Adults Achieving a College Education (ACE)
Rio Salado offers at-risk, financially disadvantaged and/or first generation college students the ability to complete their GED and make a smooth transition to higher education through the Adult ACE (Achieving a College Education) program. This scholarship-based college preparation program is for adults, 16-years-of-age or older, and is a service of the ABE Transition Program.
Rio Salado focuses on providing Adult Basic Education, continuing education and lifelong learning opportunities to the communities we serve. Through the Adult ACE program, our goal is to encourage ambitious people like you to work towards an associate degree and beyond. This 18-month program will provide the aptitude, confidence and educational foundation you need to become a college graduate.
Program Advantages
- Convenient locations around the Valley
- Friday and Saturday morning or weekday evening classes
- Students take up to two courses per semester
- Gain up to 24 college credits
- Earn your GED at the same time
- Be a part of a cohort/student peer group
- Receive personalized attention and support
- Tuition, fees and books are covered by the program
Type of Classes
- First semester/term - College and Career Preparation class and college student enrichment activities
- All remaining semesters - a combination of communication, English, GED preparation, mathematics and reading classes
Adult ACE Services
- Academic advising
- Career counseling
- College preparation
- Financial aid/scholarship assistance
- Mentoring
- Tutoring
More Information
José R. Herrera
Adult ACE Coordinator
(480) 377-4064
-or-
Jan Brandon
Administrative Secretary
(480)377-4061
Contact Us
ABE / GED / ELLA
(480) 517-8110 or
(480) 377-4050
GED Prep Online
(480) 377-4062
email
Adult ACE
(480) 377-4054 or
(480) 377-4064
Transition Program
(480) 377-4064
Community Education
(480) 517-8116 or
(480) 517-8417
