How Long Are My ISEE Scores Valid?

When you apply to independent schools, it’s important to make sure that the ISEE scores you submit are valid. If it’s been some time since you took the ISEE, then you may be unsure if you can use those scores or if you need to retake the exam. Keep reading to find out how long ISEE scores are valid for.

Short answer: Most schools require ISEE scores from the current testing season.
However, some schools may accept scores from previous testing seasons, so it’s important to check with the schools that you’ll be applying to.

The testing season begins on August 1st and ends on July 31st. So if you apply to schools in January 2025, you will need to take the ISEE sometime between August 2024 and January 2025. This means that test scores from before August 2024 most likely won’t be valid.

Long answer: You don’t want to use your old test scores anyway!
You learn so much throughout the school year, and as a result, your scores from last year aren’t actually representative of what you know now. If you did well on the ISEE last year, then you’ll likely do well again this year. And if your scores last year weren’t quite what you wanted, then you’ll have a chance to redeem yourself this year.

Also, keep in mind that there are different levels of the ISEE, and the level you need to take may change. Check out our ISEE Prep Guide to find out which level of the ISEE you need to take.

As you plan to take the ISEE, make sure you’re taking the test in the same testing year in which you are applying. But if you’re ever unsure about whether you can use the scores you have, it’s best to check in with the admissions office at whichever schools you’re applying to.

Originally published on October 31, 2018. Updated on June 14th, 2024.