Rio Salado College Honors Your Achievements
The Honors Program offers a variety of scholarships to reward students who maintain a GPA at or above 3.25. Part-time, full-time, traditional, non-traditional, dual enrollment, and dental students are all welcome to apply!
Presidents' Honors Scholarship
For incoming high school grads with a 3.25 GPA
Honors Achievement Award Scholarship
Up to $500 each semester for returning students with a 3.25 GPA or higher
Chancellor's Scholarship
One scholarship awarded annually that covers tuition and fees for one full year, up to 18 credits per semester, to a Honors Achievement Award student.
Foundation Scholarship
Qualifying applicants must also qualify for the Honors Achievement Award and be enrolled at least 6 credit hours per semester for the upcoming academic year.
Study Abroad Scholarship
Step beyond the classroom and into the vibrant culture of Portugal. Scholarship only available to honors students.
Honors Program at a Glance
Get Started Today!
- Honors Fall enrollment is from May 1 - October 25.
- Honors Spring enrollment is from November 1 - March 15.
- Rio has 16-semester start dates per fall and spring term.
- There are still funds available!
To get started, visit the Honors Scholarships page to see a list of available scholarships, eligibility requirements, and application information.
Honors Program at a Glance
- Cash scholarships and awards
- Honors credit that is reflected on your college transcript
- Co-curricular opportunities
- Free tickets to the Musical Instrument Museum and the Phoenix Symphony
- Help in applying for additional scholarships
- Access to Honors Forum Lectures and workshops
- Honors Projects designed to expand your critical thinking, writing, and language skills
- Class sections available only to Honors students
- Your first course must be taken at Rio Salado College
- You must have completed 12 credit hours at Rio
- You must have a cumulative GPA of 3.25
Contact the Honors Program
Location: Rio Salado Tempe, 2nd Floor, Hohokam Building, Room #2013
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (480) 517-8521