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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 evaluates 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 strong thesis development, logical organization, supporting evidence, and grammatically correct writing. The essay is scored on a scale of 1-6 and is a key component of independent school admissions decisions.
Many students struggle with time management—organizing their thoughts and writing a complete essay in just 30 minutes. Others find it difficult to develop a strong thesis, structure their arguments logically, or provide specific supporting evidence rather than general statements. Additionally, students often focus so much on content that they overlook grammar, punctuation, and sentence clarity, which significantly impact scoring.
Varsity Tutors connects you with expert tutors who provide personalized feedback on your essay structure, thesis statements, and argumentation strategies. Tutors work with you on timed practice essays, teaching you to organize your ideas quickly and write with clarity and confidence. They also help you develop a revision process and strengthen your grammar and style—skills that directly translate to higher essay scores.
Start by spending 3-5 minutes reading and understanding the prompt, then outline your main idea and supporting points before writing. Your essay should open with a clear thesis statement, followed by body paragraphs with specific examples, and conclude by reinforcing your main argument. Tutors can teach you this strategic approach and help you practice it repeatedly so it becomes automatic under test conditions.
Your first session will typically include a diagnostic essay—you'll write a timed practice essay so your tutor can assess your current strengths and areas for growth. Your tutor will then review your essay with you, identifying patterns in organization, thesis clarity, and writing mechanics. Together, you'll create a personalized plan focused on the specific skills that will have the biggest impact on your score.
Many students see meaningful improvement within 4-6 weeks of consistent tutoring, especially when they practice timed essays regularly between sessions. However, the timeline depends on your starting point and how frequently you work with your tutor. Most students benefit from weekly sessions combined with independent practice, allowing them to internalize new strategies and build confidence before test day.
Look for tutors with strong writing backgrounds—ideally with experience teaching essay structure, argumentation, and test preparation. They should understand the ISEE format and scoring rubric, and be able to provide constructive feedback that helps you revise and improve. Varsity Tutors connects you with experienced tutors who specialize in ISEE prep and have a track record of helping students strengthen their writing skills.
Most students benefit from writing 8-12 full timed essays during their preparation period, spread across several weeks. This allows you to practice applying new strategies, build speed and confidence, and receive feedback on each attempt. Your tutor can guide you on pacing and help you analyze what's working in each practice essay, so you're not just writing more—you're writing smarter.
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