Ben Lippen School
Established in 1940, Ben Lippen is a college preparatory, evangelical Christian school with both day and boarding students. Ben Lippen is located in Columbia, the capital of the State of South Carolina. Columbia is a city of 500,000 inhabitants and is the home to five colleges/universities. Shopping malls are readily available. The Riverbanks Zoo located in Columbia was recently rated in the top 10 zoos in the nation.
The name of the school is derived from a Scottish phrase meaning “Mountain of Trust,” and is indicative of the significance of the responsibility assumed when teachers begin the task of educating young people. The resident program is an important aspect of Ben Lippen School. The potential for spiritual growth and emotional maturity is tremendous in an atmosphere of support, cooperation and mutual respect.
Academic and Sport Facilities
Classroom buildings, three science labs, computer labs, art room, band/music room, gymnasium, football stadium, soccer stadium, baseball field, softball field, track.
Dormitories and School Residences
Residence houses are family style homes staffed by house parents with one house parent for every 16 students and two students per room. The student rooms offer a telephone in each suite, wireless broadband internet connection and satellite television.
Student Population
Boys and Girls
Grades
Boarding and Day 9-12
Number of students in school
340 students (62 international)
Teacher/Student ratio
1:12
Colleges and Universities attended by Ben Lippen students
- Air Force Academy, Anderson College, Asbury college, Belhaven College, Berry College, Boston University, Bryan College, Calvin College, Carnegie Mellon University, Carthage College, Cedarville College, Charleston Southern University, Clemson University, College of Charleston, Columbia College, Columbia International University, Cornell University, Covenant College, DePaul University, Eastern Nazarene College, Eastman School of Music, Erskine College, Florida Southern College, Furman University, Gardner-Webb College, Georgia Institute of Technology, Greensboro College, James Madison University, King College, Lee University, LeTourneau University, Liberty University, Lynchburg College, Michigan State University, Midlands Technical College, North Carolina State University, North Greenville College, Northwestern University, Northern Illinois University, Pensacola Christian College, Presbyterian College, Rutgers University, Taylor University, The Citadel, University of Michigan, University of South Carolina, Wake Forest University, Washington University, Westmont University, Wheaton College, Wingate University, Winthrop University, Wofford College
Tuition fees
Boarding: approx. $27,250
Starting dates
- Fall Semester: Mid August
- Spring Semester: Beginning of January
Other services offered
- Airport transfer and greeting from Columbia Airport
- Orientation service upon arrival
- Assistance in acquiring books and material
- Help with holiday accommodation
- Help with travel services during holidays
- Academic progress reports
- Social progress reports when needed
Extracurricular activities
- Sports: The school offer opportunities for students to participate in junior varsity and varsity sports including baseball, basketball, cheerleading, cross country, football, golf, soccer, softball, tennis, track and volleyball.
- Clubs & Activities: Art Club, chess club, diversity club, drama, economics club, fencing team, game club, key club, intramurals, magic club, math team, music outing club, peer leadership group, prize speaking, residential life council, science club, student council, student wellness group and yearbook staff.
- Weekend Activities: A schedule of weekend activities is available to boarding students. Regular activities include trips to the movie theatre, local malls, and area restaurants.
Contact Info
- Ben Lippen School
- 7401 Monticello Road
- Columbia, SC 29203
Closest international and local airports
- Local airport – Columbia Airport
- International airport – Charlotte International Airport