Briar Cliff University's Value

Is Briar Cliff Worth the Price?

Will you be over or underpaying for your education? Find the value of an education from Briar Cliff University below.

Within Iowa, Briar Cliff University is Considered a Poor Quality College at a Very Expensive Price.

Briar Cliff University's overall average net price combined with a poor quality education, results in a poor value for the money when compared to other colleges and universities in Iowa. This lands Briar Cliff University in the #24 slot on our ranking of Best Colleges for the Money in Iowa.

Nationally, Overpriced School for a Below Average Education

Briar Cliff University's educational quality places it below average on our nationwide Overall Best Colleges ranking. However, when compared to other colleges and universities that deliver the same caliber of education, the net price to attend Briar Cliff is higher than it should be. This has earned it a very low #997 ranking on the Best Colleges for the Money list. While this school earns below average marks for quality, its pricing is more in-line with an above average school.

The following graphic shows how the cost of obtaining a degree at Briar Cliff University compares to other similar quality colleges nationwide.

Underpriced	Best
	Good	$85,501 - University of Minnesota - Crookston $96,001 - Northern State University $96,562 - Life Pacific College $98,471 - Lincoln University of Pennsylvania
Average	Fair	$105,083 - University of Southern Mississippi $106,783 - Hannibal - Lagrange College $107,460 - Fort Hays State University
	Low	$118,454 - Briar Cliff University $120,145 - Montana State University - Billings
Overpriced	Poor	$127,650 - University of Southern Maine $128,965 - The University of Texas at El Paso

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Bottom Line: You'll Spend About $118,454 for That Piece of Paper

On average, a bachelor's degree at Briar Cliff University will cost you about $118,454. This is based on an average price (with and without aid) of $28,280 per year and an average of 4.2 years to graduate.

	Amount
Average Yearly Cost	$28,280
Average Years to Graduate	4.2
Estimated Average Total Cost of Degree	$118,454

Many Factors Affect Net Price.

How does the location of this school affect cost? You can save money by going to a school in-state, living at home or living off-campus with a roommate. Please see the net price page for additional factors, such as your family's income, that can influence the price you will pay for college.

Does this School Make Financial Sense to You?

The overall price of a college may vary greatly depending on your individual circumstances, thus affecting its value. Most students will not pay the full sticker price and few students fit perfectly into 'averages'. To get a sense of how value for your educational dollar might vary based on individual circumstances, look at the table below to determine your likely cost of a bachelor's degree at Briar Cliff University. Now compare this value metric for each college you are interested in.

Nationwide Value by Aid Group	Avg Total Degree Cost	Affordability Rank	Value Grade
Students Receiving no Aid	$175,925	827	F
All Students (With and Without Aid)	$118,454	604	D-
Only Students Receiving Aid	$99,297	418	C-

In-State Value by Aid Group	Avg Total Degree Cost	Affordability Rank	Value Grade
Students Receiving no Aid	$175,925	14	F
All Students (With and Without Aid)	$118,454	18	F+
Only Students Receiving Aid	$99,297	9	D-

Note: the Value Grade for in-state students is calculated by looking only at other schools in the state of Iowa.

What is Value?

We calculate value by calculating average total cost (net price multiplied by time to graduation) and then compare that number to other schools of similar quality ranking. If the school is priced fairly based on the educational quality it receives a fair ranking. If it is underpriced it receives a good or excellent value.

Read the full methodology article for more.

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Briar Cliff University's Value

Is Briar Cliff Worth the Price?

Within Iowa, Briar Cliff University is Considered a Poor Quality College at a Very Expensive Price.

Nationally, Overpriced School for a Below Average Education

Bottom Line: You'll Spend About $118,454 for That Piece of Paper

Does this School Make Financial Sense to You?

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