The Rio Advantage is a series of student-focused benefits that set Rio apart from the competition when it comes to the teaching and learning environment.
Online Classes
Rio offers over 500 online classes from general education to specific program classes. Get started today on your certificate, degree or that one class you've been looking for.
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8-week class option
Rio Salado's online classes now give you the option to be 8-weeks in length, so you can take more classes in a shorter period of time. You can choose the "8-week class option" within the first 7 days of your course start date. The RioLearn system will automatically create an 8-week calendar for you and adjust your assignments, quizzes and examinations accordingly.
48 start dates a year
Enjoy the flexibility of taking the classes you want, when you want.
Online Student Support
Academic advising, career counseling, registration, tutoring and much more all online for your convenience.
Student Services
24/7 Helpdesk
Get your questions answered 24 hours a day, seven days a week at Rio's helpdesk. You can email, chat and even call a support person right from your computer.
Helpdesk
Affordable Tuition
Among the most affordable tuition available in Arizona. Enroll today and save with affordable $76/credit tuition.*
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*Tuition and fees are subject to change.
First-rate Faculty
Our instructors are highly skilled and experienced professionals in their subject areas, and our online format enhances the teacher/student communication.
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University Transfer
Rio has partnered with several colleges and universities across the nation to offer you easy ways to complete your bachelor's degree. To put it simply: your credits WILL transfer! Verification with an academic advisor is recommended.
University Partnerships
NAU Connection
Fully-accredited
Rio is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association.
Accreditation
Partnerships
We partner with corporations, government agencies and associations to provide quality education and the highest customized workforce.
Partnerships