Are you applying to an independent school? Here are the top 10 most competitive ISEE schools, based on the number of students who stated their intention to apply:聽
, Los Angeles, CA
, Atherton, CA
, Boston, MA
, Boston, MA
, Houston, TX
, New York City, NY
, Boston, MA
, Palo Alto, CA
, Pasadena, CA
, Houston, TX
What This Means for You:
If you鈥檙e applying to one of the schools above, expect a highly competitive applicant pool. To give yourself the best chances:
Start preparing early
Aim for top percentile ISEE scores
Focus on your entire application: essays, interviews, and recommendations matter just as much as your test scores聽
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Originally published on May 18 2016. Updated on June 10, 2025.聽
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