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H I S T O R Y

The Beginning In 1929, only briar patches covered a 175-foot hill located on the western outskirts of Sioux City, Iowa. But two people — Mother Mary Dominica Wieneke, Major Superior of the Sisters of Saint Francis of Dubuque, Iowa, and the Most Reverend Edmond Heelan, Bishop of the Sioux City Diocese — had a vision. They envisioned that hill crowned with aCatholic college for women.

Mother Dominica and Bishop Heelan met on March 9, 1929, with leaders of the Sioux City community who committed themselves to raising $25,000 to support the establishment of a college. On March 30, 1930, at the laying of the cornerstone for the first building, Heelan Hall, Bishop Heelan commented that,

“the duty of education must not only prepare one for citizenship but also prepare one for eternity.”

This was truly the spirit of education the Sisters of Saint Francis brought to Sioux City.

The 12 foundresses of the College were carefully chosen by Mother Dominica. They were led by Sister Mary Servatius Greenen, who was named the first president.

The College was dedicated on September 18, 1930, and named Briar Cliff after the hill on which it is located. Four days later, 25 women started classes in Heelan Hall, then the only building on campus.

Briar Cliff Univesity is a four-year, private liberal arts university located in Sioux City, Iowa. The Sisters of Saint Francis of Dubuque, Iowa founded the college in 1930.

The college’s board of trustees is seeking to appoint the next president of the university and invites inquiries and applications from potential candidates.

The new president will succeed Briar Cliff University’s 10th president.

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the college

A Shift in Focus In 1937, Briar Cliff’s two-year education program was expanded to four years. The subsequent years saw rapid growth in the student population and the campus. In 1965, 55 men were admitted to the College; Briar Cliff formally became a coeducational college in 1966 with the admission of 150 full-time male students. In addition to its liberal arts and sciences curriculum, the College added professional programs to serve the needs of its students.

The innovative “Weekend College” program started in the fall of 1979 and became the basis for the University’s successful adult degree completion programs. In 1980, Briar Cliff added a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program, soon recognized as one of the region’s strongest. Master’s programs were implemented in the summer of 2001, and the college officially became a University on June 1, 2001. The first online courses were offered to students in 2006 as part of the degree completion program. The University’s first doctoral degree, a Doctorate of Nurse Practitioner (DNP) program, was introduced in 2013. In July 2015, the University welcomed the first cohort of students into its new Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program.*

Transforming CampusOver the years, Briar Cliff adjusted to growth in students and academic programs by expanding its physical campus. A four-story wing was added to Heelan Hall in 1948, and the Bishop Mueller Library and Chapel of Our Lady of Grace were built in 1959.

The sixties brought even more change, especially with regard to residential living on campus when Alverno, Toller and Noonan Halls were completed. A new gymnasium, the Newman Flanagan Center, was constructed in 1982. In 1988, the Baxter-DiGiovanni Living & Learning Center became the first apartment-style living quarters on campus. The Stark Student Center opened in the fall of 2000. The McCoy Arnold Center, an athletic training and fitness facility, opened in 2004, and facilities for student-athletes were further enhanced in 2012 with the acquisition of the Charger Dome indoor practice facility in South Sioux City, Nebraska.

Renovation of the University’s main academic building, Heelan Hall, was completed in 2013. It included the addition of an 8,340-foot atrium, state-of-the art nursing, chemistry and biology laboratories

and an integrated digital media lab. In 2015, Briar Cliff opened a secondary Sioux City campus, “Briar Cliff University at Mayfair,” to support further graduate degree programming. The new campus contains cutting edge health science laboratories and classroom space.

The Mission Briar Cliff has been served throughout its history by dedicated and talented faculty, staff, and administrators. The University’s history is one of patience, perseverance, and unyielding commitment. It is an institution with a rich Catholic, Franciscan heritage and a strong tradition of service to the community.

While the mission of bcu has not changed in more than 80 years, Briar Cliff continues to grow and expand,

always placing the needs of students first.

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“Here, I’m a name – not a number. Not only do you get to know your professors on a first-name basis, they get to know you. They care about you and your success.”

Jonathan Duff Carroll, Iowa | Journalism & Mass Communications

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*Effective April 29, 2015, the Doctor of Physical Therapy program at Briar Cliff University has been granted Candidate for Accreditation status by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (1111 North Fairfax Street, Alexandria, VA, 22314; phone: 703-706-3245; email: accreditation@apta.org). Candidate for Accreditation is a pre-accreditation status of affiliation with the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education that indicates that the program is progressing toward accreditation and may matriculate students in technical/professional courses. Candidate for Accreditation is not an accreditation status nor does it assure eventual accreditation.

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Surrounding Community A dynamic metropolitan area of 105,000-plus residents, Sioux City is located on the banks of the Missouri River where Iowa, Nebraska and South Dakota meet. Commonly referred to as Siouxland, the tri-state area offers big city choices with a small community feel. The community’s low crime rate, moderate cost of living and Midwestern hospitality put Siouxland in a category all by itself.

Avid theatre enthusiasts can enjoy touring Broadway productions at the beautiful Orpheum Theatre or spend an evening at one of the local theatre companies. For those seeking other entertainment options, the Sioux City Art Center and Sioux City Symphony are popular choices with fans both near and far.

Siouxland also offers a variety of museums and local points of interest including Adams Homestead and Nature Preserve, Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center, Sioux City Public Museum, LaunchPAD Children’s Museum, Milwaukee Railroad Shops and Museum, Flight 232 Memorial, Chief War Eagle Monument and MidAmerica Museum of Aviation and Transportation.

Music fans flock to Sioux City throughout the year to see performances by some of today’s biggest names in music at the

Tyson Events Center and Hard Rock Casino. Held in Grandview Park on Fourth of July weekend, Saturday in the Park offers spectators a full day of concerts for free.

Awesome Biker Nights, Rivercade, ArtSplash, Downtown LIVE and the Downtown for the Holidays parade round out a full calendar of unique Siouxland events.

Sioux City’s Historic Fourth Street and Pearl Street District offer a wide selection of authentic bars and restaurants. Those looking for something to do after dinner often take a walk along Sioux City’s Riverfront.

Siouxland is also home to multiple semi-professional sports teams, both public and private golf courses for those wishing to hit the links, a year-round indoor ice skating facility, Iowa’s first “boundless playground” for physically challenged children and hundreds of miles of hiking and biking trails through Stone Park and the Sioux City Prairie.

This is all in addition to the area’s highly respected business community, top-notch health care facilities, outstanding educational systems and more.

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From art connoisseur to sports enthusiast, Siouxland offers an eclectic mix of something for everyone.

College Names Briar Cliff College (1930–2001) Briar Cliff University (2001-present)

Founded bySisters of Saint Francis of Dubuque, IA (Catholic, Franciscan)

TypePrivate, Liberal Arts

Established1930

Race/Ethnicity35 percent minority students, including African-American, Hispanic, Asian and other (traditional undergraduates, fall 2017)

Gender54 percent male, 46 percent female (first-time, first-year freshmen, fall 2017)

DemographicsStudents representing 41 states and 16 foreign countries

LocationSioux City, IA, U.S.A.

CampusSuburban — 70 acres

Main CampusBriar Cliff University3303 Rebecca StreetSioux City, IA 51104(712) 279-5321Website: briarcliff.edu

Residence Life With four residence halls (Alverno, Baxter-DiGiovanni, Noonan and Toller), there is capacity for 562 residential students

Presidents• Sister Servatius Greenen (1930-43)• Sister Jean Marie Kann (1943-56)• Sister Matilda Adams (1956-62)• Sister Jordan Dahm (1962-72)• Dr. Kasper Marking (1972-77)• Dr. Charles Bensman (1977-86)• Sister Margaret Wick (1987-99)• Dr. Jack Calareso (1999-2001)• Beverly A. Wharton (2001-16)• Dr. Hamid A Shirvani (2016-17) Patroness Our Lady of Grace Franciscan SaintsSt. Francis of AssisiSt. Clare of Assisi

Accreditations • The Higher Learning Commission • Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education• Council on Social Work Education• State Department of Education of Iowa

Memberships • Iowa Association of Independent Colleges & Universities • National Association of Independent Colleges & Universities • Council of Independent Colleges• Iowa Association of Colleges for Teacher Education• Iowa College Foundation• Association of Catholic Colleges & Universities• Association of Franciscan Colleges & Universities• Association of Governing Boards

Athletics Memberships • Great Plains Athletics Conference (GPAC)• National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA)

Campus Facilities • Alverno Hall• Baxter-DiGiovanni Center• Bishop Mueller Field• Bishop Mueller Library• Briar Cliff Theatre• Chapel of Our Lady of Grace• Charger Practice Dome• Faber Field• Garneri Practice Fields• Heelan Hall• Mayfair Center (Department of Physical Therapy) • McCoy-Arnold Center• Memorial Field• Newman Flanagan Center• Noonan Hall• North Hall• Stark Student Center• Toller Hall

Outdoor spaces• Heffernan Mall• The Sisters of St. Francis Prayer and Reflection Garden• Peace Pole

NicknameChargers

MascotBolt (Horse)

ColorsBlue and gold

at a glanceBriar Cliff

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Campus Life Situated on a beautiful 70-acre hilltop overlooking Sioux City, Iowa, on one side and natural prairieland on the other, the Briar Cliff campus provides safety, scenery, and a strong sense of community. There is a genuine feeling of acceptance that will forever shape a student’s life.

Living on campus is key to the college experience. Briar Cliff’s residence halls feature comfortable rooms with high-speed wireless and cable tv.

The on-campus amenities are great, too. Students can grab a latte at Java City, catch a nap in the Roth Atrium, dominate some foosball in the Stark Student Center, work out in the Sharon and Larry Walsh Fitness Center and curb those late-night study cravings with a run to The Fire Pit. Or, if the weather is nice, they can enjoy the sand volleyball courts, an outdoor movie on Heffernan Mall, or the 18-hole disc golf course built around The Cliff.

Extracurricular Opportunities• Ambassadors• Art Club• Briar Cliff Book Club• Blue Crew• Briar Cliff Review• CAB (Campus Activities Board)• Catholic Daughters• Chamber Choir• Chargers for Life• C.H.O.I.C.E.S. (Choosing Healthy Options in College Enhances Self ) • Cliff News• Cliff Singers• College Democrats• College Republicans• Criminal Justice Club• Education Club• ENACTUS (Entrepreneurial Action in Us)• English and Writing Club

• Homecoming Committee• Jazz Ensemble• Knights of Columbus• Love Your Melon• Men of Color• Offstage Players• PALs (Peer Advising Leaders)• Pre-Professional Health Science Club• Psychology Club• RHA (Residence Hall Association)• Rock Climbing Club• Science Club• Student Government (BCSG)• Social Work Club• SOURCE (Students for Openness, Understanding, Respect, Compassion, and Equality)• Women of Color• Yoga Club

Intramurals• Basketball• Disc Golf• Dodgeball• Flag Football• Indoor Soccer• Kickball• Ping Pong• Pool• Sand Volleyball• Softball• Tennis• Ultimate Frisbee©• Volleyball

Grow In FaithAt Briar Cliff, Campus Ministry provides students opportunities to explore their faith and grow in their relationship with God and others through:

• Bible Studies• Catholic Daughters• Grief support• Knights of Columbus• Mass and special prayer services

• Mission trips• Outreach service ministries• Peace and justice advocacy• Prayer Groups• Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults• Retreats (Antioch, Busy Person, Confirmation)• Vocational discernment

Serve Without BoundariesBriar Cliff students make a difference in the Siouxland community and beyond:

• American Red Cross• Boys Club & Girls Inc.• Blood Drives• Camp High Hopes• Christmas Party for Individuals with Disabilities• Courage League Sports• Dorothy Pecaut Nature Center• Food Drives• Gigi’s Playhouse• Habitat for Humanity• Holy Spirit Retirement Home• June E Nylen Cancer Center• LaunchPAD Children’s Museum• Mary Elizabeth Day Care Center• Mentoring Programs• Mia’s Miracle Blanket Delivery• Mid-Step Services• Mission Honduras• Noah’s Hope• Opportunities Unlimited• Recycling• Ron McDonald House• Salvation Army• Sanford Center• Senior Citizens’ Day Out• Sioux City Animal Adoption and Rescue Center• Sioux City Public Library• Siouxland Center for Active Generations• Siouxland Humane Society• Soup Kitchens• STARS

at a glanceCampus life

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at a glanceCampus life

career placements Arizona DiamondbacksAccounting FirmsALS AssociationBanks and Financial InstitutionsBeef Products, Inc.Catholic CharitiesCF IndustriesChicago White SoxChildren’s Hospitals and Medical CentersElementary and secondary schoolsFox Sports 1General MillsHarlem GlobetrottersJackson Recovery CenterKraft FoodsLaw firmsLinkedInMicrosoftMidAmerican EnergyMedical and Health CentersMedia OutletsMerrill LynchSadex CorporationSioux City Police DepartmentUnileverUnited WayWells Enterprises, Inc.3M

Graduate placements Boston UniversityBriar Cliff UniversityCleveland Chiropractic SchoolCreighton UniversityFrank Lloyd Wright School of ArchitectureGeorge Warren Brown School of Social WorkKansas City University of Medicine and BiosciencesNew Mexico Highlands UniversityMaryland Institute College of ArtRockhurst UniversityQueen Mary, University of LondonSouth Dakota State UniversityTexas Christian UniversityThomas Jefferson School of LawUniversity of IllinoisUniversity of IowaUniversity of KansasUniversity of NebraskaUniversity of San FranciscoUniversity of South DakotaUniversity of Texas

Today, thousands of BCU alumni are making a

difference — and their dreams a reality —

across the world.

“Briar Cliff University has provided

me with educational and leadership

development experiences that have

helped me become successful in the

healthcare industry. Briar Cliff’s liberal

arts structure allowed me to become

exposed and educated within a variety

of areas.

I have excelled in all areas of my job thanks to the tools I received from Briar Cliff.”

Julian LeeProcess Improvement ManagerSiouxland Community Health CenterBachelor of Arts Business AdministrationMaster of Arts in Management

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Graduate Employment Data

Gift Income and Sources*Alumni............................................................................ $312,970Faculty, Staff, Administration....................................$56,453Businesses, Parents, Individuals.........................$1,350,334Estates...............................................................................$82,931Iowa College Foundation...........................................$58,896Foundations..................................................................$351,390Trustees, Emeriti Trustees......................................$1,130,461Total............................................................$3,343,435

*Reflects cash only*2015 - 2016 Audited Financials

Philanthropic Information

Other .2%

Use of Funds

Scholarships 32.3%

Instruction & Academic

Support 27.7%

Student Services

19.4%

Auxiliary Enterprises 10.3%

Institutional Support 9.3%

source of Funds

Tuitionand Fees

71.5%

Auxiliary Enterprises

14.1%

Gifts & Pledges 10.5%

Grants & Contracts 3.7%

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Investment Losses 1.0%

franciscanvalues Mission

Briar Cliff University is a community committed to higher education within a liberal arts and Catholic perspective. In the Franciscan tradition of service, caring and openness to all, Briar Cliff emphasizes quality education for its students, combining a broad intellectual background with career development. The University challenges its members to grow in self-awareness and in their relationships to others and to God.

Values • Our Catholic Franciscan identity, enhanced by the presence and sponsorship of the Dubuque Franciscan Sisters and the support of the Diocese of Sioux City• Our challenging academic environment, which includes a liberal arts education, career preparation, academic integrity and academic freedom• Our focus on the student, which promotes academic success and extra/co-curricular experiences • Our culture of service to our constituents, to the Siouxland community and beyond• Our appreciation of diversity and our respect for each person• Our commitment to shared governance and collaborative decision-making• Our innovative response to change, which envisions a promising and confident future

F R A N C I S C A N C O R E V A L U E S

The four Franciscan values are:Building a Caring Community • We nurture healthy relationships• We value and respect the uniqueness of each person• We treat others with care, compassion and kindness• We are welcoming and open to all we meet

Peacemaking• We promote peace and non-violence, and work for justice• We encourage open dialogue• We accept and value differences• We resolve conflicts through respectful listening and negotiating

Reverencing Creation• We see all life as sacred and relate to all of creation with a sense of reverence• We honor the goodness of God’s presence in all of creation• We strive to live in harmony as sister and brother• We conserve and preserve our natural resources for future generations

Connecting With Joyful Service• We are open to gratefully receiving the gifts of others• We give as we have received and joyfully share our gifts with others, locally and globally• We recognize that every person can make a difference in another’s life• We seek to serve those most in need

“The mission trip to Saint Lucia made me realize why we’re even alive.

What’s the point? To help others.”

Abby BuckhouseDes Moines, IowaSocial Work

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Briar Cliff seeks an enthusiastic and visionary leader to serve as President.

The President will build on Briar Cliff University’s rich tradition of Catholic, Franciscan liberal arts education and boldly lead the university into the future.

The President serves as the Chief Executive Officer for Briar Cliff and has overall responsibility for the university. The President provides leadership and oversight for all aspects of the university, including academics, finance, planning, student affairs, enrollment, advancement, athletics, and other key areas. The vice presidents and athletic director report to the President. The President works closely with the Executive Cabinet to ensure that the strategic direction and policies of the university are aligned with its mission. The President reports to the Board of Trustees and works with the Board in establishing policies to guide the institution.

As the Chief Executive Officer, the President has principal responsibility for the planning, development, implementation, assessment, and improvement of all programs and policies. The President will play a decisive role in shaping and implementing the vision of the university, inspiring and supporting faculty, students, and the university community.

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• Demonstrates an appreciation for and an understanding of the Catholic Franciscan tradition and values of Briar Cliff University.

• Serves as the chief advocate and leader of the university’s mission.

• Communicates regularly and works closely with the Sisters of St. Francis and the university’s board of trustees.

• Serves, ex officio, as a voting member of the board of trustees.

• Serves as the official agent of contact between the board of trustees and the university.

• Serves as an ex officio chairperson of the executive team.

• Prepares and submits to the board of trustees an annual report on the conditions of the university, progress on the strategic plan and any recommendations as appropriate.

• Assesses, evaluates and transforms the college’s operations and practices to increase efficiency, sustain shared resources and thrive in the competitive higher education landscape.

• Expands the university’s resources, in particular through philanthropy, by serving in a prominent role of cultivating and soliciting donors as well as providing leadership for capital campaigns.

• Confirms that all policies established by the board are implemented fully and that all legal requirements are met.

• Develops a cohesive leadership cabinet.

• Oversees the administrative and academic development of the university in accordance with the stated objectives through the coordination and supervision of the cabinet of the university, management, faculty and student body.

• Leads efforts to enhance and implement the strategic plan to move the university forward and to further evolve the university’s academic reputation.

• Supervises development of all official documents of the university.

• Develops and supervises plans for campus and building improvements.

• Represents the university to its internal and external constituencies, to educational organizations, foundations and corporations, and to the general public, as well as legislative representatives and bodies as appropriate.

• Nurtures meaningful relationships with key alumni and benefactors, connecting them to the mission and programs of the university.

• Serves as a compelling spokesperson for Catholic, Franciscan education within the university and beyond.

• Works to grow and strengthen a diverse community and culture of inclusiveness.

• Understands the complexities of finances for private higher education institutions and ensures resources are allocated effectively.

Responsibilities of the President

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• Lives the values of the Catholic Franciscan university. • Has an unwavering commitment to Briar Cliff University’s mission, vision and values.

• Demonstrates a history of behavior and decision-making that supports these characteristics.

• Is a collaborative, transformative, authentic and transparent administrator and an inspirational leader.

• Understands the value of liberal arts education and the trends in higher education today.

• Is fiscally savvy.

• Builds effective relationships, internally and externally.

• Communicates effectively with the campus community and serves the Sisters of St. Francis and the board of trustees through regular verbal and written reports.

• Develops and reports on the evaluative metrics for key strategic and operational plans (e.g., enrollment, program excellence, financial sustainability, etc.) and ties them to expected and budgeted results.

• Empowers others and is a motivational administrator who builds consensus.

• Is strategic, dynamic and synergistic.

• Is a compassionate and genuine servant leader.

• Understands the importance of establishing and maintaining a positive and frequent presence on campus.

• Demonstrates an appreciation for the significance of athletics for overall image and success.

• Shows success in securing transformational gifts and leading comprehensive fundraising campaigns.

• Fosters excellence in teaching and scholarship.

• Ability to promote and sustain efforts to attract and retain qualified faculty, staff and student body.

• Has a high level of energy and a personality that easily engages with all Briar Cliff University constituencies.

• Values people as individuals and earns the respect of the Briar Cliff University and Siouxland communities.

Briar Cliff University is strongly committed to excellence, faith, leadership, and service.

Characteristics of the President

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• Respects and upholds the doctrine, values and teachings of the Catholic Church in the Franciscan tradition. A practicing Roman Catholic with a proven record of involvement in, and loyalty to, the Catholic Church and its teachings is preferred.

• Demonstrates a commitment to sustain the mission of Briar Cliff University as a faithfully Catholic, co-educational institution in the Franciscan tradition. • An earned doctorate or a terminal degree appropriate for college leadership.

• Senior-level academic and/or organizational leadership experience which demonstrates initiative, motivation and innovation/entrepreneurship.

• Understands higher education administration and academics.

• Executive administrative accomplishments encompassing resource development, fiscal planning and management, and strategic and long-range planning in academic or non- profit institutions.

• Strong intellectual, interpersonal and ethical qualities that inspire individual respect among internal and external constituents.

• Proven ability to properly communicate and foster supportive relationships with faculty, students, staff, trustees, alumni, donors and the community.

• Creative and visionary leader who understands classic and contemporary venues which support academic instruction and effective and efficient management of college resources.

• Proven success in relationship-building and fundraising at public, private, individual and corporate levels.

• High level of charisma, energy and vigor.

Qualifications of the President

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key indicators2017 - 2018

DegreesDoctor of Nursing PracticeDoctor of Physical Therapy *Master of Arts in ManagementMaster of Arts/Science in Kinesiology and Human PerformanceMaster of Health AdministrationMaster of Science in NursingBachelor of ArtsBachelor of ScienceBachelor of Science in NursingBachelor of Social Work

Academic ProgramsAccountingArtBehavior AnalysisBiochemistryBiologyBusiness AdministrationChemistryComputer ScienceCriminologyElementary EducationEnglishEnvironmental ScienceGraphic DesignHistoryJournalism & Mass CommunicationKinesiology & Human PerformanceMarketingMathematicsMedical Laboratory ScienceMusicNursingPsychologyRadiologic TechnologySecondary EducationSocial WorkSociologySpanishSpecial EducationSports ManagementTheologyWriting

Pre-ProfessionalChiropraticDentistryLawMedicineOccupational TherapyPharmacyPhysical TherapyVeterinary Medicine

Investment in Plant, less depreciation $20,102,926

Plant Replacement Insured Value $83,877,609

Cost of Operating Physical Plant $1,847,781

Endowment $12,990,796

Tuition $28,650

Student Enrollment Full-time Part-time Total

Total College 819 368 1187

Undergraduate 721 225 946

Graduate 98 143 241

Residential 416 - 416

International 36 - 36

Freshman Retention Rate 54.76%

Students Who Earn Scholarships 97%

Traditional Undergraduate Tuition Discount Rate 61%

Graduate Rate 4 year: 37% (2010 cohort) 6 year: 44%

Student/Faculty Ratio 12 to 1

Employees Full-time Part-time Total

Number of Faculty 66 33 99

Number of Staff 112 27 139

Alumni 9,247

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*Effective April 29, 2015, the Doctor of Physical Therapy program at Briar Cliff University has been granted Candidate for Accreditation status by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (1111 North Fairfax Street, Alexandria, VA, 22314; phone: 703-706-3245; email: accreditation@apta.org). Candidate for Accreditation is a pre-accreditation status of affiliation with the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education that indicates that the program is progressing toward accreditation and may matriculate students in technical/professional courses. Candidate for Accreditation is not an accreditation status nor does it assure eventual accreditation.

DegreesDoctor of Nursing PracticeDoctor of Physical Therapy *Master of Arts in ManagementMaster of Arts/Science in Kinesiology and Human PerformanceMaster of Health AdministrationMaster of Science in NursingBachelor of ArtsBachelor of ScienceBachelor of Science in NursingBachelor of Social Work

Academic ProgramsAccountingArtBehavior AnalysisBiochemistryBiologyBusiness AdministrationChemistryComputer ScienceCriminologyElementary EducationEnglishEnvironmental ScienceGraphic DesignHistoryJournalism & Mass CommunicationKinesiology & Human PerformanceMarketingMathematicsMedical Laboratory ScienceMusicNursingPsychologyRadiologic TechnologySecondary EducationSocial WorkSociologySpanishSpecial EducationSports ManagementTheologyWriting

Pre-ProfessionalChiropraticDentistryLawMedicineOccupational TherapyPharmacyPhysical TherapyVeterinary Medicine

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At Briar Cliff, we belong to the Great Plains Athletic Conference (GPAC), which is made up of 12 private schools from across Iowa, South Dakota and Nebraska, each one committed to balancing academics and athletics. The conference has produced more than 20 NAIA national championship teams and celebrates more than 500 NAIA scholar-athletes per year.

Briar Cliff is an NAIA Champions of Character institution. This means Chargers develop life-shaping qualities that stick with them long after competition has ended. Each BCU athletic team plans one service project every year, but most athletes end up having so much fun they do even more.

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Application Timeline Application deadline: October 20, 2017

Interviews with selected candidates: October 26 - November 6, 2017

On campus visits with finalists: November 27 - December 1, 2017

Decision and appointment by: December 15, 2017

Start date: January 2018

For More Information Contact: Beau Sudtelgte

Phone: (712) 279-1633

Email: Beau.Sudtelgte@briarcliff.edu

Links for more information Academic Programs

Athletics

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Fast Facts and Enrollment Data

Founder, Sisters of St. Francis

Institutional Organizational Chart

Local Community Information

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Application Process

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Inquiries and nominations should be directed to presidential.search@briarcliff.edu.

Application materials should be submitted via email to presidential.search@briarcliff.edu. Applications should include a letter of interest, Presidential Candidate Profile, a current résumé/curriculum vitae and contact information for five professional references. Submit application material in separate documents. Applications will be reviewed as they are received and should be submitted prior to October 20, 2017 to receive full consideration. All applications and nominations will be considered highly confidential. Briar Cliff University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.