Costs Details
South Carolina Connections Academy
Is Tuition-Free (Yes, Really!)
One of the most common questions we are asked by prospective families is “How much does South Carolina Connections Academy tuition cost?” The answer is: absolutely nothing. Here, your student will gain the skills and confidence they need to thrive in a changing world, at no tuition cost to you.
Similar to a traditional brick-and-mortar school, Connections Academy® receives funding directly from the state, allowing us to provide students with a high-quality learning experience, aligned with South Carolina educational standards, at no cost to families. There are no hidden fees—families are only responsible for covering school supplies, optional in-person field trips, and in some cases computer & internet.
Online Public School
Funding Source
- No cost to families
- Educational costs are taxpayer funded.
Texts & Instructional Materials
- No cost to families
- Included with curriculum
School Supplies & Field Trips
- Families are responsible for the cost of select school supplies and fees for optional field trips.
Computers & Internet
- Select schools provide computers and/or Internet subsidy options for the school year. See if your school qualifies!
Brick-&-Mortar Public School
Funding Source
- No cost to families
- Educational costs are taxpayer funded.
Texts & Instructional Materials
- No cost to families
- Included with curriculum
School Supplies & Field Trips
- Families are responsible for the cost of select school supplies and fees for optional field trips.
Computers & Internet
- Computers and Internet are provided at school during the school day, as needed.
Computer & Technology
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