You’ve spent months visiting schools, interviewing, and submitting applications. After all that time and work, you’re left waiting for a response, hoping for an offer of admissions. Instead, you’ve been waitlisted. Now what? We interviewed placement experts at top schools across the country to get their advice on what to do...
Read MoreYou’ve spent countless hours applying to schools, and now all your hard work has finally paid off. If you’re fortunate enough to have been accepted to more than one school, the last step of the process is to choose a school.
Read MoreThe SAT is moving to a digital format in 2023. Although the new digital test will cover the same content as the current paper test, there will be significant changes to the format and style of the test.
Read MoreThe Independent School Entrance Exam (ISEE) is an admissions exam used by private and independent schools as part of the admissions process. The ISEE has several levels: Upper, Middle, Lower, and Primary. The level you take depends on what grade you’re applying to, rather than your current grade. The length...
Read MoreThe Verbal Reasoning Section of the ISEE includes two types of questions: synonym questions and sentence completion questions. Both types of questions 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...
Read MoreOur Director of Admissions, Laurie, recently sat down with four parents who went through the admissions process last year to understand what it’s like for students and their families. Check out their advice to others who are navigating the admissions process.
Read MoreAfter all your work preparing for the ISEE, it can be daunting to receive your results. What do all those numbers mean? Here’s a guide to untangling the scores.
Read MoreThe interview is one of the most important parts of the admissions process to independent and private schools. It’s your opportunity to show the school who you are beyond your application and to demonstrate why you would be a good addition to their community. Below are some dos and don’ts...
Read MoreTest Innovators has helped countless students prepare for the SSAT and the ISEE and gain admission to the best independent and private schools. Every year we review our data from thousands of test takers to determine the most popular schools.
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