All ArmyIgnitED students must enroll no later than August 19th, to request Tuition Assistance for classes starting August 22 to Oct 10, 2022. No TA can be submitted during the transition of ArmyIgnited, nor is TA guaranteed. Payment plans will be required.
Military Advisement
Military and Veteran Academic Advisement supports all military service members, spouses, dependents, and veteran students by:
- Advising students on Rio Salado programs, policies and procedures
- Evaluating all unofficial transcripts & official military transcripts
- Creating check sheet/education plan in Rio Compass
- Creating student agreement forms for active duty students and spouses using DOD Tuition Assistance & MyCAA (Military Spouse Scholarship)
- Coordinating with Veteran Services to assist students with VA enrollment certification requirements
Email: military.advisor@riosalado.edu
Call: 480-517-8590
Veterans Services
The Rio Salado Veterans Services department is committed to assist students with navigating the required steps to utilize their VA education benefits towards an eligible program of study.
- Advise students on MCCCD and Rio Salado policies and procedures required for enrollment
- Educate students on how to effectively use their VA education benefits and manage/resolve payment coverage for courses
- Certify enrollments to the VA for eligible VA education benefits
- Provide campus & community resources to students in need of assistance with advising, tutoring, testing, counseling, and other life challenges outside of school
Email: va@riosalado.edu
Call: 480-517-8153
Military and Veteran Services Steps
We offer step-by-step assistance for military and veteran students through the admissions process.