The English Assessment should take between 40-60 minutes to complete.
What is the format of Brearley’s English Assessment?
Each Assessment includes a passage of text and age-appropriate multiple choice questions, short answer responses, and/or creative writing components.
Should I bring a snack to the Assessment?
There is no need to bring any snacks as light refreshments will be served before the assessment begins.
Are beverages permitted during the Assessment time?
Applicants may bring a drink to the test.
What if I have questions throughout the Assessment?
Proctors have been advised not to respond to questions related to the content of the Assessment but may assist with technical questions.
Am I required to write in complete sentences?
On the English Assessments, applicants are asked to respond in complete sentences.
What happens if I do not complete every question on the Assessment?
Please do not worry, as the Assessment is just one component of a student’s application to Brearley!
If you have any questions about the Assessment process at Brearley, please contact the Office of Admission at admission@brearley.org.
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