Block Calendar Basics
Overview
Rio Salado College’s academic calendar is divided into 16 blocks each term. Each block is 16 weeks long, and has a fixed start and end date.
When registering for classes at Rio Salado, you select a start date for your classes. Your start date will determine your block for that term, and all coursework for that term must be completed within your block's start and end date.
For example, in Spring Term 2011, Block 1 begins Jan. 10th and ends on April. 30th. All of your spring classes must be completed within that timeframe. A 16-week class will take up the entire block and must begin on the block start date. For classes less than 16 weeks long, you can choose from several available start dates. See the example chart below.
Example - Available Class Start Dates
