Do Dubai students need to take the same tests as U.S. applicants?

Yes, most of the time, Dubai students will take the exact same tests as their U.S.-based peers. The SSAT and ISEE aren’t region-specific, which means your child in Dubai is being measured by the same standards as someone applying from Boston or San Francisco.

That might sound intimidating, but here’s the good news: a great score can carry even more weight when it comes from an international applicant. It shows adaptability, global perspective, and strong academic skills across borders. As such, we’ll help your child level the playing field, and maybe even tilt it a little in their favor.