- Circle in the Square Theatre School is a non-profit, tax exempt drama school associated with Circle in the Square Theatre; it is the only accredited conservatory attached to a Broadway theatre. It offers two 2-year full-time programs: a Professional Theatre Workshop, and a Professional Musical Theatre Workshop.
School Highlights
Circle in the Square Theatre School serves 43 students (100% of students are full-time).
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the state average of 62%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Enrollment: 43 students
- Acceptance Rate: 33%
- Minority enrollment: 82%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Circle in the Square Theatre School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Selectivity
School Resources
Completion Rates
School Overview
Circle in the Square Theatre School
(NY) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
Baccalaureate/Associate's Colleges: Mixed Baccalaureate/Associate's
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private not-for-profit
Private not-for-profit
Total Faculty
n/a
159 staff
Student Body
The student population of Circle in the Square Theatre School has grown by 22% over five years.
The Circle in the Square Theatre School diversity score of 0.71 is less than the state average of 0.76. The school's diversity has grown by 16% over five years.
Total Enrollment
43 students
1,129 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
# Full-Time Students
43 students
528 students
# Part-Time Students
n/a
601 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
43 students
357 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
43 students
519 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
44 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
850 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
41 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
382 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
3%
n/a
% Asian
1%
8%
% Hispanic
5%
23%
% Black
3%
18%
% White
18%
38%
% Hawaiian
50%
2%
% Two or more races
7%
3%
% Non Resident races
3%
3%
% Unknown races
10%
5%
Diversity Score
0.71
0.76
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
1%
33%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
40%
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
100%
88%
Median Debt for Graduates
$16,000
$10,000
Median Debt for Dropouts (Year 2013)
$5,500
$4,750
Acceptance Rate
33%
74%
SAT Reading
n/a
475
SAT Math
n/a
505
SAT Writing
n/a
485
ACT Composite
n/a
20
ACT English
n/a
18
ACT Math
n/a
20
Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate of Circle in the Square Theatre School?
The acceptance rate of Circle in the Square Theatre School is 33%, which is lower than the state average of 74%. Circle in the Square Theatre School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top community colleges in New York with low acceptance rates.
What is Circle in the Square Theatre School's ranking?
Circle in the Square Theatre School ranks among the top 20% of community college in New York for: Lowest acceptance rates, Percent of students receiving financial aid and Highest completion rates.
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