Program
Prescreen RequiredAudition RequiredInterview RequiredIn-Person or VirtualUniversity App RequiredStudy AbroadMTCP Participant
Program Characteristics
Prescreen Required
Audition Required
Interview Required
University App Required
Study Abroad
MTCP ParticipantProgram Highlights
PROGRAM STRUCTURE
•2+2 partnership with Circle in the Square Theatre School in the Broadway district of NYC
•Circle in the Square founded in 1961 — nation's only conservatory housed in a Broadway theatre
NOTABLE ALUMNI & CAREER
•Notable alumni include Kevin Bacon, Benicio del Toro, Idina Menzel, and Maura Tierney
•Professional showcases with agents and producers in New York
FACILITIES & OPPORTUNITIES
•Bininger Center for Performing Arts with 324-seat proscenium theatre and black box studio
•Internship opportunities at American Stage Theatre Company, freeFall Theatre, and Tampa Bay area theatres
•Study abroad options in London, Dublin, Scotland, and Australia
Key Info
University AppApplication
Apply atCommon App
Deadlines
Early ActionNov 15, 2026
Rolling
Fee
$50Waiver
Waived for applications submitted before December 1
Program AppApplication
Apply atAcceptd
Deadline
Rolling Admissions
Auditions
Circle Audition (Zoom, 7-10pm EST)Apr 20, 2026
Circle Audition (Zoom, 7-10pm EST)Apr 28, 2026
Circle in the Square Acceptd Fee
$60
Prescreen Requirements
Songs
•MTCP Song Option A:
-One song written BEFORE 1970
-One song written AFTER 1970
-Contrasting styles
-60-90 seconds each
Monologues
•MTCP Monologue Option B:
-One contemporary monologue (written after 1950)
-One classical monologue (written before 1950, heightened language)
-60-90 seconds each
Additional Materials
•HEADSHOT (recent)
•PERFORMANCE resume
•TWO LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION
Good to Know
APPLICATION PROCESS
•Apply to Eckerd College via Common App or Eckerd direct application
•Apply separately to Circle in the Square Theatre School via Acceptd
•Both acceptances required for BFA enrollment
FEES & DEADLINES
•Eckerd application fee: $50, waived before Dec 1
•Circle in the Square Acceptd fee: $60
•Early Action or Rolling Admissions options, both non-binding until May 1
ELIGIBILITY
•High school diploma required by September 1st
•Program follows Musical Theater Common Prescreen (MTCP) guidelines
What's The Process
PRESCREEN SUBMISSION
•Submit prescreen videos via Acceptd — applications accepted on a rolling basis from October to July
LIVE AUDITION
•Auditions held two days every month via Zoom (7-10pm EST)
•In-person auditions available at SETC and other regional conferences
•Interview included as part of the audition process
Scholarship Info
ARTISTIC ACHIEVEMENT AWARD
•$1,000 per year, renewable for four years
•Deadline: February 1
•Separate application required via Eckerd
•Recipients must meet with faculty annually for renewal criteria
Program info updated Mar 23, 11:46 PM
PROGRAM STRUCTURE
•2+2 partnership with Circle in the Square Theatre School in the Broadway district of NYC
•Circle in the Square founded in 1961 — nation's only conservatory housed in a Broadway theatre
NOTABLE ALUMNI & CAREER
•Notable alumni include Kevin Bacon, Benicio del Toro, Idina Menzel, and Maura Tierney
•Professional showcases with agents and producers in New York
FACILITIES & OPPORTUNITIES
•Bininger Center for Performing Arts with 324-seat proscenium theatre and black box studio
•Internship opportunities at American Stage Theatre Company, freeFall Theatre, and Tampa Bay area theatres
•Study abroad options in London, Dublin, Scotland, and Australia
Updated Mar 23, 11:46 PM
Academic School Information
3.64
Avg GPA
76%
Admit Rate
67%
Grad Rate
1,888
Enrollment
$51,819
Earnings
10yr after
Tuition & Fees
$51,884
before aid
Average Annual Cost
$38,071
after typical aid
Average annual cost is often lower than tuition because it accounts for grants and scholarships most students receive. It includes tuition, room & board, books, and supplies.
Family Income $0 - $30k$29,615
Family Income $30k - $48k$34,524
Family Income $48k - $75k$34,294
Family Income $75k - $110k$35,840
Family Income $110k+$43,955
