Briar Cliff University Extended Campus

Briar Cliff University Extended Campus brings accelerated degree programs to your doorstep. At Briar Cliff University our commitment to your future success drives the educational opportunities we offer. The Briar Cliff Extended Campus Program brings the benefits of a quality liberal arts education to your hometown, making your bachelor's degree a reality. We allow you to complete your degree on a schedule that is convenient for you and you'll be able to apply what you have learned in class to your career immediately.

Our students experience a strong academic program with dedicated faculty and individualized attention. Your Briar Cliff education will be based on a strong liberal arts foundation with emphasis in communication, critical thinking and problem solving skills today's employers demand. The flexibility of our program makes it an ideal learning environment.

Course Schedules
As a leader in adult education, Briar Cliff University recognizes your busy lifestyle. Enroll anytime and take classes as they fit into your busy schedule. You can accumulate hours rapidly due to our non-traditional format. You can complete your degree in a time frame that meets your needs.

Areas of Study
Accounting
If you're majoring in accounting, your career choices are many - certified public accountant, auditor, bank officer, budget examiner, research analyst, stockbroker, credit investigator, educator or government employee. These are just a few of the careers in which you can find successful Briar Cliff accounting graduates.

The accounting curriculum at Briar Cliff gives you the tools you need to assume many accounting positions. Your advisor will help you create a program of study, which blends required courses and electives to fulfill your personal and career goals. The accounting major is designed to prepare students for careers as professional accountants in public, private, governmental and not-for-profit organizations. The program builds on a foundation of liberal arts courses and provides the educational background to become a C.P.A. or to attain other appropriate professional certification.

Business Administration
The Business Administration major provides the necessary instruction in functional areas such as marketing, management information systems, human resource management, finance and accounting. This discipline will build a solid foundation for a Master's Degree of Business Administration.

Human Resource Management
A degree in Human Resource Management will provide you with valuable skills for a number of different disciplines. Because your education is skills-based, you will have flexibility in working in various areas of human resource management. Hands-on experience through internships will enhance your skills and provide you with invaluable resources.

The human resource management program is intended for two types of management-oriented students: those choosing to work in HRM and/or those interested in a supervisory or management position. The major also offers specialized study in business, psychology, and communications to keep you updated in the field.

Elementary Education (Algona Center Only)
A degree in elementary education will allow you to focus on a strong liberal arts program in addition to your professional education courses. You will learn both theories and methods of education through classroom and on-site experiences.

Briar Cliff University Extended Campus offers an elementary education major with endorsements in reading and/or special education. The teacher education program complies with and is accredited by the State of Iowa Department of Education.

Financial Assistance Programs
Your education is affordable at Briar Cliff University. Our Financial Assistance Team works with you to make your quality education an affordable and important investment in your future.

Iowa Tuition Grant - $4,000
Must be a resident of Iowa, and file FAFSA before July 1.

Stafford Student Loan - $2,625 - 5,500
File FAFSA and Stafford Student Loan Application

Pell Grant - Up to $4,050
File FAFSA

Eligibility for financial assistance is determined by the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The information you provide on this form is calculated in a standard formula which determines your eligibility for financial aid. We recommend that you file the FAFSA form as soon after January 1 as possible. You will then receive student aid reports (SARs), from which our financial assistance officers will calculate any grants or loans for which you are eligible. To learn more about filing a FAFSA form, or to receive more information about financial aid, call 1-800-662-3303 extension 5239.

Transfer Students
Briar Cliff is committed to facilitating transfer students' success. Some of the services we provide:

To learn more if your college or community college credits will transfer to Briar Cliff, simply forward a copy of your official transcript(s) and request an evaluation. We'll call you to schedule a time when we can discuss your enrollment.

Dual Enrollment
Many of our students take advantage of dual enrollment at Briar Cliff and a community college. This option offers the benefit of dual advising, which helps you plan your schedule, ensure transferable credit and a seamless educational experience. Visit with our extended campus director for details on this beneficial enrollment option.

Locations
Courses are offered on the campuses of Iowa Lakes Community College in Algona and Estherville and Northwest Iowa Community College in Sheldon.

Contact Information
Please contact us if we can answer questions or assist you in any way. We're here to help!

Rose Molacek
PO Box 296
Algona, Iowa 50511
515-295-9455 extension 728
1-800-798-6191
rose.molacek@briarcliff.edu