K-12 Online School & Homeschool for South Carolina Families
The American curriculum from Kindergarten to Grade 12, with Advanced Placement (AP), taught live by qualified teachers in US time zones: a full online school or homeschool programme for South Carolina families, with Cambridge and IB as options.
A live K-12 online school and homeschool for South Carolina families: the American curriculum with AP, plus Cambridge IGCSE and A-Level, taught by qualified teachers in US time zones. From USD 423 per month.
South Carolina families use Smartious as a full online school or alongside their own homeschool, with marked work, term reports and transcripts for college applications to Clemson, University of South Carolina, Furman and beyond.
- Homeschool rules: Moderate — District approval, SCAIHS, or an accountability association
- Paperwork: Moderate
- Live class times: 8 AM – 5 PM ET — A normal US school day: morning core subjects, afternoons free for sport, music and dual enrolment
- Exam centres: AP exams at authorised schools and test centres in South Carolina; Cambridge and Pearson Edexcel exams at authorised private-candidate centres, confirmed each series
Homeschool law in South Carolina
South Carolina offers three options: approval by the local school district, membership of the South Carolina Association of Independent Home Schools (SCAIHS), or membership of a third-option accountability association. Each keeps its own records requirements.
University pathways
- Clemson
- University of South Carolina
- Furman
- College of Charleston
Fees
From USD 423/month for Primary, payable termly; varies by curriculum and level. One-to-one tuition: USD 15/hour.
Frequently asked questions
Is homeschooling with an online school legal in South Carolina?
South Carolina offers three options: approval by the local school district, membership of the South Carolina Association of Independent Home Schools (SCAIHS), or membership of a third-option accountability association. Each keeps its own records requirements. Smartious provides the teaching, marked work and reports; your South Carolina paperwork stays between your family and the state or district, and we can supply course outlines and records for it.
Do you teach the American curriculum and AP for South Carolina students?
Yes. Smartious teaches the K-12 American curriculum with Advanced Placement (AP) courses, live, from Kindergarten to Grade 12, with Cambridge IGCSE and A-Level as options. Students sit AP exams at an authorised school or test centre in South Carolina, which we help you find.
Will Clemson, University of South Carolina, Furman accept a Smartious transcript?
US universities, Clemson, University of South Carolina, Furman among them, admit homeschool and online-school students on their transcript, course descriptions, AP and other exam results, essays and references. We provide transcripts, course descriptions and counsellor letters for the Common Application, and help with SAT or ACT preparation.
What are the live class times in South Carolina?
South Carolina is on Eastern time. Live classes run 8 AM – 5 PM ET, Monday to Friday. A normal US school day: morning core subjects, afternoons free for sport, music and dual enrolment.
How much does Smartious cost for South Carolina families?
Fees start from USD 423 per month for Primary and vary by curriculum and level. Every admission starts with a placement assessment, and we send the full fee structure for your child's programme after it.
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- Online School in the USA: Live K-12 Teaching, and AP for Students Whose School Has None
- K-12 American Curriculum Online: How a Live Online School Works From Kindergarten to Grade 12
- Homeschooling in the USA: The Complete 2026 Guide for Parents
What parents say
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“What stands out most about Smartious Homeschool and Tuition is their dedication to each learner. They don't rush through topics but ensure the child fully understands before moving forward. The progress my child has made in a short time is impressive. I would definitely recommend them to any parent.” — Google reviewer, Google review