Can Saudi students take these tests online or do they need to be in the U.S.?

Good news: no need to pack your bags or renew your passport. Both the SSAT and ISEE can be taken right from Saudi Arabia. Many families go for at-home online testing, while others prefer an in-person slot at an authorized international test center. If you choose the online option, just know it’s not a free-for-all. You’ll need a quiet space, a rock-solid internet connection, and a proctor watching you through a webcam. Sorry, even your cat can’t crash this party.

As for the STAR Assessment, usually for younger students, it’s often arranged by the school that requires it—and yes, it can sometimes be done remotely too.

Pro tip: check with your target schools before signing up. Some are picky about how they want scores submitted. And don’t wait until the last minute. Test slots can disappear faster than fresh dates at Ramadan. The best part? You can take these exams from Riyadh, Jeddah, or Dhahran without a hint of jet lag.