For years, generations of Columbia families, along with newcomers to our area have entrusted the education of their children to our friendly, neighborhood schools.  The county's innovative and challenging instructional programs, co-cirricular and community partnerships were designed to give our children the very best education and competitive advantage in all academic fields.  

Richland county also provides a wide range of schooling options from traditional schools to high schools focusing primarily on the arts, Montessori programs and International Baccalaureate programs.  Schools and Teachers throughout Richland County are consistent award winners on the local, regional and national levels.  Richland County has programs that tap into the passions and strengths of any student.

Columbia also offers a wide range of continuing education options from a large, nationally accredited university to community technical and specialty colleges.