Command in the Media
Command Education stays ahead of admissions trends so families can make informed, strategic decisions.
Command Education is a thought leader in the education and admissions consulting industries, routinely providing expert insights in regional, national, and global news media outlets. Our team is frequently called upon to comment on emerging trends in college admissions, student success, and the evolving landscape of higher education.
09/19/2023
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
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.
09/19/2023
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.
09/18/2023
The Ultra-Wealthy Are Paying Up to $750,000 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.
09/15/2023
Ultra-Rich Buy Ultra-Luxury Counseling to Get Kids Into Harvard
Sooner or later, every parent asks Christopher Rim the same question: What will it take to get my kid into Harvard or Yale?
His answer: $750,000.
That’s Rim’s going rate for advice on landing a coveted spot in the Ivy League for students who want to start college prep in the 7th grade. The price is more than twice what it can cost to actually attend one of those eight elite schools.
08/22/2023
One Thing Parents Won’t Cut From Budgets: Extracurricular Activities
The Supreme Court’s June decision outlawing affirmative action could put even more emphasis on extracurricular activities to make a student stand out, said Christopher Rim, chief executive of Command Education, an elite-college consulting firm in New York that advises students on their college applications.
08/17/2023
I was told I'd never get into Yale because of Asian American prejudice, but I beat the odds and got in. Now I teach other students how to get into their dream schools.
Against the odds, I was the only student from my high school to receive a coveted acceptance letter from Yale. I now help other Asian Americans get into their dream schools.