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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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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, and effective use of supporting details. While the essay isn't scored, independent schools use it to assess your writing skills alongside your verbal and quantitative reasoning scores.
Varsity Tutors connects you with expert tutors who provide personalized feedback on your essay structure, thesis clarity, and argument development—the core elements admissions officers evaluate. Tutors work with you on planning strategies, drafting techniques, and revision skills so you can write confidently under timed conditions. With one-on-one instruction tailored to your writing style and goals, you'll develop a stronger voice and more compelling essays.
Many students struggle with organizing their thoughts quickly under time pressure, developing a clear thesis statement, or supporting their ideas with specific examples. Others find it difficult to balance showing their authentic voice while maintaining formal essay structure. Personalized tutoring helps you address these specific challenges through targeted practice, planning templates, and revision strategies that work for your writing style.
With only 30 minutes total, spending 5-7 minutes on planning is ideal. This means jotting down your main thesis, 2-3 supporting points, and a quick outline before you start writing. Expert tutors can teach you efficient planning strategies—like brainstorming webs or outline templates—that help you organize your thoughts quickly without wasting valuable writing time.
Generic writing tips don't address your specific patterns—whether you tend to write vague thesis statements, struggle with transitions, or use repetitive vocabulary. When you work with a tutor, you get detailed feedback on your actual essays, identifying exactly what's holding you back and how to fix it. This targeted approach helps you internalize writing principles faster than self-editing alone.
Varsity Tutors connects you with tutors who have expertise in essay writing, test preparation, and independent school admissions. They understand the ISEE Upper Level format and what admissions officers look for in student writing. When you get matched with a tutor, you can discuss their experience with ISEE preparation and writing instruction to ensure they're the right fit for your goals.
Most students benefit from writing 8-12 timed practice essays with feedback from a tutor. This gives you enough repetition to internalize planning and writing strategies while building confidence under pressure. Your tutor can help you space out practice essays over several weeks, using feedback from each essay to focus on specific areas for improvement.
Connect with Varsity Tutors to get matched with an expert tutor who specializes in ISEE preparation and writing instruction. You'll discuss your current writing strengths, areas to improve, and your timeline before test day. Your tutor will create a personalized plan that might include essay practice, strategy coaching, and detailed feedback to help you write your best essay on test day.
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