlist At An Ivy League School](https://www.commandeducation.com/press/how-to-boost-your-odds-of-getting-off-the-waitlist-at-an-ivy-league-school/): Each spring, thousands of high-achieving students open admissions decisions from elite colleges expecting a final response, only to discover that they are stuck in limbo. A waitlist decision from an Ivy League or other top school can be a disappointing extension of the waiting process, leaving many students unsure how to evaluate their options and proceed toward the May 1 Decision Day.
- [Surviving Ivy Day 2026: Your complete guide to Ivy League admissions and navigating the waitlist](https://www.commandeducation.com/press/surviving-ivy-day-2026-your-complete-guide-to-ivy-league-admissions-and-navigating-the-waitlist/): “With such steep competition, Ivy League admissions are no longer about whether a student is valedictorian of their class or received a perfect SAT score — elite schools are looking for students with singular focus and demonstrable passions,” offered Christopher Rim, founder and CEO of Command Education.
- [What the Trump administration’s Harvard lawsuit could mean for future applicants](https://www.commandeducation.com/press/harvard-admissions-lawsuit/): By compelling Harvard to make this admissions data more accessible, “this lawsuit has broken open the long-secret world of ‘holistic admissions,’” said Christopher Rim, president and CEO of Command Education, a New York-based college consulting firm.
- [Elite colleges admitting one student minority group at incredible rates, post affirmative action](https://www.commandeducation.com/press/elite-colleges-admitting-one-student-minority-group-at-incredible-rates-post-affirmative-action/): “I was like, wow, that’s a big one,” Yiatin Chu, a Queens mother who’s soon to start preparing to go through the college process with her teenager, told The Post. “This was always about the civil rights of Asian parents, having fairness in the system, and not being discriminated against.”
- [Stubborn Columbia now the last Ivy League holdout to not require SAT or ACT scores — but why?](https://www.commandeducation.com/press/stubborn-columbia-now-the-last-ivy-league-holdout-to-not-require-sat-or-act-scores-but-why/): “ are effectively eliminating one of the most important factors for… comparing applicants across different schools and regions,” Command Education CEO and college admissions consultant Chris Rim told The Post. “This will actually make the process less holistic, as well as less rigorous.”
- [What’s a Good ACT Score for College Admissions](https://www.commandeducation.com/press/whats-a-good-act-score-for-college-admissions/): Since admission standards vary by college, a good ACT score for one school may be too low for another. For top-tier universities, a good ACT score could mean a 34 or higher, while a 30 might be the right score if it fits with the median at the schools on your college list, says Grace Lee, managing director at Command Education, a college consulting firm.
- [Gen Z embracing gap years before college: ‘Working 3 jobs made me realize what I really want’](https://www.commandeducation.com/press/gen-z-embracing-gap-years-before-college-working-3-jobs-made-me-realize-what-i-really-want/): “Gap years have definitely become exponentially more popular amongst students in the years since the pandemic,” boutique college admissions counselor and Command Education CEO Christopher Rim told The Post.
- [The U.S. Economy Is Regaining Its Swagger](https://www.commandeducation.com/press/the-u-s-economy-is-regaining-its-swagger/): Spring is traditionally the busiest season for new-client enrollment at Command Education, a college admissions consulting firm for high-schoolers based in New York City. Not this year.
- [This millennial was rejected from 200 jobs—now he makes millions charging wealthy families six-figures to get their kids into the Ivy Leagues](https://www.commandeducation.com/press/this-millennial-was-rejected-from-200-jobs-now-he-makes-millions-charging-wealthy-families-six-figures-to-get-their-kids-into-the-ivy-leagues/): Hundreds of families are paying six-figure price tags to a young millennial named Christopher Rim to get their kids into their top college choices. As the founder and CEO of college admissions consultancy group Command Education, Rim has become a wizard of sorts for how to crack the Ivy League code.
- [Harvard students are ‘frantic’ after Trump administration blocks international enrollment, college consultant says](https://www.commandeducation.com/press/harvard-students-are-frantic-after-trump-administration-blocks-international-enrollment-college-consultant-says/): “I was on the phone with a parent who was visibly shaken and completely frantic,” said Christopher Rim, president and CEO of college consulting firm Command Education.
- [US Bans Harvard From Enrolling Foreigners, Forcing Transfers](https://www.commandeducation.com/press/us-bans-harvard-from-enrolling-foreigners-forcing-transfers/): The US revoked Harvard’s Student and Exchange Visitor Program certification, meaning foreign students can no longer attend the university. Existing international students must transfer or lose their legal status, the Department of Homeland Security said Thursday.
- [Harvard sues Trump over foreign students ban](https://www.commandeducation.com/press/harvard-sues-trump-over-foreign-students-ban/): Christopher Rim, a university admissions coach, said four international students he helped get into Harvard are affected by the ruling, including one from the UK who was set to be among the 70 to 80 British students who enrol in the university each academic year.
- [Harvard’s Foreign Students Are Stunned and Devastated by Trump’s Ban](https://www.commandeducation.com/press/harvards-foreign-students-are-stunned-and-devastated-by-trumps-ban/): Christopher Rim, a college counselor based in New York, said he had four calls from families within the hour of the announcement. Harvard senior Jada Pierre spent two hours on a call with about 20 other students hammering out the language for a statement urging the university to stand up to the move.
- [Columbia Heads to Summer Break With Reputation Scarred by Tumult](https://www.commandeducation.com/press/columbia-protests-at-graduation-ivy-league-school-s-reputation-battered/): Elizabeth Stone, president of Top Tier Admissions, had a student pick Duke over Columbia this year because of concerns over federal funding for research, while Chris Rim, founder of New York-based Command Education, said many of his students who got into Columbia this year are opting for other schools.
- [The New College Math: Calculating ROI](https://www.commandeducation.com/press/the-new-college-math-calculating-roi/): “Fewer and fewer students are putting safety schools on their list,” says Christopher Rim, founder of Command Education. He adds that he is increasingly seeing an Ivy-or-bust mentality among the clientele of his admissions counseling firm. “The parents say, ‘If we don’t get into a top 25 school, my kid will take a gap year and then reapply.’ ”
- [When Do May 3 SAT Scores Come Out? Dates, What to Know](https://www.commandeducation.com/press/when-do-may-3-sat-scores-come-out-dates-what-to-know/): Christopher Rim, founder and CEO of Command Education, told Newsweek: "Colleges are expected to interpret SAT scores the same way as before, but because the digital test differs significantly from the paper version, performance comparisons across test formats may not be perfect.
- [International students are rethinking U.S. study plans amid visa policy shifts, experts say](https://www.commandeducation.com/press/international-students-are-rethinking-u-s-study-plans-amid-visa-policy-shifts/): “Foreign students present a unique challenge for the Trump administration’s hardline immigration policy efforts,” said Christopher Rim, president and CEO of college consulting firm Command Education. “On the one hand, international students account for a large portion of foreign residents in the U.S., and some of the most politically outspoken,” Rims said. “However, they are among the most economically advantageous, as well.”
- [Teen tech whiz kid with 4.0 GPA made $30M off his startup last year — but he was still rejected by 15 colleges](https://www.commandeducation.com/press/teen-tech-whiz-kid-4-0-gpa-made-30m-startup-rejected-15-colleges/): The statement offers “no clear reason why he would benefit from attending college … At its essence, the personal statement must convey who the candidate is beyond his or her accomplishments and how they’ll uniquely contribute to the campus,” Christopher Rim, founder and CEO of college admissions consultancy firm Command Education, told The Post.
- [Columbia University faces new trouble as top admissions consultant says students won’t accept offers — ‘brand has been tarnished’](https://www.commandeducation.com/press/columbia-students-decline-offers-brand-tarnished/): Despite receiving acceptance letters from Columbia University, several top students are turning the Ivy League school down — citing instability, safety concerns, and damaged trust in leadership. College admissions expert Christopher Rim of Command Education shared that none of his ten accepted clients plan to attend, with many choosing schools like NYU, Duke, and Stanford instead. Amid ongoing campus unrest and political scrutiny, Rim says Columbia’s brand has been “tarnished,” and predicts a major drop in the school’s yield rate as top-tier applicants opt out.
- [The admissions guru who gets the children of billionaires into college for $750,000](https://www.commandeducation.com/press/admissions-guru-gets-children-of-billionaires-into-college-for-750000/): The 29-year-old chief executive of Command Education is the mastermind behind hundreds of teenagers from wealthy families winning coveted spots at the world’s best institutions. With his team of mentors on call 24/7, Mr Rim offers students from as young as 12 unlimited help with everything from preparing for exams to cultivating a “compelling hook” to draw in university admissions staff.
- [Columbia students scramble to rescind applications after Trump’s $400m funding threat](https://www.commandeducation.com/press/columbia-students-scramble-to-rescind-applications-after-trumps-400m-funding-threat/): “Two years ago, if you got into Columbia, you were so happy. Now it’s like, okay, well, what are the other options out there,” said college admissions expert Christopher Rim. He noted a surge in students reconsidering their Columbia applications after federal funding cuts. “The brand name has been beyond tarnished and ruined,” Rim added, as major companies openly refuse to hire its graduates.
- [They got schooled: ‘Columbia cherry-picked students who were really, really, really into social justice activism’](https://www.commandeducation.com/press/columbia-in-chaos-after-seeking-out-social-justice-activists/): Columbia essentially did this to themselves,” said college admissions expert Christopher Rim, noting the school’s preference for students deeply involved in social justice activism. He pointed to application prompts favoring adversity narratives, questioning their relevance for wealthy applicants. “Columbia cherry-picked students who were really, really, really into social justice activism… and it totally backfired.
- [Anti-Israel Protests Impact College Enrollment](https://www.commandeducation.com/press/anti-israel-protests-impact-college-enrollment/): High school seniors are rethinking their plans to attend elite universities like Columbia due to ongoing anti-Israel protests on campuses. College admissions consultant and Command Education CEO, Christopher Rim, joins Fox & Friends First to discuss how these protests are influencing college enrollment trends. Jewish students, in particular, are voicing safety concerns, and some are removing schools like Columbia from their college lists.
- [High school seniors reject Columbia over campus chaos: ‘Why would you want to go there?’](https://www.commandeducation.com/press/high-school-seniors-reject-columbia-over-campus-chaos-why-would-you-want-to-go-there/): “If you were to compare Columbia with virtually any Ivy League, virtually any other Ivy League will win — and even non-Ivies like Duke, Emory and Washington in St. Louis,” college admissions consultant and Command Education CEO Christopher Rim told The Post.
- [College hopefuls have a new ultimate dream school — and it’s not Harvard](https://www.commandeducation.com/press/college-hopefuls-have-a-new-ultimate-dream-school-and-its-not-harvard/): For years, Harvard reigned as the ultimate dream school—but not anymore. In 2025, MIT claimed the top spot in The Princeton Review’s rankings, reflecting shifting student priorities. While prestige still matters, today’s applicants are increasingly focused on affordability and career prospects. With tuition costs soaring and job markets tightening, financial aid and post-graduate salaries play a larger role in college decisions than ever before.
- [Personal Finance Trump’s $5 million ‘gold card’ visa opens a door for wealthy college applicants from overseas, experts say](https://www.commandeducation.com/press/personal-finance-trumps-5-million-gold-card-visa-opens-a-door-for-wealthy-college-applicants-from-overseas-experts-say/): “Over the past 24 hours, we received an unusual influx of inquiries from students in China, Korea and India because of Trump’s gold card visa,” Christopher Rim, president and CEO of college consulting firm Command Education, said Thursday, two days after Trump first floated the idea.
- [Students are getting politically conservative in their college essays — and it’s getting them into the Ivy League](https://www.commandeducation.com/press/students-are-getting-politically-conservative-in-their-college-essays-and-its-getting-them-into-the-ivy-league/): High school seniors are making bold moves in their college application essays — and it’s paying off. According to college admissions expert Christopher Rim, students who highlight their conservative values and experiences, such as volunteering for political campaigns or joining free speech organizations, are earning spots at Ivy League schools like Harvard, Stanford, and Princeton. By embracing their beliefs and taking risks, these applicants are standing out in an increasingly competitive admissions landscape, proving that authenticity can be a powerful advantage.
- [Road to a top college: With Ivies fading, here are the new elite schools](https://www.commandeducation.com/press/road-to-a-top-college-with-ivies-fading-here-are-the-new-elite-schools/): The Ivy League’s prestige has been challenged by allegations of bias and free speech issues, prompting many students to look beyond traditional Ivies. Elite universities like NYU, Duke, and Rice, dubbed the "new Ivies," are gaining prominence with rigorous academics, plummeting acceptance rates, and rising rankings. To secure admission, students must avoid common pitfalls, from weak transcripts to generic extracurriculars and essays.
- [Road to a top college: It’s never too early to start saving](https://www.commandeducation.com/press/road-to-a-top-college-its-never-too-early-to-start-saving/): Planning for college starts earlier than you think. Experts recommend opening a 529 plan, saving gift money, and starting monthly contributions from birth. By middle and high school, encourage kids to save earnings, apply for scholarships, and take AP classes. Transparent family discussions and strategic saving can make higher education more affordable and achievable.
- [Asian enrollment at top colleges Princeton, Yale and Duke down —admissions group claims discrimination](https://www.commandeducation.com/press/asian-enrollment-at-top-colleges-princeton-yale-and-duke-down-admissions-group-claims-discrimination/): ollege admissions consultant and Command Education CEO Chris Rim thinks anti-Asian bias in the admissions process is still happening. “Asian students are unable to obscure their racial identity on their applications because of their names —in many cases, top schools can easily determine which students are Asian and continue their practice of unfairly rejecting them in order to manufacture diversity,” he explained.
- [Princeton college consultants must prioritize accessibility and pedagogy, not profit](https://www.commandeducation.com/press/princeton-college-consultants-must-prioritize-accessibility-and-pedagogy-not-profit/): At Princeton, according to the Class of 2027 Frosh Survey, half of all respondents earning over $500 thousand a year used private assistance in applications, as opposed to roughly 10 percent for those earning under $80 thousand. Even Command’s CEO Christopher Rim acknowledges the “unfair advantage” he offers to the upper class, but justifies it by claiming, “I’m not helping a wealthy client take the spot of a low-income student … competing against each other.”
- [How to get your child into an Ivy League university](https://www.commandeducation.com/press/how-to-get-your-child-into-an-ivy-league-university/): Cracking the Ivy League application process is essential. For many families based in the UK, this means seeking the advice of an experienced educational adviser, like Christopher Rim, the founder and CEO of education and admissions consultancy firm Command Education, to help guide a student on their journey.
- [Confidence in colleges, universities reaches all-time low, new poll indicates](https://www.commandeducation.com/press/confidence-in-colleges-universities-reaches-all-time-low-new-poll-indicates/): In that same month, as then-Harvard President Claudine Gay was embroiled in controversy over campus antisemitism, college admissions consultant Christopher Rim told Fox News he was "completely shocked" to see students turning down their acceptances to the university for the first time in his career.
- [Best Scholarship Websites of 2024](https://www.commandeducation.com/press/best-scholarship-websites-of-2024/): Even the best student loans and other financial aid items don't always provide enough to cover all the costs of college. Scholarships are a great way to bridge the gap, with no obligation to repay the money. Finding scholarships you qualify for can be difficult. But there are several great scholarship websites that can help you do it.
- [As Ivy League prioritizes ‘activism at expense of academics,’ other schools rise to top for employers](https://www.commandeducation.com/press/as-ivy-league-prioritizes-activism-at-expense-of-academics-other-schools-rise-to-top-for-employers/): “Those schools are being added to college lists and are being considered in a very similar light to the Ivy League,” college admissions consultant and Command Education CEO Christopher Rim told The Post. “Our clients are wanting to get into Ivies and Ivy-plus schools — including these so-called ‘new Ivies.'”
- [Some Singapore students decide against going to elite US colleges over campus protests](https://www.commandeducation.com/press/some-singapore-students-decide-against-going-to-elite-us-colleges-over-campus-protests/): Mr Christopher Rim, chief executive of Command Education, said 12 of its clients have been offered places at Columbia University and eight have received acceptance letters from the University of Pennsylvania (UPenn) in the latest admission cycle, which began in late September 2023.
- [US colleges face their next big challenge: furious parents](https://www.commandeducation.com/press/us-colleges-face-their-next-big-challenge-furious-parents/): Christopher Rim, founder and chief executive of Command Education, a company that helps students complete applications for competitive colleges, said he had received calls from more than two dozen parents with children at Columbia University and the University of California, Los Angeles.
- [Elite Universities Are Now Getting Hit with Yet Another Problem: Furious Parents](https://www.commandeducation.com/press/elite-universities-are-now-getting-hit-with-yet-another-problem-furious-parents/): Debra Lynn Eden, whose daughter is a junior at Princeton, complained, "It's all a giant distraction to the students who are trying to complete their studies in a high-stress environment." Christopher Rim, founder and CEO of Command Education, which helps students complete applications, said parents of Columbia and University of California - Los Angeles students are calling for refunds.
- [Protests have some students rethinking college choice](https://www.commandeducation.com/press/protests-have-some-students-rethinking-rethinking-college-choice/): Gaza war protests on college campuses across the U.S. have led some soon-to-be freshmen at schools like Columbia and Yale to question their decision, according to the head of a college consulting firm. LiveNOW from FOX's Josh Breslow spoke with Christopher Rim, the CEO of Command Education.
- [Colleges Have a New Source of Protest on Their Hands: Irate Parents](https://www.commandeducation.com/press/colleges-have-a-new-source-of-protest-on-their-hands-irate-parents/): Christopher Rim, founder and CEO of Command Education, a company that helps students complete competitive-college applications, says that in the past week he has received calls from about 25 parents with students at Columbia University and the University of California, Los Angeles—both sites of demonstrations in recent days— some wanting full or partial refunds from the colleges their kids attend.
- [University Protests Impacting College Decision Day](https://www.commandeducation.com/press/university-protests-impacting-college-decision-day/): On May 1st, known as decision day for college-bound students, protests at universities like Columbia have complicated the decision-making process for many. Christopher Rim, CEO of Command Education, notes that students are uncertain about attending universities due to ongoing protests and safety concerns. Some students who were accepted to Columbia have opted out, preferring a gap year instead. The protests have raised questions about the value of a degree from affected universities. Rim also mentions that some schools extended their decision deadlines due to delays in financial aid processing. The impact of these protests extends beyond individual decisions, potentially affecting the reputation and value of affected universities.
- [Students are rejecting elite colleges like Columbia and Yale to attend southern schools like Clemson](https://www.commandeducation.com/press/students-are-rejecting-elite-colleges-like-columbia-and-yale-to-attend-southern-schools/): Christopher Rim, the CEO of college consulting firm Command Education, told The Free Press that some students are giving up on going to elite schools entirely and are even interested in transferring to other institutions. "One student we work with recently abandoned her years long dream of attending Columbia" due to antisemitism, Rim said. "We’ve also seen a number of Jewish students who are interested in transferring, especially from Columbia, Cornell, and Penn."
- [Kids Are Giving Up on Elite Colleges—and Heading South](https://www.commandeducation.com/press/kids-are-giving-up-on-elite-colleges-and-heading-south/): “We are working around the clock with students to restructure their college lists as a result of the fallout,” says Christopher Rim, the CEO of college consulting firm Command Education. “One student we work with recently abandoned her yearslong dream of attending Columbia” because of antisemitism claims. “We’ve also seen a number of Jewish students who are interested in transferring, especially from Columbia, Cornell, and Penn.”
- [After a difficult application year, college hopefuls have a ‘love-hate relationship’ with ‘Ivy Day,’ expert says](https://www.commandeducation.com/press/after-a-difficult-application-year-college-hopefuls-have-a-love-hate-relationship-with-ivy-day-expert-says/): Yet, just weeks later, Harvard was named the ultimate “dream” school, according to a Princeton Review survey of college-bound students. “Right now, a lot of students are still aiming for these top-tier, name-brand schools. But they really have these love-hate relationships with because they make the process so confusing and chaotic,” said Christopher Rim, president and CEO of Command Education.
- [Waitlisted at your dream college? Here’s what to do next](https://www.commandeducation.com/press/waitlisted-at-your-dream-college-heres-what-to-do-next/): The admissions landscape at top schools has become more fiercely competitive than ever before. During the 2023–24 early application cycle, Yale announced that it accepted 709 of its 7,856 applicants, amounting to a 9.02% acceptance rate — the lowest in over 20 years, topping the precedent set last cycle.
- [Parents Are Hiring Pricey Consultants to Help Kids Get Into College](https://www.commandeducation.com/press/parents-are-hiring-pricey-consultants-to-help-kids-get-into-college/): Many high school students are starting to get their acceptance or rejection letters from colleges. While it can be a stressful time for families, it's fueling a $3 billion industry of independent educational consultants with some parents spending $120,000 on services. NBC’s Morgan Radford reports for TODAY.
- [US colleges bring back standardized testing after finding test-optional policies hurt minority students](https://www.commandeducation.com/press/us-colleges-bring-back-standardized-testing-after-finding-test-optional-policies-hurt-minority-students/): Christopher Rim, the CEO and founder of Command Education (a private Ivy League and elite college consultancy), told Fox News Digital that many colleges created test-optional policies based on the assumption that standardized testing has historically disadvantaged students of color.
- [Harvard is back on top as college hopefuls’ ultimate ‘dream’ school, despite recent turmoil](https://www.commandeducation.com/press/harvard-is-back-on-top-as-college-hopefuls-ultimate-dream-school-despite-recent-turmoil/): Indeed, a slightly more favorable acceptance rate could have already prompted more students to apply by the regular decision deadline on Jan. 1, according to Christopher Rim, president and CEO of college consulting firm Command Education.
- [Inventing the Perfect College Applicant For $120,000 a year, Christopher Rim promises to turn any student into Ivy bait.](https://www.commandeducation.com/press/college-admissions-educational-consultants-command-education/): Christopher Rim, founder of Command Education, has built a multimillion-dollar business helping wealthy families navigate college admissions. “We are texting students 15 minutes before math class to make sure they turn in their homework,” he says, illustrating the firm’s hands-on approach. Rim is unapologetic about his role, stating, “Yes, I’m helping the rich have an unfair advantage—over other rich students.” He recalls a CEO promising to “double business” if their child got into a top school and dismisses complaints from frustrated parents: “You deserve it, but that doesn’t mean you’re going to get it.” His approach is simple—find the right narrative and shape it to win admissions officers over.
- [You’re not imagining it — it feels damn near impossible to get into top colleges right now](https://www.commandeducation.com/press/youre-not-imagining-it-it-feels-damn-near-impossible-to-get-into-top-colleges-right-now/): Members of royal families in Asia and the children of presidents are counted among the discreet clientele of Christopher Rim, the founder of Command Education, a New York City college-admissions consultancy. For some parents, the cost of getting their kids into a top university knows no bounds.
- [How the rich and famous fell for Miami](https://www.commandeducation.com/press/how-the-rich-and-famous-fell-for-miami/): ‘Even families who you would have considered to be a shoo-in are now looking for outside help to strengthen their applications,’ says Miami-based college admissions consultant Christopher Rim, founder of Command Education. He tells Spear’s he moved to Miami in 2021, in response to a spike in requests in the city from nervous parents looking for coaching and intel on the all-important selection process.
- [Harvard is ‘not Necessarily’ Carrying the Same ‘prestige’ as It Used to: Christopher Rim](https://www.commandeducation.com/press/harvard-is-not-necessarily-carrying-the-same-prestige-as-it-used-to-christopher-rim/): Command Education CEO Christopher Rim joins ‘The Big Money Show’ to analyze the impact the Israel-Hamas war has had on certain Ivy League universities.
- [‘Complete shock’: College admissions consultant reacts to students rejecting early Harvard acceptance](https://www.commandeducation.com/press/complete-shock-college-admissions-consultant-reacts-to-students-rejecting-early-harvard-acceptance/): College admissions consultant Christopher Rim joins 'Fox & Friends First' to discuss the shift in attitude toward attending Harvard after allegations of an antisemitic climate have altered its image.
- [What does it take to get into an Ivy League college? For some students, a $750,000 consultant.](https://www.commandeducation.com/press/what-does-it-take-to-get-into-an-ivy-league-college-for-some-students-a-750000-consultant/): "These are the 1% of the 1%," said Christopher Rim, the founder and CEO of Command Education, which charges $750,000 for a six-year consulting package, of his clients. "Their biggest priority is their child's education and health — you can't compare Harvard against a state school." He added, "They want every resource out there. These parents care so much about who their kids are surrounded with. They want quality friends."
- [Some Jewish parents rethink elite schools amid antisemitism concerns on campus](https://www.commandeducation.com/press/some-jewish-parents-rethink-elite-schools-amid-antisemitism-concerns-on-campus/): More than a dozen Jewish families told CNN their priorities have shifted since October 7 as they apply to colleges, given the ongoing tension and turmoil on campuses nationwide. Christopher Rim, founder and CEO of Command Education, a consultancy that helps students apply to top-tier colleges, said they’re “getting new updates and changes and requests” every day. “We’ve had students completely revamp their entire application,” he said.
- [Can You Reapply to a College After Being Rejected?](https://www.commandeducation.com/press/can-you-reapply-to-a-college-after-being-rejected/): Colleges reject applicants for various reasons. “It could be that their essay was terrible or their extracurricular descriptions were not properly formatted, or they forgot a letter of recommendation," says Christopher Rim, founder and CEO of the admissions firm Command Education.
- [Ivy League slashes price of ‘donor door’ from $20m to $2m after antisemitism storm](https://www.commandeducation.com/press/ivy-league-slashes-price-of-donor-door-from-20m-to-2m-after-antisemitism-storm/): “If a billionaire has committed $50 million or $100 million a year and now they’re backing out, colleges need to figure out how to fill that gap,” Command Education founder Christopher Rim told The Post. “The only way to do that is by recruiting lower amount donors.”
- [“PLAN B” Schools: Wealthy Jewish Families Rejecting Ivy Leagues](https://www.commandeducation.com/press/plan-b-schools-wealthy-jewish-families-rejecting-ivy-leagues/): Christopher Rim, CEO of Command Education speaks with Hosts Brian Brenberg, Jackie DeAngelis, and Taylor Riggs on The Big Money Show on Fox Business. Rim offers his insight on the pressing issue of free speech within prestigious Ivy League universities, particularly in the context of their response to the conflict involving Israel.
- [Wealthy Jewish families are rejecting the Ivy League for ‘Plan B’ schools](https://www.commandeducation.com/press/wealthy-jewish-families-reject-ivy-league-for-plan-b-schools/): In a significant shift in elite university admissions, wealthy Jewish families are reconsidering their long-held aspirations for their children to attend Ivy League schools like Harvard and Columbia. This change comes in the wake of increasing pro-Palestine rallies and a surge in anti-Israel sentiment across these prestigious campuses. Christopher Rim, a prominent college admissions consultant and founder of Command Education, reports a noticeable trend among high school seniors and their families, who are actively removing Ivy League schools from their application lists.
- [Rich parents are ditching prep schools for public — to get kids into the Ivy League](https://www.commandeducation.com/press/rich-parents-are-ditching-prep-schools-for-public-to-get-kids-into-the-ivy-league/): New York City families are forking over five-figure tuition to prep schools like Trinity, Dalton and Horace Mann, thinking these private academies are runways to the Ivy League — but one admissions expert says it’s a bad bet. In fact, according to college admissions consultant Christopher Rim, that same kid would have a four-to-five times greater shot of getting into a top-tier college if they went to a public school.
- [Harvard Bound: Strategies That Propel Students Past Admissions Hurdles](https://www.commandeducation.com/press/harvard-bound-strategies-that-propel-students-past-admissions-hurdles/): "I just followed my passions and my interests," Rim said, attributing his acceptance to his genuine story that struck a chord with the admissions officers. Among 18 applicants from his high school, Rim, who had the lowest grades among them, was the only one accepted into Yale. Established in 2015, Command Education has become the sought-after service for families aiming for Ivy League admissions. Charging a hefty fee upwards of $1,500 an hour, Rim's organization aids students from prestigious schools like Horace Mann and Trinity.
- [The cost of applying to college: ‘Bare minimum,’ expect $1,200 on application fees, says expert](https://www.commandeducation.com/press/the-cost-of-applying-to-college-bare-minimum-expect-1200-on-application-fees-says-expert/): Heightened uncertainty is driving students to cast a wider net, according to Christopher Rim, president and CEO of college consulting firm Command Education.
- [College Admissions Chaos: What Happens Now?](https://www.commandeducation.com/press/college-admissions-chaos-what-happens-now/): The Supreme Court's recent decision to ban racial preference in college admissions has ignited a myriad of emotions and reactions across the nation. The ruling has significantly reshaped the higher education landscape, challenging long-held beliefs, systems, and structures in place since the late 1960s. This shift has intensified debates on how to achieve racial parity in college admissions, forcing institutions, students, and families to navigate a rapidly changing terrain, filled with mixed messages and unprecedented challenges.
- [Some parents opting for rural life to get kids into Ivy League](https://www.commandeducation.com/press/some-parents-opting-for-rural-life-to-get-kids-into-ivy-league/): Christopher Rim, CEO of Command Education, highlighted the skewed competition in metropolitan areas like New York City, where numerous students from elite private schools compete for the same prestigious colleges. Conversely, in states like Arkansas, not every student is aiming for Ivy League institutions. Rim criticizes the admissions process, noting inherent disparities based on school type, labeling it as "designed to be unfair."
- [A college counselor said a parent offered him $1.5 million to deny service to their child’s classmates — highlighting the cut-throat battle for Ivy League admissions](https://www.commandeducation.com/press/a-college-counselor-said-a-parent-offered-him-1-5-million-to-deny-service-to-their-childs-classmates-highlighting-the-cut-throat-battle-for-ivy-league-admissions/): Wealthy parents are spending up to $1 million, hoping to secure Ivy League acceptance for their children. Christopher Rim's Command Education charges $750,000 for six years of college counseling. Some parents even offer exclusivity deals worth more than the service fee. Despite the high costs, Rim doesn't promise Ivy League admissions, as acceptance rates, like Harvard's, drop below 4%. The demand remains high, with Command Education's client slots frequently selling out.
- [Desperate NYC parents spending millions, lying, moving across the country to get kids into Ivy League](https://www.commandeducation.com/press/desperate-nyc-parents-spending-millions-lying-moving-across-the-country-to-get-kids-into-ivy-league/): The college admissions frenzy has escalated, with parents spending up to $1.5 million on elite consultancy and even relocating for better odds. Christopher Rim of Command Education highlights the growing desperation, revealing parents approach him for students as young as second grade. Meanwhile, Ivy League admissions rates plummet, intensifying global competition. Rim criticizes the broken system, even as he navigates its complexities.
- [The Ultra-Wealthy Are Paying Up to $750,000 for Counseling to Get Their Kids Into Harvard](https://www.commandeducation.com/press/the-ultra-wealthy-are-paying-up-to-750000-for-counseling-to-get-their-kids-into-harvard/): Command Education offers a $750,000 college consulting service to boost students' chances at elite U.S. schools. Beyond SAT prep, they provide holistic guidance on extracurriculars and internships. Wealthier families often seek such advantages, with some even making exclusive offers to consultants. Skeptics question the value compared to cheaper services.

## Team Members
- [Aaron](https://www.commandeducation.com/team-member/aaron/): Aaron is a graduate of the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities, where he earned a B.A. History with a minor in French. He also holds an M.A. in the History of Art and Architecture from Boston University. With over 15 years of experience, Aaron has guided students through every facet of academic support and standardized testing. He has extensive expertise in preparing students for the ACT, SAT, SSAT, ISEE, GRE, GMAT, and LSAT, as well as tutoring across core academic subjects including History (all levels and AP), Mathematics, English, and college-level writing. As the Director of Tutoring, Aaron oversees Command Education’s team of Senior Tutors, ensuring that every student receives personalized academic and test prep support that empowers them to reach their full potential.
- [Ali Mantell](https://www.commandeducation.com/team-member/ali-mantell/): Ali Mantell has been with Command Education for over five years, serving as a guide for families as they navigate the college application process. Prior to joining Command, she held leadership roles in higher education, working across admissions, advising, and career services to support students at every stage of their academic journey. With a bachelor’s degree in Psychology and a master’s degree in Organizational Leadership, Ali brings both a strong academic foundation and a people-centered approach to her work. As the SVP of Enrollment at Command Education, Ali is known for building trusted relationships with families and helping parents feel informed and supported through every step of the enrollment process.
- [Ashley](https://www.commandeducation.com/team-member/ashley/): Ashley is the Senior Designer at Command Education, where she brings students’ passion projects to life through creative storytelling and strategic design. A graduate of Northeastern University with a BFA in Design and minors in Japanese and Art History, she has over a decade of experience in the design field. During her five years at Command Education, she has collaborated with students on over 230 individual projects, ranging from logos and websites to marketing materials and published books. Always eager to explore new trends in design and technology, Ashley is dedicated to helping students translate their ideas into professional, visually compelling work.
- [Christopher Rim](https://www.commandeducation.com/team-member/christopher-rim/): Christopher Rim is the founder and CEO of Command Education. Prior to founding Command Education in 2015, Christopher Rim worked on building inspirED at Facebook in partnership with the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence. Christopher has served on multiple advisory boards including Lady Gaga’s Born This Way Foundation and panels such as the Emotion Revolution at Yale, HackHarassment by Intel, and World Internet Conference in Shanghai. He is frequently featured in education-related TV segments and articles including The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, US News & World Report, New York Post, and FOX, as well as international media such as the Hong Kong Economic Journal and South China Morning Post. He is also a Senior Contributor for Forbes, where he writes about emotionally intelligent leadership and education.
- [Josiah](https://www.commandeducation.com/team-member/josiah/): Josiah earned his B.A. in Philosophy from Brown University before pursuing a Master of Divinity at Yale, with a focus in philosophy and ethics. Over the course of his time at Command Education, Josiah has coached students to publish their research, grow their passion projects on an international scale, and earn multiple Ivy acceptances. As the Vice President of Mentorship Strategy, Josiah oversees the quality and strategic direction of all mentorship at Command Education. He provides the highest level of strategic decision-making and works closely with our Senior Mentors and Directors of Mentoring to ensure that every student receives personalized guidance aligned with their long-term academic and admissions goals. His oversight ensures that our mentorship maintains the highest standards and that each student’s roadmap remains both ambitious and realistic as the admissions landscape continues to evolve.
- [Fatima](https://www.commandeducation.com/team-member/fatima/): Fatima is a graduate of Yale University with a B.A. in Psychology. As a Senior Tutor at Command Education, she has not only helped countless students achieve their goal scores and learn content, but she has also helped them develop their confidence and testing stamina, and master study skills they can use throughout the rest of their education. Prior to joining the tutoring team at Command Education, she served as a teacher in the Miami-Dade County Public School system, teaching all core subjects across different age levels and tutoring students in supplementary courses aimed at increasing their standardized test scores and preparation. Outside of her work with students, she enjoys traveling, cooking, reading, writing, and playing instruments.
- [Grace Lee](https://www.commandeducation.com/team-member/grace-lee/): Grace Lee is the SVP of Business Development at Command Education, bringing nearly a decade of expertise in educational consulting and business development. A Cornell University graduate with a Bachelor of Science from the SC Johnson College of Business, Grace has a proven track record of driving growth in the education sector.
- [Jane](https://www.commandeducation.com/team-member/jane/): Jane graduated from Princeton University with a joint degree in English, Creative Writing, and Film Studies. She went on to earn her Masters in Fine Arts in Fiction at NYU, where she also taught an undergraduate writing seminar. During her time at Princeton, she was a two-time Lewis Center Grant Recipient, a Mellon Grant Winner, and a Runner Up for Ward Mathis Prize for Best Short Story. After completing her graduate studies, she worked as a tutor and college consultant for students in Sao Paulo, Brazil, where she equipped international students to apply to elite U.S. colleges. With a decade of experience in higher education admissions, Jane has worked with countless students to help them shape compelling narratives and earn admission to the most prestigious schools in the country, including all of the Ivy League schools as well as MIT, Stanford, Caltech, UChicago, and more.
- [Jesse](https://www.commandeducation.com/team-member/jesse/): Jesse earned a B.A. in Psychology with a Neuroscience certificate from Princeton University before pursuing an M.S. in Exercise Science and Health Promotion with a concentration in Sport Psychology at PennWest California. Having played collegiate soccer at Princeton, she went on to play professional soccer in France for Havre Athletic Club for three years after graduation. In addition to her athletic career, Jesse has prior experience in both coaching and teaching. She led individual and group training sessions for middle and high school athletes as a youth strength and conditioning coach. She also taught one-on-one online ESL classes for children ages 5–12, tailoring lessons to each student’s needs and interests to develop their English reading, writing, and speaking skills. As a Senior Mentor, Jesse is passionate about equipping students with lifelong skills; in addition to earning admission to top schools, her students have won prestigious awards such as the Congressional Award Gold Medal and published their original research in scholarly journals.
- [Merrily Bodell](https://www.commandeducation.com/team-member/merrily/): Merrily Bodell is President of Command Education, where she leads the firm’s growth and ongoing evolution as a premier provider of high-touch, mentorship-driven guidance for students and families.
- [Nicholas](https://www.commandeducation.com/team-member/nicholas/): Nick graduated Cum Laude from Saint Joseph’s College of Maine, where he was a 4-year Presidential Scholarship recipient. He holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Business and Sports Management. During his college career, he was a member of the varsity baseball team and was named to the NCAA All-Academic team. Before joining Command Education, he worked in higher education for numerous years, gaining a deep understanding of the entire admissions process, which has equipped him to strategically support students every step of the way. Nick also has experience in coaching and individual athletic consulting, helping high school students maximize their potential on the field, in the classroom, and in their social life.
- [Arthur](https://www.commandeducation.com/team-member/arthur/): Arthur is a graduate of Columbia University, where he earned a B.S. in Applied Math with a concentration in Physics. He is pursuing an M.Ed in Learning Design and Technology at the University of Southern California. Arthur brings almost a decade of experience tutoring students for the SAT and ACT, including a year and a half of teaching experience at Fusion Academy to his work with students. As a Command Education Senior Tutor, Arthur specializes in math support, helping students identify their unique struggles and find personalized ways to make math intelligible—and even exciting—for students, regardless of their skill level.
- [Ibrahim](https://www.commandeducation.com/team-member/ibrahim/): Ibrahim graduated from Harvard University with a major in History and a minor in Economics. Ibrahim founded and serves as the editor of the journal South Caucasus Review, which publishes scholarly work on the Caucasus by high school and university students. He has also served as an admissions officer and Azerbaijan Selection Chair for United World Colleges. Ibrahim brings this wealth of experience to his holistic and emotionally intelligent mentorship at Command Education, along with years of pro-bono college consulting and his work founding and operating a summer camp for at-risk youth and refugees. He speaks four languages (Azerbaijani, English, Russian, and Turkish) and enjoys rowing and reading Russian literature.
- [Jin](https://www.commandeducation.com/team-member/jin/): Jin graduated from Rice University with an honors degree in psychology, economics, and art history. With over five years of experience tutoring the SAT and ACT, Jin provides personalized tutoring to help each student build their confidence and sharpen their skills. Whether your student needs assistance with math, reading comprehension, grammar, or test-taking strategies, Jin will tailor each session to their strengths and weaknesses. When she’s not working with students, Jin can be found reading fantasy novels, listening to K-pop, or watching the latest K-drama.
- [Kyle](https://www.commandeducation.com/team-member/kyle/): Kyle graduated from University of California, Los Angeles as a Regents Scholar and with majors in Molecular Biology and Neuroscience. In high school, he scored a 2380 SAT, 800s on Math II, Chemistry, and Physics SAT Subject Tests (and 790 in Biology–oh no!), as well as 5's on all his AP exams. Kyle's teaching philosophy emphasizes learning through mistakes, building strong academic foundations, and ultimately guiding students to become more perceptive and analytical thinkers.
- [Sean Kelly](https://www.commandeducation.com/team-member/sean-kelly/): Sean graduated from Duke University with a major in Psychology and a minor in Education. While at Duke, he served as a student manager for the Men's Basketball team, eventually earning the opportunity to try out and join the team as a full-scholarship walk-on — becoming part of the 2015 National Championship team.
- [Giovanni](https://www.commandeducation.com/team-member/giovanni/): Giovanni has been helping learners of all backgrounds and skill levels tackle the SAT and ACT for over four years. He graduated from Harvard University as a John Harvard Scholar in 2023 with a degree in Government on the Data Science track, which has equipped him with a strategic and analytical approach to test prep. His tutoring methodology emphasizes patience, support, and targeted practice, helping students feel confident as they push past their weak spots. Every student is different, so he tailors his teaching to fit their specific needs and goals. When he’s not tutoring, you can find him gaming, checking out new cafes, or spending time with friends and family.
- [Ian](https://www.commandeducation.com/team-member/ian/): Ian is a graduate of Harvard University, where he earned a B.A. in History. At Harvard, he was active in the Institute of Politics and The Harvard Crimson editorial board, and participated in the David Rockefeller Center for Latin American Studies. Ian brings nearly a decade of college consulting experience to his work with students, and he is adept at coaching students to take charge of their own learning, craft standout application narratives, and ultimately earn admission to their dream schools.
- [Jessica Chidiac](https://www.commandeducation.com/team-member/jessica-chidiac/): Jessica Chidiac has spent over a decade working in education, admissions, and student development, helping families navigate important academic decisions with confidence and clarity. Prior to joining  Command, she worked across educational institutions and student-focused organizations in the US, the UK, and the Middle East. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Psychology, as well as graduate degrees in Child Psychology and International Marketing from University College London (UCL) and the University of Sussex. Jessica brings both a student-centered and strategic perspective to her work. She is known for building trusted relationships with families and helping students find the right support to achieve their goals.
- [Kailee](https://www.commandeducation.com/team-member/kailee/): Kailee graduated from the University of Southern California with an honors degree in English Literature and has several years of experience tutoring students preparing for the SAT and ACT. Passionate about empowering students, Kailee integrates emotional intelligence into her teaching approach to help students develop self-awareness, manage stress, and enhance their motivation. Her approach helps students develop both academic skills and the emotional resilience needed to succeed under pressure, and she has helped students to boost their SAT scores by as many as 350 points. Outside of her professional life, Kailee is a dedicated foodie, an avid knitter, and loves spending quality time with her family.
- [Jen](https://www.commandeducation.com/team-member/jen/): Jen graduated from Princeton University, where she majored in Economics and minored in Spanish. She played Division 1 Soccer at Princeton before playing professional soccer in the USA and Australia for seven years. Before joining the Command Education team, she founded a business mentoring middle and high school students to maximize their confidence and potential on the athletic field, in the classroom, and in their social lives. As a Senior Mentor, she helped students of all ages improve their academic skillsets, develop executive functioning skills, earn admission to competitive summer programs, craft standout passion projects, and ultimately get admitted to their dream schools. In her current role as the Director of Training and Performance, Jen leverages her leadership experience to equip Senior Mentors with the most effective and informed strategies in their work with students.
- [BT](https://www.commandeducation.com/team-member/bt/): BT Hayes graduated magna cum laude from Princeton University with a degree in Comparative Literature, focusing on Spanish, German, and Portuguese, with certificates in Translation & Intercultural Communication, Hellenic Studies, and Theater. She has an extensive background in writing and directing, with work produced in both the US and UK. She has also won prestigious awards such as the Robert & Lynn Fagles Translation Prize (2022) and the Van Lier Directing Fellowship at Repertoire Español. During COVID, she helped families to develop extracurricular enrichment for students navigating online coursework without the usual outlets for creativity and connection. Throughout her extensive career in education and private tutoring, she has developed a passion for helping students articulate their stories and discover their passions.
- [Charlotte](https://www.commandeducation.com/team-member/charlotte/): Charlotte graduated from Princeton University, where she majored in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology and minored in Music Theatre. At Princeton, she performed in numerous musicals and managed a national tour for her collegiate theatre troupe. She has deep passions for immunology and healthcare, which culminated in a thesis focusing on vaccination development for infectious diseases in koalas. In her years as a Senior Mentor, Charlotte has helped students craft dynamic STEM-based passion projects and earn admission to T25 schools around the country.
- [Dagan](https://www.commandeducation.com/team-member/dagan/): Dagan graduated from Columbia University with a degree in English and Psychology before earning a Masters of Fine Arts in Creative Writing with a concentration in Poetry from Johns Hopkins University. A published author, Dagan’s work has appeared in publications such as The Poetry Project journal, Hopkins Review, and The Brooklyn Rail. While pursuing his MFA, Dagan served as an adjunct faculty member teaching undergraduate poetry courses and helping students apply to graduate school. It was through his teaching experience that Dagan discovered his passion for mentoring students. As a Command Education Senior Mentor, Dagan has helped students earn admission into top schools like Columbia, Georgetown, Northwestern, and Brown, receive Scholastic Art and Writing awards, and gain acceptance to John Locke Institute courses and the Wharton Global Youth Program.
- [Ellen](https://www.commandeducation.com/team-member/ellen/): Ellen earned a B.S. in Human Biology, Health & Society from Cornell University before pursuing an M.A. In Curriculum & Instruction from Wake Forest University, where she graduated with distinction. Before joining Command, she spent five years teaching science in Brooklyn and Nashville, while also working as a tutor, helping students significantly improve their writing and standardized test scores. She has further experience working as a medical scribe and EMT. Throughout her career, she has been deeply passionate about empowering students to reach their full potential and helping them explore their academic and personal interests.
- [Josh](https://www.commandeducation.com/team-member/josh/): Josh graduated from Stanford University with a B.A. in Human Biology and a Notation in Science Communication. After graduating, he explored the intersections of writing and bioscience research, writing a science blog and working as a bioengineering graduate research assistant at Rice University. Josh was a Silver Medalist at 2022 iGEM Grand Jamboree, a Notation in Science Communication Panel Speaker at Stanford TEACH Symposium, and a Dean’s Fellow at Rice University. He brings prior experience in mentorship and tutoring to his work at Command Education, with a proven track record of success in helping students improve their standardized test scores and GPAs and develop confidence in their capabilities in and outside of the classroom.
- [Kelly](https://www.commandeducation.com/team-member/kelly/): Kelly holds a bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Yale University, where her research and coursework explored the intersection of language, culture, and thought. After graduation, she became a Yale-China Fellow and taught undergraduate courses in English and U.S. History at the Chinese University of Hong Kong. While teaching in Hong Kong, she discovered her passion for mentoring and empowering students personally, academically, and professionally. As a Command Education Senior Mentor, Kelly is adept at helping students develop cohesive narratives through their extracurricular profiles and written materials.
- [Lauren](https://www.commandeducation.com/team-member/lauren/): Lauren graduated from Dartmouth College, where she studied English and Government and completed a thesis in creative writing. As an undergraduate, she worked as an editor for Dartmouth’s weekly news magazine. She is passionate about creativity, writing, and media, and is a produced screenwriter on platforms such as HBO and Snap. Prior to joining the Command Education team, Lauren worked for more than five years as an independent tutor and college consultant. As a Command Education Senior Mentor, Lauren brings an enthusiastic approach to supporting students as they grow and achieve their personal and academic goals.
- [Matt](https://www.commandeducation.com/team-member/matt/): Matt earned his B.A. in Philosophy from Columbia University and an M.A. in Bioethics at NYU. During college, was inducted into the Honor Society, won the Arrow Memorial Scholarship, published in “Gadfly” undergrad philosophy magazine, and had his poems displayed at the Columbia Arts and Research Collective. In the years since graduating, he has continued to publish original works, including a poem in the first issue of Edge City. He brings years of educational experience to his role at Command Education, including expertise teaching ESOL classes, coaching on executive functioning skills, and guiding students through standardized test preparation. All of Matt’s former students have earned admission into one of their top schools and improved their standardized test scores by over 5 composite points.
- [Shiv](https://www.commandeducation.com/team-member/shiv/): Shiv earned a B.A. in Neuroscience from the University of Pennsylvania before pursuing an M.A. in Dance Anthropology from the University of Roehampton in London on a Fulbright Award, where his research explored gender, queerness, and storytelling within Indian classical dance and earned him the department’s Best Dissertation Award. He went on to earn his M.D. from the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA. Before joining Command Education, he advised students on the medical school admissions process, guided international students through college counseling and ACT/SAT prep, and supported students with college essay writing. He has also developed and piloted two novel mental health curricula for LA USD public schools—one through UCLA’s Department of Psychiatry and another through UCLA’s Center for East-West Medicine. Shiv has worked with children and adolescents since college, from volunteering in pediatric departments to running an after-school arts program at Penn teaching theater, voice, instruments, and dance. As a professional Kathak dancer and filmmaker, his work has premiered internationally, including his film Turbinado at the Manifest Festival in Pondicherry, India’s only international festival dedicated to dance films. Throughout his career, Shiv has been driven by a love of helping students uncover what they’re naturally drawn to and empowering them to pursue it further.
- [Michael](https://www.commandeducation.com/team-member/michael/): Michael is a graduate of the University of Pennsylvania with more than five years of experience guiding students through the college admissions process. He graduated Magna Cum Laude with a degree in English and brings a keen eye for building compelling student applicant narratives while helping students develop their unique interests. In the past two cycles alone, he helped twenty-one seniors gain admission to Ivy League+ schools. He is also very passionate about music (he even penned a nationally syndicated Starbucks holiday song!), and his New Year’s resolution is to read 100 books.
- [Vincent](https://www.commandeducation.com/team-member/vincent/): Vincent graduated from Princeton University, where he studied English, Theatre, and Humanistic Studies. During his time at Princeton, he was the recipient of the Alan S. Downer Prize, an honor awarded to a senior in the theater and performance track of the Department of English who has completed a thesis of exceptional merit. He has a deep passion for storytelling, which—combined with years of mentoring experience—equips him to guide students in crafting applications that are compelling, unique, and authentic.
- [Yibiao](https://www.commandeducation.com/team-member/yibiao/): Yibiao earned a B.A. in Music and Business Management from Columbia University and completed his Master’s degree at the Juilliard School. At Columbia, he coordinated activities for students in the Columbia-Juilliard Program as well as the Music Performance Program, working closely with Columbia Admissions to meet prospective students and applicants. Throughout college and grad school, Yibiao helped students successfully navigate the college admissions processes. In his years of work with students, Yibiao has gained expertise in helping students articulate their distinct voice to admissions officers and develop skills that will carry them beyond the college admissions process into the rest of their lives.

## Testimonials
- [](https://www.commandeducation.com/testimonial/26251675/): "Lauren thank you so much truly for all that you have done for me! Once I heard back from NYU I was thrilled."
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- [Parents of Olivia B., Pomona](https://www.commandeducation.com/testimonial/parents-of-olivia-b-pomona-premier-roadmap-package/): “We want to thank you for your work with Olivia over the last couple of months. You’ve put her in a position to succeed like no one she’s ever worked with. We could not have asked for more than what you’ve given her. I’ve been an adjunct professor for 20+ years, and in my teaching I always recall something on of my Jesuit professors told me about the role of an educator – ‘you need to get through to them.’ You’ve done that with Olivia. She’s very lucky to have worked with you.”
- [Parents of Rebecca H., Cornell](https://www.commandeducation.com/testimonial/parents-of-rebecca-h-cornell-premier-roadmap-package/): “From guiding on her passion project, helping with essays, advice on the activity list, keeping us on track and providing your expertise on everything in between. There are too many amazing things to list. You are dedicated to your students and the success in her acceptance clearly showcases that! I want you to know you do amazing work and it was much appreciated. We are so over the moon with Cornell.”
- [Parent of Chelsea P., Stanford](https://www.commandeducation.com/testimonial/parent-of-chelsea-p-stanford-premier-roadmap-package/): “Chelsea got into Stanford and Columbia. Thank you so much for all the great input. And a special thanks to her mentor. Chelsea loved interacting with her. You guys are awesome!”
- [Parent of Ella L., Yale](https://www.commandeducation.com/testimonial/parent-of-ella-l-yale-premier-roadmap-package/): “Ella was taken off the waitlist and offered acceptance to Yale today! Not sure what we are going to do but thank you SO very much!! You and your company truly made this possible!”
- [Sylvia K., University of Pennsylvania](https://www.commandeducation.com/testimonial/sylvia-k-university-of-pennsylvania-premier-senior-package/): “Your essay instruction was a real help with my admission to the University of Pennsylvania and I don’t think it would have been possible without your guidance. Not only did I write a great college application essay, but I improved my overall writing skills.”
- [Parent of Diana A., Tufts](https://www.commandeducation.com/testimonial/parent-of-diana-a-tufts-premier-roadmap-package/): “We appreciate you and recognize the dedication you gave Diana. Your stamp on her will carry her to her next chapter, becoming a doctor. You and your team have a big part in her future achievements.”
- [Daniel K., Harvard College](https://www.commandeducation.com/testimonial/daniel-k-harvard-college-premier-roadmap-package/): “THANK YOU!!! THANK YOU!!!! THANK YOU!!!! I am so thrilled to have been accepted to all of my reach schools. Thank you for your expertise and knowledge in helping me craft the perfect essay. I can’t begin to appreciate how grateful I am for your help.”
- [Jimmy O., Stanford University](https://www.commandeducation.com/testimonial/jimmy-o-stanford-university-premier-roadmap-package/): “For an international student like myself, the personal essay and its significance in the admissions process was a vague and difficult task for me to master. Dan helped me understand what colleges were looking for in an essay and helped me learn how to convey my personal voice to admissions. He helped me earn acceptance to Stanford; I couldn’t be more grateful for his help.”
- [Parent of Jasmine, L., University of Notre Dame](https://www.commandeducation.com/testimonial/parent-of-jasmine-l-university-of-notre-dame/): “Honestly can’t thank you and your team for everything you did to support Jasmine. Your guidance is what nailed it. It has been a pleasure working with you. We thank you and will recommend Command Education.”
- [James C, Acceptances List, Roadmap Testimonial](https://www.commandeducation.com/testimonial/james-c-acceptances-list-roadmap-testimonial/): “I have just started hearing back from colleges and so far I got into: Cornell, Yale, University of Pennsylvania, and Carnegie Mellon! I’ll let you know where else I get in and where I end up going!”
- [Kayla Wharton](https://www.commandeducation.com/testimonial/kayla-wharton/): “Selecting Chris and his team to help my daughter apply to the perfect college has been one of the best investments I have made. I want to pass on the good news that my daughter will be joining Wharton this fall.”