University Overview
Established in 1930, Briar Cliff University is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Sioux City (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Iowa. Officially accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, Briar Cliff University (BCU) is a very small-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 1,000-1,999 students) coeducational US higher education institution officially affiliated with the Christian-Catholic religion. Briar Cliff University (BCU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. BCU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aid and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.
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| Name | Briar Cliff University |
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| Acronym | BCU |
| Founded | 1930 |
| Motto | Mater Gratiae Caritas Mother of Grace, Love |
| Colours | Blue and gold |
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| Address | 3303 Rebecca Street Sioux City 51104 Iowa United States |
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(712) 279 5321 |
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(712) 279-1632 |
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