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South Carolina Private Preschools By Tuition Cost

Name: South Carolina Average Tuition Cost Trends (Pre-K)
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The average private preschool tuition in South Carolina is $8,758 per year (2026-27).

The private preschool with the lowest tuition is Shandon United Methodist Preschool & Kindergarten, with a tuition of $1,010.

Quick Facts (26-27)

# SC Schools Ranked: 115
Top 20 Range (Tuition): $1,010–$4,050
SC School Avg.: $8,758
National School Avg.: $9,622

Quick Facts (26-27)

# SC Schools Ranked: 115
Top 20 Range (Tuition): $1,010–$4,050
SC School Avg.: $8,758
National School Avg.: $9,622

South Carolina Average Tuition Cost (Trends)

Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓

Total Growth: +20.6% (+$1,720 since 2016)

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Year	National avg	South Carolina (SC) avg	YoY Change ($)	YoY Change (%)
2025	$12,988	$10,071	▲ +$241	▲ +2.5%
2024	$12,643	$9,830	▲ +$203	▲ +2.1%
2023	$12,143	$9,627	▲ +$108	▲ +1.1%
2022	$11,665	$9,519	▲ +$260	▲ +2.8%
2021	$11,446	$9,259	▲ +$242	▲ +2.7%
2020	$11,205	$9,017	▲ +$80	▲ +0.9%
2019	$11,020	$8,937	▲ +$131	▲ +1.5%
2018	$10,760	$8,806	▲ +$92	▲ +1.1%
2017	$10,507	$8,714	▲ +$363	▲ +4.3%
2016	$10,136	$8,351	▲ +$155	▲ +1.9%
2015	$9,809	$8,196	—	—

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Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) Private School Universe Survey (PSS), direct school submissions, and proprietary website research and analysis by Private School Review.

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Tuition Cost Range: $1,010 $5,200 Avg. Tuition Cost: $3,724

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the South Carolina average private preschools tuition?

The South Carolina average private preschools tuition is $9,669 for 2026-27.

What are the private preschools with the lowest tuition cost in South Carolina?

The top ranked private preschools in South Carolina include Shandon United Methodist Preschool & Kindergarten, The Goddard School and White Oak Baptist Church Kindergarten.

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