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7th Ave. (480) 377-4050 619 N. 7th Ave.  Phoenix, AZ 85007
Ann Ott Adult Learning Center (480) 377-4300 1801 S. 12th St.  Phoenix, AZ 85034
Avondale (480) 377-4400 420 N. Central Ave.  Avondale, AZ 85323
East Valley (480) 377-4150 1455 S. Stapley Dr., Suite 15  Mesa, AZ 85204
Lifelong Learning Center (480) 377-4250 12535 Smokey Dr.  Surprise, AZ 85374
Luke Air Force Base (480) 377-4010 7383 N. Litchfield Rd.  Glendale, AZ 85309
Northern (480) 377-4200 1715 West Northern Ave.  Phoenix, AZ 85032
School of Dental Hygiene (480) 377-4100 1150 E. Washington St.  Phoenix, AZ 85034
Scottsdale Adult Learning Center (480) 941-5166 1170 N. 86th Way  Scottsdale, AZ 85257
Tempe (480) 517-8540 2323 W. 14th St.  Tempe, AZ 85281

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  • Monday, November 12 (Veterans Day Observed)
  • Thursday, November 22 (Thanksgiving Day)
  • Friday, November 23 (Thanksgiving Holiday Observed)
  • Monday, December 24 (Christmas Day observed)
  • Tuesday, December 25 (Christmas Day)
  • Monday, December 31 (New Years Eve Observed)

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Adult Basic Education 

Adults Achieving a College Education (ACE)

Rio Salado offers students who are enrolled in the Adult Basic Education Program the opportunity 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 and career preparation program is for adults, 16-years-of-age or older who are ready to commit to completing a degree, certificate, or workforce training program.

Program Advantages

  • Convenient locations around the Valley
  • Weekday evening classes twice a week or a weekday and Saturday morning class  
  • The opportunity to take up to two courses (6-8 credits) per semester
  • Accelerated 8-10 week blocks
  • The opportunity to earn up to 24 college credits in a year and a half
  • The ability to earn your GED at the same time
  • Personalized advisement and support
  • Scholarships which cover tuition, fees and (in most cases) books

Type of Classes

  • The Adult ACE Program is an accelerated developmental track for students who need to bring their academic skills in Math and English up to college level. The program of study includes a class in college success strategies and an introduction to online learning.

Adult ACE Services

  • Personalized academic advising
  • Career and personal counseling
  • Orientation to College
  • Tutoring
  • Assistance with financial aid, registration, and other college services

More Information

(480) 517-8090
adult.ace@riosalado.edu

Contact Us

ABE / GED / ELAA
480-517-8110 or
480-377-4050

GED Prep Online
480-517-8540

Adult ACE
480-517-8090

Transition Program
480-517-8090

Community Education
480-517-8116 or

 
Adult Basic Education