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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 need to develop a thesis, support it with relevant examples, and demonstrate command of grammar, vocabulary, and style. The essay is unscored but sent to schools as part of your application—admissions officers use it to evaluate your writing ability and critical thinking skills.
Many students struggle with organizing their thoughts quickly under timed conditions, developing a strong thesis statement, and providing specific, relevant supporting examples. Others find it difficult to balance formal academic writing with a natural voice, or they spend too much time planning and run out of time to write. Personalized tutoring helps you identify your specific weaknesses and develop strategies to address them.
Most students benefit from 4-8 weeks of focused preparation, though this depends on your current writing level and the test date. With personalized 1-on-1 instruction, you can work on essay structure, thesis development, and timed writing practice at your own pace. A tutor can help you make efficient progress by targeting the areas where you need the most support.
Your first session is focused on understanding your current writing skills and test goals. A tutor will likely have you write a practice essay under timed conditions, review it with you, and identify patterns in areas like organization, thesis clarity, and supporting evidence. This assessment helps create a personalized plan tailored to your needs.
A strong ISEE essay typically includes an introduction with a clear thesis, 2-3 body paragraphs with specific examples and analysis, and a conclusion that reinforces your main point. The key is clarity and coherence—admissions officers want to see that you can develop an argument logically and support it effectively. Tutoring helps you practice this structure repeatedly so it becomes second nature under pressure.
Working with a tutor gives you access to detailed, personalized feedback on your writing that goes beyond grammar corrections. Tutors help you strengthen your thesis, improve paragraph organization, develop more compelling examples, and refine your voice and style. This iterative feedback process—writing, receiving critique, and revising—is one of the most effective ways to improve as a writer before test day.
Time management comes down to planning efficiently: spend 2-3 minutes brainstorming and outlining, 20-25 minutes drafting, and 5-10 minutes reviewing for grammar and clarity. Many students rush through planning and end up with disorganized essays. Tutoring includes timed writing practice where you develop a rhythm that works for you and learn to write quality essays within the time constraint.
Varsity Tutors connects you with expert tutors who specialize in ISEE preparation and have deep knowledge of what admissions officers look for in student writing. You can get matched with a tutor who fits your schedule and learning style, and your first session can focus on assessing your current skills and building a personalized study plan.
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