Circle in the Square Theatre School Tuition & Outcomes

Last updated: June 29, 2026 Source: College Scorecard

Circle in the Square Theatre School is a private trade and vocational school in New York, New York, enrolling about 39 students. Programs focus on certificates and workforce credentials that prepare students for skilled trades and technical careers. Typical net price after grant aid is about $28,089 for students who receive it, compared with published tuition near $25,610. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $39,899 among students who received federal aid.

Key Facts

  • 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $25,610
  • 2024 Average Net Price: $28,089 After Financial Aid
  • 2024 Acceptance Rate: 8.00% Highly Selective
  • 2024 Enrolled Students: 39 100.0% Full-Time
  • 2024 Graduation Rate: 100.00%
  • Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 6.7% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
  • Net price trend: Average net price decrease of 4.8% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
  • Undergraduate Enrollment: 39
  • Applicants (IPEDS): 1,114
  • Room & Board: $13,500 annual estimate

Circle in the Square Theatre School: what the data shows

Common questions about Circle in the Square Theatre School, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.

Where is Circle in the Square Theatre School?

Circle in the Square Theatre School is located in New York, NY (ZIP 10019-6795).

NCES locale classification: City.

Is Circle in the Square Theatre School public or private?

Circle in the Square Theatre School is a Private Non-profit institution.

How much does Circle in the Square Theatre School cost?

Published tuition: $25,610.

Average net price after aid: $28,089.

Family income bandAvg. net price
Family income $0–$30,000$28,089

Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $102,440.

How hard is it to get into Circle in the Square Theatre School?

Admission rate: 8.00%.

Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.

How big is Circle in the Square Theatre School?

Total enrollment: 39 students.

Undergraduate enrollment: 39 students.

About 100% enroll full-time in our extract.

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

150%-time completion rate: 100.00%.

First-year retention: 100.0%.

What do graduates of Circle in the Square Theatre School earn?

Median earnings: $39,899 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).

How much debt do students have?

10.00% of students receive Pell grants.

What is Circle in the Square Theatre School known for?

Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:

See ROI & Programs for more.

Is Circle in the Square Theatre School a good school?

We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 8.00%; completion rate 100.00%; median earnings $39,899 at 10 years; net price $28,089. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.

Tuition & Cost

Tuition Costs

$25,610
2024 Undergraduate Tuition

In 2024, the cost of tuition at Circle in the Square Theatre School was $25,610.

Tuition comparison with similar institutions.

Average Net Price

$28,089
2024 Value

In 2024 Circle in the Square Theatre School had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $28,089.

Average net price comparison with similar institutions.

Total Cost of Attendance

$112,356 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost

$28,089 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)

$102,440 4-Year Tuition

$13,500 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)

$600 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)

$39,710 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)

$158,840 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)

4-year total cost breakdown for Circle in the Square Theatre School.

Financial Aid by Income Level

10.00% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants

48.00% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans

Financial aid distribution by income level.

Student Loan Default Rate

0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)

The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Circle in the Square Theatre School was 0.00%.

Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.

Tuition tracker

Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for Circle in the Square Theatre School in that year.

Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).

Year In-state tuition & fees Out-of-state tuition & fees Average net price
2013$14,540$14,540$35,087
2014$15,540$15,540$40,940
2015$16,040$16,040$37,928
2016$17,040$17,040$38,539
2017$17,540$17,540$40,862
2018$18,040$18,040$44,640
2019$18,540$18,540$38,870
2020$19,540$19,540$46,298
2021$21,540$21,540$47,465
2022$22,565$22,565$31,030
2023$24,085$24,085$29,537

Sticker tuition and net price over time

Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.

College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).

Net price by family income

Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).

Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.

Acceptance Rate & Admissions

Acceptance Rate

8.00% Acceptance Rate

1,114 Total Applicants

42 Students Admitted

3 First-Time Students Enrolled

7.14% Yield (enrolled ÷ admitted)

This institution is extremely selective, accepting fewer than 1 in 10 applicants.

Acceptance rate compared to national average.

Test Scores

Test score data is not available for this institution.

Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.

Academic Requirements

GPA requirements are not published by this institution. Contact the admissions office for specific academic requirements.

Estimated GPA and test score ranges.

Enrollment & Student Demographics

Circle in the Square Theatre School reported total enrollment of about 39 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 38% male and 62% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (33.3%), Two or More Races (23.1%), and Non-Resident Alien (20.5%). About 10.00% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants.

Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment

100.0% Full-Time Enrollment

The total enrollment at Circle in the Square Theatre School in 2024 is 39 students.

Undergraduate enrollment is about 39 students.

Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.

Retention Rate over Time

100.0%
2024 Retention Rate

Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.

Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.

Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity

The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is White at 33.3%.

Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).

College Scorecard student demographics.

Graduates & Outcomes

Time to Complete

100.00% 100% Completion Time

100.00% 150% Completion Time

In 2024, 100.00% of students graduating from Circle in the Square Theatre School completed their program within 100% "normal time".

Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.

Completions by Sex (Top Programs)

  • Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General: 42% male / 58% female

IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).

Completions by Race & Ethnicity

Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: White.

Summed across program completion records in our extract.

ROI & Programs

Financial value and program information for Circle in the Square Theatre School.

Return on Investment

$39,899 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)

255.11% Return on Investment

Financial value analysis for Circle in the Square Theatre School.

Top Programs by Completions

1 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 2 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).

1. Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General: 24 completions

Most popular programs at Circle in the Square Theatre School.

Employment Outcomes

Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.

Earnings outcomes for Circle in the Square Theatre School graduates.

Operations

Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for Circle in the Square Theatre School from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).

Instructional Resources

  • Instructional expenditure per FTE: $12,553

Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.

Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.

About

Circle in the Square Theatre School is a private non-profit institution located in New York, NY. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General. Enrollment is approximately 39 students. Student body composition includes White (33.3%), Two or More Races (23.1%), Non-Resident Alien (20.5%). It is highly selective, with an admission rate of 8.00%. The 150%-time completion rate is 100.00%. Approximately 10.00% of students receive Pell Grants.

Institution Type

Private Non-profit

Location

New York, NY 10019-6795

Region: Mid East

Insights and Analysis

Exceptional Graduation Rate: With a 100.00% graduation rate, Circle in the Square Theatre School demonstrates strong student retention and completion. This rate significantly exceeds the national average, indicating effective academic support and student services.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Circle in the Square Theatre School located?

Circle in the Square Theatre School is located in New York, NY.

What is Circle in the Square Theatre School's acceptance rate?

The acceptance rate at Circle in the Square Theatre School is 8.0% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data. IPEDS reports 1,114 applicants and 42 admits in the latest admissions cycle in our extract.

How much does Circle in the Square Theatre School cost?

Reported tuition is $25,610 and average net price is $28,089 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $13,500 annually.

What is the student body demographics at Circle in the Square Theatre School?

Circle in the Square Theatre School reports undergraduate enrollment of about 39 students, White (33.3%), Two or More Races (23.1%) in federal College Scorecard data.

What do graduates of Circle in the Square Theatre School earn?

Median earnings are N/A six years after entry and $39,899 ten years after entry.

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

The 150%-time completion rate is 100.0% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.

Is Circle in the Square Theatre School public or private?

Circle in the Square Theatre School is a private nonprofit institution located in New York, NY.

Is Circle in the Square Theatre School an HBCU?

No. Circle in the Square Theatre School is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.

Is Circle in the Square Theatre School a tribal college?

No. Circle in the Square Theatre School is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.

Is Circle in the Square Theatre School a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?

Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, Circle in the Square Theatre School does not meet that proxy (reported share 2.6%).

Is Circle in the Square Theatre School religiously affiliated?

No religious affiliation is reported for Circle in the Square Theatre School in IPEDS institutional characteristics.

Data Sources

This page uses data from the following sources:

  • New York trade schools profile
  • New York, New York city profile
  • Mid East regional profile
  • All state profiles
  • Regional profiles
  • National benchmarks
  • School directory
  • All schools in New York

    • Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.

    Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.

    Methodology

    Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.

    All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.