ISEE ISEE Industry Standards 5

Question 1

In which formats can students take the ISEE?

Accepted Answer

Paper-based and computer-based at test sites or at home

Answer

The ISEE is offered in paper and online (computer) formats, including a remote at-home option.

Question 2

What is the standard policy for sending ISEE scores to schools?

Accepted Answer

Scores go to schools the family designates, at no per-school limit for ERB members

Answer

Families select which schools receive ISEE scores, and ERB sends them to the designated recipients.

Question 3

Why does ERB limit students to one ISEE attempt per testing season?

Accepted Answer

To preserve test validity and reduce over-coaching effects

Answer

The once-per-season rule helps maintain fair, valid scores by limiting repeated short-term retakes.

Question 4

Which accommodations may be available to eligible ISEE test-takers?

Accepted Answer

Extended time and other documented accommodations

Answer

Students with documented needs may receive accommodations such as extended time through ERB approval.

Question 5

How does the ISEE handle the essay after testing?

Accepted Answer

It is scanned and sent unscored to recipient schools

Answer

The handwritten or typed essay is forwarded to schools as an unscored writing sample.

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