Trump University vs. The Church of Scientology
#BirdsofaFeather Structural Comparison: Revenue Architecture Trump University vs. The Church of Scientology While superficially distinct—one a for-profit "education" company and the other a tax-exempt religious organization— Trump University and the Church of Scientology share a remarkably similar revenue architecture. Both organizations operate/d on a "tiered progression" model, utilizing psychological leverage and "escalation of commitment" to move participants from low-cost entry points to high-ticket "elite" status. Feature Trump University Church of Scientology The Hook Financial Freedom: Promoted via free introductory workshops in hotel ballrooms. Spir...