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ISEE Reading Comprehension
The goal of the ISEE Reading Comprehension section is to test students' ability to read and analyze information found in a given passage within a limited timeframe. The thought of reading with a time limit can be intimidating, so we’re here to summarize the format and question types you can...
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The ISEE at Home: What to Expect
You can now take the ISEE at home, making it safe and easy to take this important admissions test. Although the structure and content of the ISEE at home test is the same, the experience of taking the test at home is different from taking the test in person. Understanding...
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Meet Noa
We are pleased to introduce you to Noa, one of our amazing 2024 scholars. Noa increased her SSAT score by 17 percentile points!
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For the first section of the SSAT, you will have 25 minutes to produce a sample of your best writing. For the writing sample, you will choose from two prompts: one is a creative prompt in the form of a partial sentence.
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Can I Retake the SSAT?
There are many different ways to take the SSAT. Luckily, there are also many opportunities to retake the test if you're unhappy with your scores. Learn about how you can retake the SSAT.
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What’s a Good Score on the ISEE?
The first step to understanding what a “good” score is on the ISEE, is understanding how it’s scored to begin with. If you don’t already feel like you have a solid understanding of that, check out our post on how the ISEE is scored.
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When to Start Preparing for the ISEE?
As a general rule, we recommend starting your ISEE prep six to four months before your test date. This means that if you plan to take the test in November, then you should take a diagnostic practice test sometime between May and July.
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When Will I Get My ISEE Scores?
You’ve completed the ISEE—congratulations! You might now be wondering how long it will take for your scores to arrive. It depends on how you took the test!
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School Profile: St. Bernard’s School
We talked with Kaley Bell, Secondary School Advisor at St. Bernard's School, about what sets the school apart.
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How to Prepare This Summer If Applying to Private Schools
Applying to private and independent schools can feel overwhelming, especially with all the steps involved; but with some careful planning and preparation, it can also be a rewarding journey. If you're preparing to apply this fall, here are four essential steps to take during the summer: 1. Do Your Research Before diving...
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