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Prospective Parent Information Packetwww.benlippen.com

Thank you for your interest in Ben Lippen School!

Founded in 1940, and originally located in Asheville, North Carolina, Ben Lippen is a Scottish phrase meaning “Mountain of Trust.” Today Ben Lippen is a Pre-K to 12th grade Christian school of nearly 800 students on two campuses. Our commitment to academic excellence, spiritual discipleship, and engaging co-curricular activities is evi-denced by 100 percent our graduates gaining college acceptance and earning nearly $4 million in renewable college scholarships including National Merit, Palmetto Fellows, LIFE, and Hope Scholarships.

Ben Lippen is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS) and Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI) and is a member of the South Carolina Independent School Association (SCISA).

But at the heart of Ben Lippen are the faculty members and their unwavering com-mitment to your student’s success. Sixty percent of our faculty have obtained, or are working toward an advanced degree, and each one serves as a club sponsor, coach, or advisor giving them the opportunity to invest in your student’s life outside the class-room. Most importantly, every teacher has a personal relationship with Jesus Christ.

The decision of where and how to educate your child is among the most important and most difficult choices you will make. Numerous articles and books have been written on the subject, but for most families it comes down to answering this question: “Is Ben Lippen a convenience or a conviction?”

If you are ready to make a commitment to Ben Lippen, I encourage you to visit www.BenLippen.com and click on “Apply Now” to begin the admissions process. Here you will find important deadlines, opportunities to schedule a tour, and more.

I look forward to serving you. Please don’t hesitate to contact me at (803) 807-4110 or Kelly.Adams@BenLippen.com with any questions.

Sincerely,

Kelly AdamsDirector of Admissions

Ben Lippen opened in Asheville, NC

Ben Lippen is a Scottish phrase meaning “Mountain of Trust”

RELIGIOUS AFFILIATIONMultidenominational

AdvancEdAssociation of Christian Schools International (ACSI)South Carolina Independent School Association member (SCISA)

1940Quick Facts

www.BenLippen.com | (803) 807-4000A ministry of Columbia International University

Ben Lippen relocated to Columbia, SC1988

STATUSPrivate, Christian,Coeducational, College Preparatory,Pre-K to 12th Grade Day Program,6th to12th Grade Boarding Program

STUDENT BODY

Lower School - Pre-K to 5th Grade (2 campuses)Upper School - Grades 6 to 8Upper School - Grades 9 to 12

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FACULTY• Professing Christians• 63 Faculty Members• More than 62% Received or Pursuing Advanced Degrees

About Ben LippenIn 1940, Columbia International University founded a Christian high school in Asheville, NC. 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 700 students enrolled in Pre-K through 12th grade. Ben Lippen School offers spiritual development, rigorous academics and a wide variety of co-curricular activities. The upper school has approximately 520 students, including more than 80 boarding students from around the world. This cultural-ly 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 biblically permeated curriculum incorporates critical thinking, creativity, communication and collaborative skills.

Mission StatementBen Lippen School seeks to glorify God by educat-ing students from a biblical worldview to impact the nations with the message of Christ and by assisting the family and church in equipping students spiritually, academically, socially and physically under the Lordship of Jesus Christ. Within a culturally diverse learning community, Ben Lippen Upper School pre-pares young adults to be stewards of the gifts God has given them in preparation for the calling of God in their lives. The students are trained as indepen-dent Christian scholars who seek God, love people, demonstrate a zeal for learning, think analytically, and communicate effectively.

www.BenLippen.com7401 Monticello Road | Columbia, SC 29203 | (803) 807-4000 Main Office | (803) 744-1387 Fax

A ministry of Columbia International University

Statement of Faith

The following, together with other Christian principles of doctrine and practice, shall be the basis of the faith and doctrine of Ben Lippen School. The Bible is the inspired Word of God, the written record of His supernatural revelation of Himself to men, absolute in its authority, complete in its revelation, final in its content, and without any errors in its teaching. All men in their natural state are lost, alienated from God, spiritually dead: "All have sinned and fall short of the glory of God." (Romans 3:23) Salvation is only given by grace, a free gift of God, through faith in the Lord Jesus Christ, Who died for our sins according to the Scriptures (I Corinthians 15:3). Those who thus receive Christ by faith have their sins forgiven (Ephesians 1:7), their hearts cleansed (Acts 15:9), are born of the Spirit, become children of God (John 1:12-13), and are made new creatures in Christ (II Corinthians 5:17). God is One God, Who reveals Himself in three Persons: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Jesus Christ, as the Scriptures affirm, is the Son of God and Son of man, was born of a virgin, and is Himself very God. The Scriptures also declare the deity and personality of the Holy Spirit. Our Lord Jesus rose from the dead in the same body that was laid to rest in the tomb (John 20:25-27). The bodies of all believers who die will be raised from the dead, and they will receive an incorruptible body like unto His glorious body (I Corinthians 15:53; Philippians 3:21). All other men shall be raised unto the "resurrection of judgment" (John 5:28-29). Christians, born of the Spirit, are to live the new life in the present power of the Spirit: "If we live by the Spirit, by the Spirit let us also walk." (Galatians 5:16-25; Colossians 2:6). The Christian's responsibility, and his normal attitude of life, is to yield himself to God (Romans 6:13), trusting Christ to keep him. Christian “living” includes Christian service, the winning of souls around us, and the preaching of the Gospel in the uttermost parts of the earth. In carrying on this work, there is needed the supernatural power of the Holy Spirit, which is granted to every believer as he yields and trusts (Acts 1:8, I Corinthians 12:7; Ephesians 3:20; Acts 5:32). And in all of this service, prayer is to have the central place (John 14:12-14; Ephesians 6:18-19). Jesus Christ will come again on earth the second time (Hebrews 9:28), personally (Acts 1:11; I Thessalonians 4:16), bodily, (Acts 1:11; Colossians 2:9), and visibly (Matthew 26:64; Revelation 1:7). His coming will precede the age of universal peace and righteousness, foretold in the Scriptures (Matthew 24:29, 30, 42; II Thessalonians 2:7, 8; Revelation 20:1-6).

2018-2019 Tuition and Fees Boarding Student

Application Fee $100 per student, non-refundable Tuition Deposit Upon acceptance, a $3,000 tuition deposit per new student is due in order to secure the student’s enrollment. This deposit is due for each school year and is billed according to a family’s payment plan. For student’s re-enrolling the deposit is due by February 28th, 2018 and is subject to a late fee of 10% if not paid on time. Tuition and Housing Tuition and Campus Housing: $37,380

• Includes school tuition, on-campus room, board, and health insurance Tuition and Homestay: $46,470

• Includes school tuition, homestay room, board, and health insurance English as a Second Language (ESL) Fees $300 per semester per class

• ESL 1 students usually take 4 classes per semester • ESL 2 students usually take 3 classes per semester • ESL 3 students usually take 2 classes per semester

Emergency Fund Students must establish a $3,000 emergency fund with Ben Lippen School which is used to cover any unexpected expenses occurred during the school year. Upon graduation or withdrawal any remaining balance will be refunded. The fund must be replenished at the beginning of each school year. New Student Fees These fees are only assessed the first year.

New Student Fees 2018-2019 School Year

Grade Facility Fee New Student Class Fee

Orientation Fee

6th – 8th Grade $1,000 $65 $200 9th Grade $1,000 $80 $200 10th Grade $1,000 $160 $200 11th Grade $1,000 $260 $200 12th Grade $1,000 $360 $200

Additional Fees Fees that are not covered by tuition include but are not limited to:

• Students staying with Ben Lippen appointed host families during official school closings (Thanksgiving, Christmas, and Spring Break) are required to pay a stipend to the host family. Stipends are charged against the student’s emergency fund.

• High school students are required to participate in Winterim – an annual educational experience outside the classroom. Winterims range from $0 to $3,000.

• Campus wear from Lands’ End is required during school hours for all students. A new student can expect to spend between $200 and $300 on campus wear initially.

• Students involved in co-curricular activities such as athletics and fine arts may incur additional expenses ranging from $0 to $500.

• An annual TOEFL-iBT exam at student expense is required of all students enrolled in the Ben Lippen ESL program to assess progress and class placement.

• The ACT and SAT college admission tests at student expense are required of all 11th grade students.

Financial Aid Families will find the link to the financial aid application process on our website home page (www.BenLippen.com). To apply, please go to the Parents menu and choose Financial Aid. Withdrawal Fee For returning students the deadline for withdrawal notice without penalty for the 2018-2019 school year is February 28, 2018. Boarding students who withdraw for the 2018-2019 school year after February 28, 2018, will lose the $3,000 enrollment deposit in addition to any additional payments made for the 2018-2019 school year.