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Briar Cliff University

Sioux City, IA · Private nonprofit · Bachelor's degrees · City

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About Briar Cliff University

Briar Cliff University is a small, private nonprofit institution in Sioux City, IA, in a city setting. It enrolls about 624 students. 48% of students complete their degree on time. Ten years after enrolling, graduates earn a median of $54,475. It has a Methodist affiliation.

Open

Acceptance

$23,907

Net price

624

Enrollment

48%

Grad rate

Report Card

C+

Academics

Graduation & retention rates

B-

Value

Earnings vs. cost of attendance

B-

Career Outcomes

Graduate earnings after 10 years

B

Affordability

Average net price after aid

N/A

Selectivity

How hard it is to get in

B

Diversity

Racial & ethnic balance of students

Grades are computed from official U.S. Department of Education metrics (graduation, cost, earnings, selectivity and student diversity).

Admissions

Open admissions

Acceptance rate

—

SAT average

—

ACT midpoint

This school has an open-admissions policy — most applicants are admitted.

Cost & Financial Aid

$23,907

Average net price

$36,956

In-state tuition

$36,956

Out-of-state tuition

$11,518

Room & board

$2,182

Books & supplies

$51,493

Total cost of attendance

53%

Students receiving Pell grants

48%

Students with federal loans

$23,250

Median student debt

Average net price by family income

$0–30K
$17,764
$30–48K
$14,604
$48–75K
$25,516
$75–110K
$30,156
$110K+
$27,328

Net price is the average annual cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students.

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After Graduation

$54,475

Median earnings (10 yrs)

$48,338

Median earnings (6 yrs)

48%

Graduation rate

64%

Retention rate

82%

Earn more than a HS grad

$10,458

Instructional spend / student

Student Body

624

Total enrollment

10%

Part-time

23

Avg. age at entry

36%

First-generation

Gender balance

46% women
54% men

Race & ethnicity

White
59%
Hispanic
15%
Black
7%
Two or more races
4%
American Indian / Alaska Native
1%
Asian
1%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0%

Briar Cliff University FAQ

Is Briar Cliff University a public or private school?

Briar Cliff University is a private nonprofit institution located in Sioux City, IA.

What is the acceptance rate at Briar Cliff University?

Briar Cliff University has an open-admissions policy, meaning most applicants who meet basic requirements are admitted.

How much does Briar Cliff University cost?

The average annual net price at Briar Cliff University is $23,907 — the typical cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students. Published tuition is $36,956.

What is the graduation rate at Briar Cliff University?

About 48% of students at Briar Cliff University complete their degree, according to federal completion data.

How much do Briar Cliff University graduates earn?

Ten years after enrolling, Briar Cliff University students earn a median of $54,475 per year.

How many students attend Briar Cliff University?

Briar Cliff University enrolls about 624 students.

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