School Overview
Data & methodology
Overall
B+
Matriculation
B
Academics
A-
Extracurriculars
B
Geo & Community
B-
Reviews
A
In 1940, Columbia International University founded a Christian high school in Asheville, North Carolina. It was named Ben Lippen, a Scottish Phrase meaning “Mountain of Trust.” In 1988, Ben Lippen School moved to Columbia, SC. Today, it has more than 800 students enrolled in Pre-K through 12th grade. Ben Lippen High School is an independent, rigorous, college preparatory Christian school which includes Honors, AP, Dual Credit, and a diverse selection of electives and co-curricular activities. This culturally rich student body is taught by a strong faculty, most of whom hold advanced degrees. To prepare students to lead and work in the 21st century, the curriculum incorporates critical thinking, creativity, communication and collaborative skills.
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School Stats
Average
Current school
Tuition
$49,888
Enrollment
1178
International Students
9%
Faculty with Advanced Degrees
60%
Teacher-Student Ratio
1:8
AP
16
Average SAT Score
1129
Average ACT Score
21
Class Size
8
Boarding %
9
Matriculation
College Matriculation
(2025)| Ranking | University/College | Students |
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| #14 | Washington University in St. Louis | 1 + |
| #40 | College of William and Mary | 1 + |
| #47 | University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign | 1 + |
| #55 | Florida State University | 1 + |
| #57 | Penn State University Park | 1 + |
| #62 | Rutgers University | 1 + |
| #75 | Clemson University | 1 + |
| #75 | Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University | 1 + |
| SUNY University at Stony Brook | 1 + |
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Academics
AP Scores
(2024)Number of students who took AP tests
114
Number of tests taken
173
Score 5
Score 4
Score 3
Other scores
AP Courses
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Biology
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Chemistry
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Physics 1
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Calculus AB
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Calculus BC
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Statistics
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Biology
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Chemistry
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Physics 1
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Calculus AB
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Calculus BC
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Statistics
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European History
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Human Geography
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United States Government and Politics
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United States History
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English Language and Composition
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English Literature and Composition
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Studio Art: 2-D Design
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Studio Art: 3-D Design
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Studio Art: Drawing
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Sports
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Baseball
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Basketball
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Cheerleading
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Cross Country
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Equestrain
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Football
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Baseball
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Basketball
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Cheerleading
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Cross Country
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Equestrain
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Football
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Golf
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Sailing
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Soccer
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Softball
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Swimming
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Tennis
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Track and Field
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Volleyball
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Western
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Extracurricular Activities and Clubs
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Choir
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Yearbook
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Art Club
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Badminton Club
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Band
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Bible Studies
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Choir
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Bowling Club
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Math Team
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Improv Club
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Prayer Groups
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Robotics Team
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Science Team
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Student Leadership
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Super Fans
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Theater
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Young Life Discipleship
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Sailing
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Model United Nations
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National Honor Society
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Arts
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A Cappella
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Band
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Choir
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Guitar
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Orchestra
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Theater
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Drawing
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Basic Info
Application Info
Frequently Ask Questions about Ben Lippen School
Tell me a bit about Ben Lippen School.
Ben Lippen School is Co-ed private boarding school located in South Carolina, US. It was founded 1940 , and currently has about 1178 students, 9.00% of whom are international students.
For more official information, please visit http://www.benlippen.com.
For more official information, please visit http://www.benlippen.com.
Does Ben Lippen School have rigorous academic requirements?
Ben Lippen School is offering 16 AP courses.
Ben Lippen School also have 60% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
Ben Lippen School also have 60% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
Where do Ben Lippen School students typically go for their colleges?
Based on the most recent matriculation data, 0.91% go to top 50 US universities and colleges*, 0.91% go to top 25, and about 0% go to Harvard, Yale, Princeton, Stanford and MIT.
*Ranking is based on the 2024 US News College Ranking.
*Ranking is based on the 2024 US News College Ranking.
What is the application requirement for Ben Lippen School?
Similar to most private schools in the US, Ben Lippen School’s typical admission requirements include school transcript, recommendation letter, application essay, and interview (often optional, but highly recommended).
What is the Boarding Tuition for Ben Lippen School?
The total fee for Ben Lippen School in 2024 is
$49,888 which typically includes tuition, boarding fee, student management fee and a few other fees associated with managing international students.
For more information, please contact school’s admission team at Steve.Sark@BenLippen.com .
For more information, please contact school’s admission team at Steve.Sark@BenLippen.com .
Where is Ben Lippen School located?
Ben Lippen School is located in the State of South Carolina of USA.
How popular is Ben Lippen School on the FindingSchool network?
Based on FindingSchool monthly traffic data as well as onsite search record, Ben Lippen School is among the most popular schools, within top 359 for all schools on FindingSchool.
Also Ben Lippen School has been favorited by 46 users.
Also Ben Lippen School has been favorited by 46 users.
How do I complete an application for Ben Lippen School?
The first stop is to carefully review the school profile on FindingSchool to learn more about Ben Lippen School. Most of them are directly provided by the school.
Also it is highly recommended to visit Ben Lippen School’s official site: http://www.benlippen.com or call them at 803-807-4113.
Also it is highly recommended to visit Ben Lippen School’s official site: http://www.benlippen.com or call them at 803-807-4113.
Are there additional schools that are located close to Ben Lippen School?
What is the FindingSchool rating for Ben Lippen School?
The overall rating for Ben Lippen School is B+.
The section ratings of Ben Lippen School are:
B for Matriculation
A- for Academics
B for Extracurriculum
B- for Community
A for Students and Parents reviews
The section ratings of Ben Lippen School are:
B for Matriculation
A- for Academics
B for Extracurriculum
B- for Community
A for Students and Parents reviews
Nearby City
Charlotte, a major city and commercial hub in North Carolina, is known for its vibrant Uptown area. The Levine Museum of the New South offers a deep dive into post-Civil War history, while Discovery Place features engaging science exhibits. Charlotte is also home to the NASCAR Hall of Fame, celebrating the sport of auto racing with interactive displays and films. The city boasts a growing skyline and is a central point for banking and business in the region.
Population (2022)
687,456
Cost of Living
Lower than average 3%
Nearby Airport
Charlotte Douglas International Airport
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