At Columbus School for Girls, we believe girls do better in an environment created specifically for them and that they should be free to be who they are-and do what they will-without anyone to stand in their way.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked OH School
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-12
- Yearly Tuition: $31,500
- Acceptance rate: 96%
- Average class size: 13 students
- Application Deadline: Feb. 6 / rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Columbus School For Girls ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
SAT Score
ACT Score
Advanced Degrees
Extracurriculars
School History
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Year Founded
1898
Colors
Red, Gold
School Calendar
First Day of School
Thu. Aug 14, 2025
Last Day of School
Sat. May 30, 2026
Campus Size
65
Student Body
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
75%
Average Class Size
13 students
Number of AP Courses
15 courses
Advanced Courses
AP Biology; AP Calculus AB; AP Calculus BC; AP Chemistry; AP English Language; AP English Literature; AP European History; AP Government & Politics: US; AP Government & Politics: Comparative; AP Latin; AP Music Theory; AP Physics C: Mechanics; AP Spanish, Honors Algebra II; Honors Biology; Honors Chemistry; Honors Geometry; Honors Physics; Honors U.S. History (Grade X); Post-AP Multivariable Calculus/Linear Algebra; Post-AP Advance Reading in Latin Literature
Average SAT score
1370
(Out of 1600)
Average ACT score
30
(Out of 36)
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Campbell plaid skirt, white polo, navy cardigan
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Feb. 6 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$31,500
Tuition Notes
$2.4 million in need-based financial aid is available
% on Financial Aid
23%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$11,740
Acceptance Rate
96%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Sarah Brewer
Admissions Associate
Jeni Blackburn
Application URL
Endowment Size
$2 million
Sports
Total Sports Offered
11 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
26 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Recreational Athletic Programs:
30+ special interest and awareness clubs, Author visits, book club and school literary magazine, both internal and external, cooking classes, D.C. (VIII), FIRST LEGO Robotics league and First Robotics Team, gardening, Middle School overnight class trips to Camp Wilson (VI), piano and swimming, School newspaper and Yearbook, Science Discovery at Stone Laboratory (VII) and Washington, service learning projects, Student council, Upper School May Program: Mini-courses and internships
Arts and Music Programs:
band and choir begin in Grade 4, Fine Arts and Photography, Four main stage theater programs, Instrumental and vocal music including strings and select choir, Strings, Upper School form XI trip to Stratford Shakespeare Festival in Ontario
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Field Hockey, Lacrosse, Lower school form IV and V offer Basketball, Soccer Skills, Tennis and Volleyball
School Notes
- School Motto: Forte et Gratum
- School Mascot: Unicorns
- Since 1898, Columbus School for Girls has helped generations of girls find and know their power, giving them the tools to become leaders and changemakers worldwide. From age three, our students thrive in an inclusive environment with a curriculum that educates the whole girl. Guided by top faculty members from across the country, CSG girls have access to a robust curriculum and experiential learning opportunities that enlighten and challenge them. Our comprehensive curriculum prepares our students for success in an ever-changing, global society that demands resilience and flexibility. Gaining mastery of vital skills for college and the careers of tomorrow, CSG girls achieve academically and develop crucial social-emotional habits of mind they will carry with them throughout their lives.For over 125 years, CSG girls have embodied our motto of Forte et Gratum-strength and grace. With grit and determination, they take healthy risks that shape them into resilient, capable women. No matter their challenges, our graduates are supported by the foundational skills they nurtured in an institution that puts girls first. Nowhere is the joy and potential of girlhood celebrated quite like at CSG. Discover the magic for yourself.
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Maya Zinkow '10, Rabbi -
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Columbus School For Girls cost?
Columbus School For Girls's tuition is approximately $31,500 for private students.
What schools are Columbus School For Girls often compared to?
Columbus School For Girls is often viewed alongside schools like The Columbus Academy by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Columbus School For Girls?
The acceptance rate of Columbus School For Girls is 96%, which is higher than the national average of 85%.
Who are famous alumni from Columbus School For Girls?
Columbus School For Girls famous alumni include: Maya Zinkow '10, Rabbi.
What sports does Columbus School For Girls offer?
Columbus School For Girls offers 11 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Diving, Field Hockey, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is Columbus School For Girls's ranking?
Columbus School For Girls ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for: Highest average SAT score, Highest average ACT score, Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees, Most extracurriculars offered and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Columbus School For Girls?
The application deadline for Columbus School For Girls is Feb. 6 / rolling (applications are due on Feb. 6 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
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Students
Grades: NS-12 | 711 students 7.9 miles 3650 Reed Road
Columbus, OH 43220
(614) 457-7883
Columbus, OH 43220
(614) 457-7883
7.9
NS-12
711
Grades: PK-8 | 247 students 3.4 miles 933 Hamlet St
Columbus, OH 43201
(614) 291-8601
Columbus, OH 43201
(614) 291-8601
3.4
PK-8
247
Grades: NS-12 6.3 miles 4300 Cherry Bottom Road
Columbus, OH 43230
(614) 509-2220
Columbus, OH 43230
(614) 509-2220
6.3
NS-12
n/a
Grades: PK-8 | 119 students 6.2 miles 3916 Indianola Avenue
Columbus, OH 43214
(614) 267-4799
Columbus, OH 43214
(614) 267-4799
6.2
PK-8
119
Grades: K-12 | 205 students 4.4 miles 181 Noe Bixby Rd
Columbus, OH 43213
(614) 864-0299
Columbus, OH 43213
(614) 864-0299
4.4
K-12
205
School Reviews
5 8/28/2019
CSG had great potential, but their elitist and out of touch attitude ruined their honestly superior academic curriculum. The teachers and administration are arrogant and insist on evaluating people by the color of their skin. The student body is primarily Jewish, and the worldview follows from their superior view towards other races and ethnicities, with the favored identities taking precedence. The girls are snobbish. It did give me a good foundation for my future but at the expense of any semblance of quality of life or enjoyment of high school. I attended for 7 years and hated every single one. The reviews won't let me give the school anything but 5 stars. Figures.
5 4/6/2019
I absolutely love CSG for my daughter over the last 6 years. The school atmosphere is a peaceful and safe place for my daughter to spread her wings. The teachers are definitely on your team to shape your daughter into being a brilliant, independent, kind individual. The best part is that all the families want to be there, and are supportive of the administration; it's a great environment for a child to learn.
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