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Independent School Entrance Exam (ISEE)

Thank you for your interest in St. Edmund’s Academy! Our Admissions process is designed to help us get to know your child through a variety of experiences. One way we learn more about your child’s academic profile is through the Independent School Entrance Exam (ISEE). To make the process as convenient as possible, we offer several options for taking the ISEE.

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  • Individual Testing at SEA

    Format: Online

    St. Edmund’s Academy is happy to offer the ISEE in our Admissions Office on a weekday that works best for your family. The exam will be proctored by a member of our Admissions Team. 


    Once you have selected the day of your choice, the SEA Admissions Team will reach out to you with the Event Code that you will need to complete registration. 

    To register:
    • Create an ISEE parent account here
    • Find your child’s test by entering the Event Code provided by the SEA Admissions Team
    • Add SEA as a score recipient using our School Code - 395566

  • ISEE at home

    Format: Online

    Students can easily take the ISEE in the comfort of their own home using their own device. Be sure to review the guidelines for at home testing before registering. 

    To register:
    • Create an ISEE parent account here
    • Select the at-home test option to view available dates and times, then select your preference
    • Please consider opting in on the "Connect with Schools Before the Test" option. This allows us to ensure that all applicants are properly registered.
    • Add SEA as a score recipient using our School Code - 395566

  • Group Testing

    Format: Paper

    Each Fall and Winter, group testing sessions are offered at local independent schools. While SEA does not offer a group testing option, many are available in the region. 

    To register:
    • Create an ISEE parent account here
    • Select the in-person test option to view available dates and times, then select your preference
    • Please consider opting in on the "Connect with Schools Before the Test" option. This allows us to ensure that all applicants are properly registered.
    • Add SEA as a score recipient using our School Code - 395566

List of 4 frequently asked questions.

  • Does ISEE offer accommodations?

    Yes, ISEE makes every effort to accommodate students that are unable to take the ISEE under standard conditions due to a documented learning difference or health issue. You must request an accommodation before registering for the exam. Please know that the request review process can take up to one week. 

  • How should my child prepare for the ISEE?

    Every ISEE registrant receives access to free test preparation resources, including a full-length practice test and personalized feedback. While some students find it helpful to take the practice test to feel more comfortable, it is not required.

  • When and how will I receive my child’s scores?

    Score reports will be sent directly to your ISEE parent account and they will be automatically released to any school that you choose to receive your child’s scores. You can expect to receive scores from online exams within 5 days and scores from paper exams within 10 days. Please note that the essay question and your child’s response are not shared as part of the score report to help maintain test integrity.

  • Is financial assistance available for the ISEE?

    Yes, we are able to offer a fee waiver to families that find the cost of the ISEE to be a financial burden.

We're here to help!

For questions about the ISEE or to request a fee waiver, please reach out to Krista Balzer, Assistant Director of Admissions. 

List of 3 members.

  • Photo of Becky Amis

    Ms. Becky Amis 

    Director of Admissions
  • Photo of Krista Balzer

    Ms. Krista Balzer 

    Assistant Director of Admissions
  • Photo of Kim Siddons

    Mrs. Kim Siddons 

    Admissions Associate

St. Edmund's Academy

5705 Darlington Road   •   Pittsburgh, PA  15217
412.521.1907     •     info@stedmunds.net
Guided by our Core Values and commitment to high standards, St. Edmund’s Academy provides a diverse, inclusive, and nurturing learning community where students are known, valued, and challenged to achieve their potential.