School Highlights
Circle in the Square Theatre School serves 35 students (100% of students are full-time).
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is less than the state average of 62%.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Enrollment: 35 students
- Acceptance Rate: 33%
- Minority enrollment: 100%
- 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
158 staff
Student Body
The student population of Circle in the Square Theatre School has declined by 61% over five years.
The Circle in the Square Theatre School diversity score of 0.61 is less than the state average of 0.76. The school's diversity has grown by 165% over five years.
Total Enrollment
35 students
746 students

Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
13:1
# Full-Time Students
35 students
519 students

# Part-Time Students
n/a
514 students


# Enrollment Undergraduate
n/a
357 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
35 students
502 students

# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
44 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
528 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
41 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
382 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
4%
n/a
% Asian
12%
8%

% Hispanic
n/a
23%

% Black
12%
18%

% White
n/a
38%

% Hawaiian
60%
2%
% Two or more races
n/a
3%
% Non Resident races
n/a
3%

% Unknown races
12%
5%


Diversity Score
0.61
0.76

College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
1%
0.3518%

College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.3957%
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
100%
88%

Median Debt for Graduates
$16,000
$12,000

Median Debt for Dropouts (Year 2013)
$5,500
$5,152
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)
Profile last updated: 08/14/2024
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, Average community college minority breakdown, Percent of students receiving financial aid and Highest completion rates.
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