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Score: 69/100

Circle in the Square Theatre School

2-Year Private Non-Profit

📍 New York, New York 10019

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Rating Context: This institution has fewer than 500 students. Smaller schools may show more rating variability due to limited data points.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (A+) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 100%

Outcomes

A+

92/100

Affordability

27/100

Resources

87/100

Experience

53/100

Prestige

B+

75/100

Quick Stats

Total Enrollment

100%

Graduation Rate

100%

Retention Rate

2.0:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

Acceptance Rate

N/A

Avg Net Price

For parents & investors

The Circle in the Square Theatre School Town Property Report

Avg home value near campus: $1,229,885
Avg rent near campus: $4,856/mo
Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 10036 (3.7% cap, New York)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category	In-State	Out-of-State
Tuition	$24,000	$24,000

Financial Aid

50%

Receive Any Aid

50%

Receive Pell Grants

50%

Take Out Loans

N/A

Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General 24 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Circle in the Square Theatre School's top programs commonly pursue.

Producers and directors

$83k/yr 167,000 jobs

Art, drama, and music teachers, postsecondary

$80k/yr 122,800 jobs

Actors

57,000 jobs

Entertainers and performers, sports and related workers, all other

35,800 jobs

Student Demographics

Total Students

60%

Women

85%

Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 56%

Hispanic 10%

Black 12%

Asian 2%

Two or More 14%

Non-Resident 6%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 85%

25-64 (Adult) 15%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Circle in the Square Theatre School?

Circle in the Square Theatre School has an acceptance rate of 4%. This makes it a highly selective institution where admission is very competitive.

How much does it cost to attend Circle in the Square Theatre School?

Tuition at Circle in the Square Theatre School is $24,000 for in-state students and $24,000 for out-of-state students .

What is the graduation rate at Circle in the Square Theatre School?

The graduation rate at Circle in the Square Theatre School is 100%. This is considered an excellent graduation rate, indicating strong student success and support systems.

Is Circle in the Square Theatre School a good school?

Circle in the Square Theatre School has a Repit College Score of 69/100 (Grade: B). Our rating evaluates five key factors:

Outcomes (A+): Graduation and retention rates
Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
Resources (A): Class sizes and selectivity
Experience (C): Campus life and learning format
Prestige (B+): Reputation and recognition

Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.

How many students attend Circle in the Square Theatre School?

Circle in the Square Theatre School has a total enrollment of 50 students. Most students (85%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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