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I am primarily an SAT and writing tutor with two years of experience and over 60 former students. I have spent hundreds of hours familiarizing myself with dozens of real SAT tests and SAT format-specific strategies. While a tutor, and later general manager, at a boutique university admissions consul...
University of Chicago
Bachelor in Arts

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10+ years
Daniel
I'm a recent graduate of Northwestern University, where I studied sociology, theatre, and legal studies. As a high achiever throughout high school and college, I've always viewed education as one of our most valuable resources and am passionate about expanding the educational prospects of others. I ...
Northwestern University
Bachelors, Sociology and Theatre
Northwestern University
Studied sociology, theatre, and legal studies

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Johnna
I am a graduate of the Schreyer Honors College at the Pennsylvania State University. I received my B.A. in English with a minor in Spanish. Currently, I am pursuing my Master’s degree in Comparative Literature at The CUNY Graduate Center with a language focus on Spanish texts and an interest in the ...
CUNY Graduate School and University Center
Master of Arts, Comparative Literature (Emphasis on Spanish)
Penn State University Schreyer Honors College
Bachelor in Arts, English

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9+ years
I'm the philosopher they call Andrew! You are most very definitely welcome to come to me with any school questions, but be warned: there's a good chance we'll soon be figuring out the meaning of life...
University of Chicago
Bachelor in Arts

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Miranda
I am a new graduate of Pomona College, in Claremont, CA, where I studied Religion and Philosophy. While there, I wrote many papers of a wide variety, working on strong arguments, organization, and phrasing. I peer edited as well as volunteering with groups that mentored high school students, focusin...
Pomona College
Bachelor in Arts, Religious Studies

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I am highly proficient in mathematics and a highly proficient test taker, scoring in the 99th percentile on the GRE. I consider myself a very intuitive and systematic thinker, able to deconstruct and solve problems of any nature in an efficient and incisive manner. While test-taking can be stressful...
Lehigh University
Masters, Public Policy
Moravian College and Moravian Theological Seminary
Bachelors, Political Science/Math

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Dustin
I'm a graduate of Loyola University Chicago's Honors Interdisciplinary Program, from which I received a Bachelor of Arts in Classical Civilization. After graduating, I relocated to New York City to pursue my creative goals and obtain an MFA in Fiction writing. I have experience tutoring both adults ...
Loyola University-Chicago
Bachelor in Arts, Classical Civilization, Honors

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Sima
I am currently doing cancer research at the Mount Sinai Medical Center. As a student I was never been able to decide on a favorite subject because I felt anything I studied in school could be fun and much easier if approached with the right attitude. Instead of boring memorization, I like to look fo...
University of Massachusetts
Master of Science, Epidemiology, Biostatistics
Barnard College
Bachelor in Arts, Anthropology, Pre-med

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Amy
I am an incredibly dedicated tutor with years of experience and education to help students reach their academic goals. Beginning in high school, I tutored elementary through high school students in mathematics and the sciences. In college, I taught a weekly class to local high school students intere...
Middlebury College
Bachelors, Neuroscience

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9+ years
Milo
I am a playwright, educator, and graduate of Bard College. I work part time as a literary assistant at off-Broadway theater Playwrights Horizons, where I read play submissions and write thoughtful response letters. For three years, I worked as Enrichment Director at a Shakespeare education program a...
Bard College
Bachelor in Arts, Theater Literature, History, and Criticism
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Frequently Asked Questions
The ISEE Upper Level is designed for students in grades 8-11 who are applying to independent schools. This exam is typically taken by 8th graders applying to 9th grade programs and older students applying to higher grades. If your child is in middle school or early high school and considering independent schools in Brooklyn, the Upper Level is the appropriate ISEE test.
The ISEE Upper Level has four main sections: Verbal Reasoning, Quantitative Reasoning, Reading Comprehension, and Mathematics Achievement. The test also includes an unscored Writing Sample that independent schools use to evaluate your writing ability. The exam takes about 3 hours total and uses a percentile-based scoring system, so your performance is compared to other test-takers rather than being based on a fixed point scale.
Many Brooklyn students struggle with three key areas: the fast pacing of the Verbal Reasoning section, which requires quick vocabulary recognition and logic; the advanced math concepts in Quantitative Reasoning, which emphasizes problem-solving over computation; and managing test anxiety during the lengthy exam. The percentile-based scoring also means students need to work not just accurately, but efficiently—something that takes focused practice to master.
Personalized 1-on-1 instruction targets your specific weaknesses rather than a one-size-fits-all curriculum. A tutor can identify whether you struggle with inference questions, algebraic reasoning, or test management, then design a study plan accordingly. With Brooklyn's 11.7:1 average student-teacher ratio in many schools, personalized tutoring provides the focused attention needed to move from applying test strategies to truly internalizing them—leading to more meaningful score improvements.
Most students benefit from 2-4 months of focused preparation, with sessions 1-2 times per week. However, the ideal timeline depends on your starting point and target schools. Students new to standardized testing or aiming for highly selective independent schools may benefit from longer preparation. Varsity Tutors connects you with tutors who can assess your current skills and create a personalized timeline based on your specific goals.
The Verbal Reasoning section requires strong vocabulary, but memorizing random word lists is inefficient. Effective strategies include learning word roots and patterns, understanding how words are used in context, and practicing with actual ISEE questions. A tutor can help you identify which vocabulary categories appear most frequently on the test and prioritize high-impact words. Regular practice with spaced repetition—revisiting challenging words over time—helps solidify retention better than cramming.
Starting early (7th grade) gives students time to build foundational skills without pressure, especially in math and reading comprehension. This approach reduces anxiety and allows for deeper learning. However, if your child is already strong academically, waiting until mid-8th grade can work fine with focused, efficient preparation. Varsity Tutors can help you determine the right timing by connecting you with a tutor who can assess your child's readiness and discuss a strategic plan for Brooklyn's competitive independent school admissions landscape.
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