Briar Cliff University
Briar Cliff University (Briar Cliff) is a four-years, private (not-for-profit) school located in Sioux City, IA. It is classified as Doctoral / Research University by Carnegie Classification and its highest level of offering is Doctor's degree - professional practice.
The Briar Cliff's 2023 tuition & fees is $34,498. 78% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $23,667.
The school has a total enrollment of 1,000 and the students to faculty ratio is 12 to 1 (8.33%).
Briar Cliff University is accredited by Higher Learning Commission.
2023 Tuition & Fees and 2024 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2023 tuition & fees of Briar Cliff University is $34,498. For graduate programs, its 2023 graduate school tuition & fees is $9,554.
The estimated 2024 tuition & fees for prospective students is $35,005 based on the tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2024 graduate school tuition & fees is $8,668.
| Undergraduate | $34,498 |
|---|---|
| Graduate | $9,554 |
Data source: NCES(National Center for Education Statistics
Updated with 2022-2023 tuition (Last update: Feb. 27, 2023)
| Undergraduate | $35,005 |
|---|---|
| Graduate | $8,668 |
The estimation for 2023-2024 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Key Stats for Prospective Students
The average graduation rate is 56%. Total 1,000 students are attending the school and the school offers campus housing facilities (i.e. dormitory and residence halls possessed by the school).
The average earning in 10 years after graduation from the school is $44,400. The average salary varies depending on the field of study where the Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse program shows the highest salary with $56,000 after graduating. Key academic stats for the school are listed in the next table.
| Graduation Rate » | 56% |
|---|---|
| Retention Rate | 63%(full-time) |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 8.33% (12 to 1) |
| Student Population » | 1,000 (766 undergraduate) |
| Average Financial Aid » | $23,667 |
| Average Earning After 10 years of graduation | $44,400 |
| Average Salary by Field of Study | $44,300 - $56,000 |
Special Learning Opportunities and On-Campus Student Services
Briar Cliff University offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers. The next table summarizes the special learning opportunities.
| Online Class | Undergraduate, Graduate |
|---|---|
| ROTC | Army |
| Weekend/Evening College | No |
| Teacher Certification | Yes |
| Study Abroad | Yes |
Briar Cliff provides several student services including remedial services, academic/career counseling services, employment services for students, Placement services for completers.
| Remedial services | Yes |
|---|---|
| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
| Employment services for students | Yes |
| Placement services for completers | Yes |
| On-campus day care for students' children | No |
| Library facilities at institution | Various Library Facilities Provided |
Campus Life
The following table illustrates the special characteristics of Briar Cliff. Briar Cliff University is religiously affiliated with Roman Catholic. It has dormitories (or campus-owned housing) and its capacity is 571. It also offers separate board/meal plans and the annual cost is $5,440.
| Religious Affiliation | Roman Catholic |
|---|---|
| Has Hospital | No |
| Offer Medical Degree | No |
| Board/Meal Plan | Yes |
| Dormitory Capacity | 571 |
Directory Information
| Address | 3303 Rebecca Street, Sioux City, IA 51104 |
|---|---|
| Phone | 712-279-5321 |
| WEB | School's Website |
| Admission | Admission Information |
| Online Application | Apply Online |
| Financial Aid | Deadlines and Applications |
| Net Price Calculator | Net Price Calculator |
| Disability Service | Disability Services |
| School Type | four-years, private (not-for-profit) |
| Carnegie Category | Doctoral / Research University |
| Highest Degree Offered | Doctor's degree - professional practice |
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