Earn Your Degree Online!
Our online classes, certificates and degrees make it possible to fit college into your life. You don't have to sacrifice work, family and your other commitments to earn your degree. With 48 start dates a year, our online classes fit into your schedule, wherever and whenever you want!
24/7 support – Online, all the time!
The helpdesk is open 24/7 for your convenience. Phone, email, chat - we've got you covered. You can register for classes, access your grades, receive technical and instructional support, communicate with your instructor, get tutoring and more!
Semester Blocks – allow you to start 48 times a year!
Forget about registration deadlines, and waiting until next semester. Rio Salado offers 48 start dates a year, so your life doesn't start and stop based on traditional semesters. Rio Salado's block calendar system will help you succeed in reaching your educational goals.
Affordable Tuition
Going to college doesn't have to mean going into debt. You make smart buying decisions every day – and college should be no different. Rio Salado's tuition rate for Maricopa County residents is $76/credit and $215/credit for Out-of-State online students -- allowing you an affordable, quality education.
Pioneer in Online Learning
Rio Salado College was established in 1978, and has offered online learning for more than 15 years. Students take online classes using RioLearn, our customized online learning management system .
The Rio Salado College Story
Watch a video on Rio Salado College and its focus on learning, innovating and partnering!
Accredited
Rio Salado College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. We have a national reputation in online learning with more than 45,000+ online students taking classes at Rio Salado College every year.