Command in the Media

Command Education in the Media

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.

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05/01/2026

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.”

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04/24/2026

How David Grutman Built A Hospitality Empire By "Taking It Personal"

How David Grutman Built A Hospitality Empire By “Taking It Personal” By Christopher Rim | Apr 24, 2026, 04:54pm EDT Every student, from high school to college and graduate school, has heard some version of the platitude “follow your passions.” While well-meaning, the advice is often hollow when it comes to real-world execution. Young people […]

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04/22/2026

What To Consider When Choosing Between Colleges In 2026

What To Consider When Choosing Between Colleges In 2026 By Christopher Rim | Apr 22, 2026, 01:25pm EDT For high school seniors, the weeks between receiving acceptance letters and the May 1st Decision Day deadline are some of the most important in their academic lives. The pressure to make the right choice can feel incredibly […]

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04/22/2026

This Career Coach Charges $50,000 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.

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04/19/2026

How Summer Volunteering Can Boost Students' Admissions Profiles

How Summer Volunteering Can Boost Students’ Admissions Profiles By Christopher Rim | Apr 19, 2026, 06:32pm EDT For high school students with their sights set on selective colleges, summer is an invaluable opportunity to explore their interests, cultivate their skills, and build their college admissions profile. While many students default to resume-padding programs or summer […]

Young woman looking stressed at laptop while considering graduate school amid AI fears
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04/18/2026

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.