Real Estate School for Success Policies
1. Mission Statement
The Real Estate School for Success provides comprehensive education of the highest quality to adults seeking successful careers as real estate salesmen, brokers, appraisers, and property managers. This education will be provided by qualified and experienced instructors in a classroom setting.
2. Governing Body and Faculty
The governing body and faculty may be reached during business hours at (803) 807-9152.
3. Location of Office and Classrooms
3.1 Location
The Real Estate School for Success is located at 288 Saint Andrews Road, Columbia, South Carolina 29210 (1.5 miles from the intersection of St Andrews Road and I-26 or Bush River Road and I-20).
Office phone number: (803) 807-9152.
3.2 Classroom Sizes
Classroom sizes are limited to no more than thirty (30) students per class to ensure quality training and teacher/student interaction. Classrooms are equipped with overhead projectors, vending machines, and restrooms.
3.3 Compliance
The offices and classrooms comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Students with disabilities will be accommodated.
4. Operating Hours
4.1 Staff Availability
Staff is available Monday–Friday, 8:00am–5:00pm.
4.2 Course Hours
Course hours differ for each course and may not coincide with Admissions Office hours. Schedules are provided to potential students. Courses are offered year-round.
4.3 Holidays
The Admissions Office is closed and courses are not held on Federal or State holidays.
5. Corporate Structure
The Real Estate School for Success is privately owned and operated and is not affiliated with any real estate brokerage companies.
6. Tobacco Policy
Smoking or chewing tobacco is prohibited inside the school building. Students may use tobacco outside and must dispose of cigarettes properly.
7. Alcohol Policy
7.1 Alcohol Consumption
Students may not consume alcohol on school premises.
7.2 Intoxication
Students who arrive intoxicated will not be permitted in class.
7.3 Expulsion
Students who repeatedly arrive intoxicated may be expelled.
8. Mobile/Cell Phone Policy
8.1 Cell Phone Use
Phones must be completely turned off while in the classroom (no vibrate or silent).
8.2 Break Areas
Phones may be used in designated break areas.
8.3 Disruptive Use
Students who repeatedly use their phones during class will be asked to leave.
8.4 Landline Availability
Office landline phones are not available for student use except in emergencies.
9. Perfume and Cologne
9.1 Restriction
Students may not wear perfume or cologne while attending classes due to allergy concerns.
9.2 Removal
Students wearing perfume or cologne will be asked to leave until it can be removed.
9.3 Deodorant
Deodorant is allowed and encouraged.
10. Tuition Policy
10.1 Tuition Payment
Full tuition must be paid before the course start date.
10.2 No Transfer
Tuition cannot be transferred to another student once a course has started.
10.3 Accepted Payment Methods
Cash, personal check, certified check, Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover.
The school does not offer financial aid or financing.
10.4 Dishonored Checks
Dishonored checks incur a $35 fee plus any bank fees.
10.5 Invalidated Certificates
If a check is dishonored after a certificate has been issued, the certificate will be invalidated.
11. Course Accreditation
All courses are reviewed and accredited by the South Carolina Real Estate Commission.
12. General Admissions and Attendance Policy
12.1 Age and Education
Students must be 18 years old and have a high school diploma or GED.
12.2 Class Size Limitations
Only the first 24 students who pay in full are guaranteed a seat.
12.3 Tuition Payment
Tuition must be paid in full before the course begins.
12.4 Literacy
Students who cannot read or understand English are responsible for their own interpretation of materials.
12.5 Time Frame for Completion
Admission is valid for 180 days. Courses must be completed within this period or re-enrollment is required.
12.6 Attendance Requirement
Students must be present during scheduled class times. Missed time must be made up.
13. Updates to Student Contact Information
13.1 Contact Information Changes
Changes to phone number, email, or mailing address must be provided in writing.
13.2 Valid Contact
Until notified, the school will use the original contact information.
14. Academic Integrity
14.1 Standards
The school upholds strict academic integrity.
14.2 Violations Include:
- Cheating on exams
- Copying another person’s work
- Falsifying identity or data
- Destroying or stealing school or student property
- Stealing exam questions
14.3 Notification
The school will notify the student of violations within three business days.
14.4 Consequences
Actions may include warning, suspension, or expulsion.
14.5 Invalidated Certificates
Certificates may be nullified if integrity violations occur.
15. Student Conduct
15.1 Expectations
Students must act appropriately, show respect, use proper manners, and remain quiet during class.
15.2 Inappropriate Behavior Includes:
- Violating school policies
- Harassment or annoyance
- Destruction of property
- Disruptive behavior
Students may be expelled for such conduct.
16. Tuition and Course Dates
16.1 Program List and Tuition
- Real Estate Pre-Licensing (60 hrs) – $350
- Real Estate Final Sales (30 hrs) – $299
- Real Estate Broker A (30 hrs) – $250
- Real Estate Broker B (30 hrs) – $250
- Property Management (30 hrs) – $275
- Appraisal L-1 (30 hrs) – $285
- Appraisal L-2 (30 hrs) – $285
- Appraisal L-3 (15 hrs) – $275
- Continuing Education (4 hrs) – $60
16.2 Tuition Changes
Prices may change without notice.
16.3 Discounts
Tuition listed does not include promotional discounts.
16.4 Inclusive Costs
No additional costs apply beyond listed tuition.
16.5 Course Completion
Students have 180 days from enrollment to complete a course.
17. Refund and Re-instatement Policy
17.2.1 School-Cancelled Courses
If the school cancels a course, students receive a 100% refund.
17.2.2 Student Cancellation (Live/In-Person/Hybrid)
Before class starts: 90% refund (10% processing fee), if requested by email.
17.2.3 Online Self-Paced Refunds
100% refund if:
- Requested within 30 days, and
- Course progress is 50% or less.
No refund if progress > 50% or if a certificate has been issued.
17.2.4 No Refund After Start Date
For Live/In-Person/Hybrid, no refunds after the class starts.
17.2.5 One Free Date Change
One free reschedule within six months of the original date.
No refunds after the original start date even if rescheduled.
17.2.6 Reinstatement After Six Months
Students may be reinstated at 50% of original tuition.
18. Online Course Pass Guarantee
18.1 Overview
If a student does not pass the state exam on the first attempt after completing the Online Self-Paced Pre-Licensing course and meeting all requirements, they may choose a full refund.
18.2 Courses Covered
Applies only to Online Self-Paced Pre-Licensing courses.
18.3 Eligibility Requirements:
- Complete 100% of the Online Self-Paced course
- Complete all exam-prep modules
- Take state exam within 60 days of course completion
- Submit claim within 14 days with documentation
18.4 What Is Provided
Eligible students may choose:
- Full tuition refund, or
- One free 180-day re-enrollment
18.5 How to Claim
Email info@realestateschoolforsuccess.com with:
Name, course title, completion date, exam date, and score report.
18.6 Exclusions
Does not apply to Live/Hybrid classes, late submissions, expired access, incomplete exam prep, or corporate/group enrollments unless written otherwise.
18.7 Limitations
One claim per student per course. Refund invalidates any issued certificate. Cannot be combined with other refunds.
18.8 Effective Date
Applies to Online Self-Paced enrollments purchased after the policy publication date.