Command in the Media
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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.
11/16/2023
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.
10/26/2023
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.
10/04/2023
The cost of applying to college: ‘Bare minimum,’ expect $1,200 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.
09/28/2023
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.
09/25/2023
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.”
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.