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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 in response to a prompt. You'll have 30 minutes to plan and write an essay that demonstrates your ability to develop ideas, organize thoughts logically, and express yourself effectively. While the essay isn't scored numerically, independent schools use it to evaluate your writing skills alongside your verbal and quantitative reasoning scores.
Many students struggle with organizing their thoughts quickly under timed conditions, developing a strong thesis statement, and providing specific supporting examples. Others find it difficult to balance planning time with actual writing time, or they focus so much on grammar that they lose sight of their overall argument. Personalized 1-on-1 instruction helps you identify your specific weaknesses and build strategies to address them.
Tutors work with you on the entire writing process—from brainstorming and thesis development to organization, drafting, and revision. They provide detailed feedback on your essays, help you understand what schools are looking for, and teach you time-management strategies for the 30-minute writing window. With personalized instruction, you'll develop a reliable approach that works for your writing style.
A strong ISEE essay typically includes an introduction with a clear thesis statement, 2-3 body paragraphs with specific examples and explanations, and a conclusion that reinforces your main idea. Your thesis should directly address the prompt and preview your supporting points. A tutor can help you practice structuring essays quickly and ensure your ideas flow logically from paragraph to paragraph.
Varsity Tutors connects you with expert tutors who specialize in ISEE writing preparation and understand what independent schools in Florida are looking for. You'll be matched with someone experienced in teaching essay structure, time management, and writing under pressure. Your tutor can work with you on a schedule that fits your needs as you prepare for test day.
Your first session is an opportunity to discuss your writing goals, take a practice ISEE essay, and identify your strengths and areas for improvement. Your tutor will review your writing sample, ask about your test timeline, and outline a personalized plan for the sessions ahead. This helps establish a baseline and ensures your tutoring focuses on what will make the biggest difference for you.
Effective time management starts with a clear strategy: spend 5-7 minutes planning your essay (including brainstorming and outlining), 18-20 minutes drafting, and 3-5 minutes reviewing for clarity and grammar. A tutor can help you practice this breakdown repeatedly so it becomes automatic on test day. They'll also teach you how to write quickly without sacrificing quality or organization.
Both matter, but for the ISEE, clear organization and strong ideas take priority over perfect grammar. Schools want to see that you can develop a thoughtful argument and support it with examples—minor grammar mistakes won't sink your essay if your ideas are compelling. A tutor helps you balance these priorities by teaching you to write with confidence and clarity while catching significant errors during revision.
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