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10+ years
Lena
The ISEE Upper Level essay gives students roughly 30 minutes to produce a coherent, well-organized response to a prompt they've never seen — a challenge that rewards preparation over raw talent. Lena teaches a repeatable structure: a clear thesis, two to three developed examples, and purposeful tran...
Brown University
Current Undergrad, Political Science and Environmental Studies
Certified Tutor
5+ years
Nicole
ISEE Upper Level Writing asks younger students to do something surprisingly sophisticated: produce a coherent, well-structured essay from a single prompt in a short window. Nicole walks students through planning techniques — quick thesis construction, paragraph mapping, strong closing sentences — th...
University of Michigan-Flint
Master of Arts, Education
University of Innsbruck
Bachelor in Arts, Linguistics
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Samantha
The ISEE Upper Level essay asks students to take a position and defend it in a short window, which can feel overwhelming for younger writers. Samantha teaches a simple framework: one clear claim, two specific reasons, and a conclusion that doesn't just repeat the introduction. Her background teachin...
Princeton University
Current Undergrad Student, Psychology
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Francesca
The ISEE Upper Level essay asks students to take a clear position and defend it in a short window — a skill that looks simple but trips up even strong writers who ramble or lose focus. As a current law student at Chicago-Kent, Francesca knows how to build a tight argument under time pressure and tea...
Loyola University-Chicago
Bachelor of Economics, Political Science and Government
Certified Tutor
5+ years
Victoria
The ISEE Upper Level essay asks students to build a coherent argument under time pressure, which is exactly the kind of writing Victoria has been teaching and editing for years. As a Brearley graduate and current Carleton College student, she knows what selective schools expect from young writers an...
Carleton College
Current Undergrad Student, Anthropology
Certified Tutor
9+ years
Ben
The ISEE Upper Level essay asks students to take a position and defend it in under 30 minutes — a task that rewards structure over style. As a creative writing MFA candidate and high school teacher, Ben teaches a repeatable essay framework: clear thesis, two evidence-driven body paragraphs, and a co...
Ball State University
Bachelor of Science, History
Northwestern University
Current Grad Student, Creative Writing
Certified Tutor
8+ years
Kaitlyn
The ISEE Upper Level essay trips up strong writers who don't know how to organize an argument under time pressure. Kaitlyn teaches a clear thesis-and-evidence structure that works for any prompt, then drills students on transitions and specific supporting details that elevate a score from average to...
Fairfield University
Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Certified Tutor
7+ years
Maddie
ISEE Upper Level Writing asks students to produce a polished essay under tight time pressure, which means having a reliable structure before the clock starts. As a Classics major at Yale, Maddie teaches students to outline an argument in under two minutes and develop each paragraph with specific, co...
Yale University
Current Undergrad Student, Classics
Certified Tutor
8+ years
Nicole
A strong ISEE Upper Level essay needs a clear thesis, organized body paragraphs, and specific examples — all produced in about 30 minutes. Nicole's English degree and her experience coaching college-level writing translate well here; she teaches students to outline in under five minutes and develop ...
University of Miami
Bachelor in Arts, English
Certified Tutor
8+ years
Alessia
Scoring well on the ISEE Upper Level Writing section means producing a clear, organized essay under time pressure — a skill that's very different from polishing a paper at home over several days. Alessia, who recently navigated competitive admissions herself and now studies at Penn, teaches students...
University of Pennsylvania
Bachelor in Arts, Political Science and Government
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Frequently Asked Questions
The ISEE-Upper Level Writing section assesses your ability to write a clear, well-organized essay that demonstrates critical thinking and strong communication skills. Independent schools use this section to evaluate how effectively you can express ideas, support arguments with evidence, and revise your work—skills that are essential for success in upper-level coursework and beyond.
Many students struggle with organizing their thoughts quickly under timed conditions, developing a strong thesis statement, and supporting their arguments with specific, relevant examples. Others find it difficult to balance showing their authentic voice while maintaining formal essay structure, or they spend too much time on their first draft and don't leave room for revision—a critical step that significantly improves essay quality.
Varsity Tutors connects you with tutors who provide personalized feedback on your essays, helping you identify specific areas for improvement in thesis development, paragraph organization, and argumentation. Tutors work with you on strategies for brainstorming under pressure, structuring your ideas logically, and revising effectively—so you develop skills that transfer directly to test day and beyond.
Your tutor will start by understanding your current writing strengths and areas for growth, likely reviewing a writing sample or practice essay you've completed. From there, they'll create a personalized plan focused on your specific needs—whether that's strengthening your thesis statements, improving paragraph transitions, or building confidence with timed writing—and establish clear goals for your progress.
Most students begin noticing improvements in their organization and clarity within a few sessions, especially when they apply feedback consistently. However, developing stronger argumentation skills and building confidence with timed essays usually takes 8-12 weeks of regular practice and personalized instruction—the key is consistent engagement with the revision process between sessions.
Varsity Tutors matches you with tutors who have expertise in ISEE preparation and strong backgrounds in writing instruction. When you connect with us, we learn about your specific needs and goals, then pair you with a tutor whose experience and teaching style align with how you learn best—ensuring you get personalized support tailored to your success.
Practice writing essays under timed conditions using official ISEE prompts, then review your work with a focus on thesis clarity, supporting evidence, and organization rather than perfection. Between sessions, your tutor can assign targeted practice—like outlining essays before writing them, revising a draft for stronger transitions, or studying how strong writers structure arguments—so your practice time builds specific skills you're working on.
Strong ISEE essays balance a clear, professional tone with personality—showing your unique perspective through word choice, examples, and the way you develop ideas. Tutors help you find this balance by teaching you how to write with confidence and clarity while maintaining the formal structure independent schools expect, so your essay sounds like you while demonstrating maturity and thoughtfulness.
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