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What is the ISEE? | Tests and the Rest Podcast
Brenna O’Neill, President of Test Innovators, joined Mike Bergin and Amy Seeley on their podcast, Tests and the Rest, to discuss the ISEE. Listen to the episode to learn all about the Independent School Entrance Exam (ISEE), including how and where it’s administered, what materials are covered, and...
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ISEE Vocabulary: How to Ace the Verbal Reasoning Section
The Verbal Reasoning section of the ISEE consists of two types of questions: synonym questions and sentence completion questions. Both require a strong vocabulary, so the best way to prepare is to learn as many new words as possible. The most effective way to expand your vocabulary is to establish a...
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Scott Duddy: How to Decide Which School to Attend Next Year
Scott Duddy is the Director of Admissions & Enrollment Management at Dexter Southfield School in Brookline, Massachusetts, and brings with him 14 years of professional experience in the world of independent schools.
Read MoreThe Hardest ISEE Verbal Problem
In this series of posts, we will explore some of our practice questions that have stumped a remarkable number of students. We hope to highlight some common mistakes and how to avoid them on the official test.
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4 Summer Test Prep Tips for the SSAT and ISEE
It is important to make sure students stay academically engaged during the break. Preparing for the SSAT and ISEE over summer break is a great way to get a jump start on prep and stay academically engaged. Check out our top four tips for summer test prep.
Read MoreThe Boy Who Forgot to Prepare: A Cautionary Tale
Phillips Exeter Academy is Mason’s dream school. Mason knows everything there is to know about Exeter. All of his heroes are Exeter alumni: his favorite US president is Franklin Pierce, and he has dressed up as author Booth Tarkington for the past three Halloweens.
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What Test Optional Really Means
This year, some K-12 independent schools have made test scores an optional part of their applications. However, new at-home testing options for two of the most widely-used admissions exams, the ISEE and SSAT, have made testing feasible once again.
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Meet Ilyas
We are excited to introduce you to Ilyas, one of our amazing 2024 scholars. By remaining persistent, Ilyas increased his SSAT score by 12.5%!
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What is on the Middle Level SSAT?
The Middle Level SSAT is taken by students applying to grades 6-8. It consists of six sections: Writing Sample, Quantitative 1, Reading, Verbal, Quantitative 2, and Experimental. The Experimental Section is not scored; rather, it is used to test new questions for future SSAT forms.
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ISEE Infographic
The following infographic provides a visual overview of the structure and content on the ISEE, so that you can get to know the test. However, the best way to get to know the ISEE is to take a full-length practice test. Get started with a free sample test today.
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