College News

Rio Salado students, alumni and staff gathered together on Sep. 24 for a panel discussion for Student Parent Month. The panel talked about how they balanced their education with their personal and professional responsibilities. Find out more about how they all managed to juggle so much on our blog.

Save the date! Rio Salado College will be hosting a Career & Transfer Day in our conference center on Saturday, October 24. Learn about what resources are available to you for transferring and meet with employers, universities, and college staff to explore your options.

Are you an entrepreneur looking to take your small business to the next level? Apply for our Small Business Pitch for a chance to win grant-funded awards that can help you pay for business expenses! Find out more about this pitch event on our blog.

Rio Salado College has been selected as a 2026 Honor Roll institution in the Great Colleges to Work For® program. Find out more about what this distinction means and why Rio remains committed to being a supportive environment for our students AND staff on our blog.

RioConnect gives online students a virtual space to meet classmates, exchange advice, find study buddies and build a sense of community wherever they are.

See the world and learn in 2027! Rio Salado College's Study Abroad program will be going to Portugal in June 2027. Applications are open until November 18. Earn college credit while experiencing the rich culture, history, and cuisine of Portugal.

Need help paying for school? The Maricopa Community College Foundation's Spring 2025 General Scholarship Application is open until October 31. Find out what you need to get started on our blog.

Silvana Castro Aguilar is getting a head start on college through dual enrollment while making the most of her high school experience.

Looking to learn some new skills and beef up your resume? Rio Salado offers Fast Track programs that can be completed within six months or less. Find out more about Fast Tracks and why they're a growing trend in education on our blog.

Rio Salado College is helping shape the future of teacher preparation in Arizona by relaunching a statewide educator preparation organization while earning national recognition for the quality of its programs.

Rio Salado College recently announced the launch of a new strategic plan, outlining a bold vision for the college's future. Find out about Rio's commitment to Excellence in Education for a Better World on our blog.

Thinking about a future in finance? Save the date: Rio Salado will be co-hosting an Accounting and Finance Career Pathways on Sept. 17 at GateWay Community College's Washington campus. Connect with faculty and industry professionals and learn how to turn your interests into a rewarding career.