Founded in 1974, the Fine Arts Center is South Carolina’s First Public High School for the visual, creative and performing arts. For almost half a century, the Fine Arts Center has been a premier institution offering pre-professional training by a faculty of teaching artists. Our award-winning arts programs garner local, regional, and national recognition, and our students often excel in competitions such as the Scholastic Art and Writing Awards and YoungArts National Arts Competition. Graduating classes average over $10 million dollars in scholarship offers, many of which include admission to the nation’s top arts and academics colleges and universities. Additionally, the Fine Arts Center is an ABC Institute “Model School” and an Art Schools Network “Exemplary School”.
To prepare dedicated students for 21st-century careers through rigorous, pre-professional arts training in a dynamic, inclusive, and collaborative learning community.
is developed through curiosity, expression, critical thinking, self-reflection, practice and mastery of skills
is cultivated through a healthy artistic environment that is safe, open-minded, inclusive and diverse
is formed by commitment, hard work, integrity, resilience, and perseverance, which are essential to personal and professional achievement
is matured as students become practicing artists, lifelong learners, and innovators
is built as our work strengthens our school, the community, and the broader society
Start your creative journey with us today. Students and parents, we invite you to explore our programs, meet our faculty, and discover the endless opportunities waiting for you. All eligible students are required to apply and audition.
The stage is set, the canvas is blank, and the future is yours to create.
We are always looking for passionate individuals to join us in our mission. The Fine Arts Center Partners is a nonprofit volunteer-run organization dedicated to supporting students and increasing the visibility of the FAC to further their mission.
100% of all funds raised are donated directly to the school to fund programming and more.
Dive into the student life at FAC by exploring our Instagram page! Stay updated with our regular posts showcasing daily activities, classroom experiences, and event promotions.
Join us for our captivating concerts live-streamed from the Recital Hall. Tune in to watch our performances, both live and recorded, by clicking on the YouTube icon below.
Dive into the student life at FAC by exploring our Instagram page! Stay updated with our regular posts showcasing daily activities, classroom experiences, and event promotions. Click the social icons and follow us to stay connected!
Join us for our captivating concerts live-streamed from the Recital Hall. Tune in to watch our performances, both live and recorded, by clicking on the YouTube icon below.
Our live performances are held all year long and the quality and experience are hard to beat. If you can’t make it to one of our events, check out our performances on our social media!
