Hammond School

Columbia, SC

Financials

Source year 2026-2027 · Tuition source · Verified August 13, 2026

Day tuition (2026-2027)

$23,990

Boarding tuition (2026-2027)

—

Financial aid

15% of students

Enrollment

950

Student:Teacher

10:1

Founded

1966

What Hammond School actually costs

Estimates — verify with the school

Published tuition is only part of the picture. This projection adds the costs families actually pay (tuition source year 2026-2027), with ~4%/yr tuition inflation.

Program

Years attending

Expected financial aid0% of tuition

15% of students at this school receive aid. Use the school's net price calculator for your family's real number.

Year 1 real cost

$28,390

vs $23,990 published tuition

4-year total

$120,281

incl. $18,408 beyond tuition

Hidden costs per year

Books, laptop & course materials$800
Athletics gear & team fees$900
Activities, trips & event fees$1,200
Daily transportation$1,500

About

Hammond School is a co-ed day school in Columbia, South Carolina, known for strong academics, competitive athletics, and a vibrant school community. One of the leading independent schools in the Midlands region of South Carolina.

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