Briar Cliff University is a private, Catholic university located in Sioux City, Iowa. The university was founded in 1930 by the Sisters of Saint Francis of Dubuque, Iowa. Briar Cliff University offers undergraduate and graduate degree programs in a variety of fields, including business, education, nursing, social work, and more. The university is committed to providing students with a values-based education that emphasizes service, leadership, and social justice. Briar Cliff University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC).