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Admissions

  • Arizona Out-of-County Residence Affidavit (PDF)

    Maricopa Community Colleges and other established districts in the state may admit students from any area of this state that is not a part of an established community college district on the same conditions as residents.

    Click for submission instructions.

    Purpose

    Used by students from Greenlee and Apache counties to apply for the Maricopa County tuition rate.

    Form Requirements

    Students must reside in the Arizona counties of Greenlee and Apache.

    Processing Time

    1-2 business days if the student is registered. If the student is not registered, processing is put on hold and the account is monitored for registration.

    Submission

    PDF Download

    Download and complete the form, then submit:

    In Person or by Mail

    Rio Salado College - Student Business Services 
    2323 W. 14th Street 
    Tempe AZ 85281

    Fax: 480-377-4704 (contact Student Business Services to confirm receipt.)

    Email: dl-rio-cashier@riosalado.edu

    Questions

    Phone: (480) 517-8330 
    Email: dl-rio-cashier@riosalado.edu

  • Declaration of No Degree Form (PDF)

    This document is used when, in the Admissions Application, students accidentally select they currently have a degree and would like their record to show they do not have a previous degree. Please note: this document must be notarized, and previous transcripts may be required to verify information.

    Click for submission instructions.

    Purpose

    If a student mistakenly indicated they previously obtained a college degree during the admissions process, this form can be used to correct it.

    Form Requirements

    Admitted to Rio Salado College

    Processing Time

    · January and August - up to five business days 
    · In all other months - up to three business days

    Submission

    Document Download

    Download and complete the form. Form must be notarized by public notary.

    Fax: (480) 377-4658

     

    In Person or by Mail

    Rio Salado College - Records 
    Admissions and Records 
    2323 W. 14th Street 
    Tempe AZ 85281

    Questions

    Phone: (480) 517-8540

  • ID Authentication and Lawful Presence

    All MCCCD students are required to provide a valid photo ID to enroll into courses. Those living in Arizona must provide proof of lawful presence in the United States for tuition purposes (eligibility of in-state tuition). Lawful presence is established by completing a Student Declaration Form and submitting appropriate documentation. All students who will be disbursed financial aid or request a refund of tuition will be required to validate identification through this same process.

    Click for submission instructions.

    Purpose

    This form is used by students to provide documentation for three purposes:

    1. To verify identification and lawful presence for new students

    2. For new AZ residents to provide proof of lawful presence in the U.S. for tuition purposes

    3. For out-of-state students to provide proof of lawful presence in the U.S. to fulfill scholarship requirements

    Form Requirements

    Admitted to Rio Salado College

    · Scanned or legible photocopy of documentation to prove lawful presence and/or identity*.

    Recommend Documents 
    - Current valid AZ Drivers License or ID Card** 
    - US Passport or Passport Card 
    - Any current, valid, government issued photo ID. 
    - For a complete list of acceptable documents click here.

    Processing Time

    · January and August - up to five business days 
    · In all other months - up to three business days

    Request

    Online - eForm

    Students log in with their MEID and password

    In Person or by Mail

    Rio Salado College - Records 
    Admissions and Records 
    2323 W. 14th Street 
    Tempe AZ 85281

    Questions

    Phone: (480) 517-8540

    *Your form may be rejected if the image does not meet requirements. We have the right to refuse any document or ask for additional documentation.

    **Temporary IDs (paper copy) issued by the Arizona Motor Vehicle Division are acceptable for HB2008, Prop 300, ID authentication, and residency.

     

  • MCCCD Domicile Affidavit - Independent Student

    In order for a student to be classified as an in-state student for tuition purposes, they must be residing in Arizona for a full 365 days prior to the start of the current term. Residency must be determined within the refund deadline of the first course of the current semester. Domicile Affidavits received after the refund deadline will be reviewed and processed for upcoming semesters. Some visa types are not eligible for in-state residency and student’s status must be determined prior to the start of the semester. Ownership of property or payment of taxes within a state is not necessarily the sole basis for determining residency. There are three forms to choose from:

    Click for submission instructions.

    Purpose

    This form is used by the student to request classification as an in-state student for tuition purposes

    Form Requirements

    · Admitted to Rio Salado College

    · Students must demonstrate at least one year of financial independence.

    · Students must obtain two or more of the following documents to validate physical presence in the state of Arizona for 12 consecutive months before the semester in which the student wishes to obtain residency.

    - Arizona income tax return 
    - Arizona motor vehicle registration 
    - Arizona voter registration 
    - Change of permanent residency on all pertinent records 
    - Current employment history in Arizona 
    - Dependency as indicated on a federal income tax return 
    - Notarized statement of landlord and/or employer 
    - Ownership of real property* 
    - Place of recent graduation from high school 
    - Source of financial support in Arizona 
    - Transfer of major banking services to Arizona

    · Access the form below for more details and exceptions to the 12 month rule.

    Processing Time

    · January and August - up to seven business days 
    · In all other months - up to five business days

    Request

    Online - eForm

    Students log in with their MEID and password

    Questions

    Phone: (480) 517-8540

    *Ownership of property or payment of taxes within a state is not necessarily the sole basis for determining residency. NOTE: Some visa types are not eligible for in-state residency and student’s status must be determined prior to the start of the semester. Residency must be determined within the refund deadline of the first course of the current semester. Domicile Affidavits received after the refund deadline will be reviewed and processed for upcoming semesters.

  • MCCCD Domicile Affidavit - Dependent Student (dependents of parent or spouse)

    A one-year residency requirement is enforced in order for a student to be classified as an in-state student for tuition purposes.

    Click for submission instructions.

    Purpose

    This form is used by the student and their parent, legal guardian or spouse when the student wishes to be classified as an in-state student for tuition purposes based on the parent, legal guardian, or spouse's residency status.

    Form Requirements

    · Already admitted to Rio Salado College

    · Students have been claimed as a dependent by a parent, legal guardian, or spouse.

    · If claimed by a parent or legal guardian, the student must be under 26 years old. There are no age limits for spousal dependents.

    · Proof of Dependency as indicated on a federal income tax return AND

    · Parent/Legal Guardian/Spouse must obtain two or more of the following documents to validate physical presence in the state of Arizona for 12 consecutive months before the semester in which the student wishes to obtain residency.

    - Arizona income tax return 
    - Arizona motor vehicle registration 
    - Arizona voter registration 
    - Current employment history in Arizona 
    - Current graduation from an Arizona high school 
    - Change of permanent residency on all pertinent records 
    - Notarized statement of landlord and/or employer 
    - Ownership of real property* 
    - Source of financial support in Arizona 
    - Transfer of major banking services to Arizona

    · Access the form below for more details and exceptions to the 12 month rule.

    Processing Time

    · January and August - up to seven business days 
    · In all other months - up to five business days

    Request

    Online - eForm 
    ***Students log in with their MEID and password and complete the form with their parent/legal guardian or spouse.***

    Questions

    Phone: (480) 517-8540

    *Ownership of property or payment of taxes within a state is not necessarily the sole basis for determining residency. NOTE: Some visa types are not eligible for in-state residency and student’s status must be determined prior to the start of the semester. Residency must be determined within the refund deadline of the first course of the current semester. Domicile Affidavits received after the refund deadline will be reviewed and processed for upcoming semesters.

  • MCCCD Domicile Affidavit - Veteran Student

    Click for submission instructions.

    Purpose

    To aid in the determination of residency for tuition purposes for student veterans and veteran dependent students using VA educational benefits only. All other students, including those serving on active duty, should submit the Domicile Affidavit for Independent or Dependent students found here.

    Form Requirements

    For proper residency classification, student veterans need to: 
    1. Complete the Domicile Affidavit. 
    2. Provide proof that you are a student veteran and/or a student using VA educational Benefits. 
    3. Provide proof that you that intend to be a resident of Arizona (if applying for the in-state tuition rate)

    A combination of the following may be used as evidence of intent to be a resident of Arizona: 
    - Employment history in Arizona 
    - Transfer of major banking services to Arizona 
    - Arizona motor vehicle registration 
    - Arizona voter registration 
    - Arizona driver license 
    - Change of permanent address on all pertinent records 
    - Other material of whatever kind or source relevant to domicile or residency status

    Processing Time

    · January and August - up to seven business days 
    · In all other months - up to five business days

    Request

    Online - eForm

    Students log in with their MEID and password

    Questions

    Phone: (480) 517-8540

    *Ownership of property or payment of taxes within a state is not necessarily the sole basis for determining residency. NOTE: Some visa types are not eligible for in-state residency and student’s status must be determined prior to the start of the semester. Residency must be determined within the refund deadline of the first course of the current semester. Domicile Affidavits received after the refund deadline will be reviewed and processed for upcoming semesters.

  • Student Declaration Form (PDF)

    A form for students to verify their lawful presence in the US for tuition, financial aid and scholarship purposes.

    Click for submission instructions.

    Purpose

    This form is used by students to verify their lawful presence in the US for tuition, financial aid and scholarship purposes.

    Form Requirements

    · Admitted to Rio Salado College 
    · Documentation to support lawful presence. Click here for a list of acceptable documents.

    Processing Time

    · January and August - up to five business days 
    · In all other months - up to three business days

    Request

    PDF Download

    Download and complete the form, then submit:

    In Person or by Mail

    Rio Salado College - Records 
    Admissions and Records 
    2323 W. 14th Street 
    Tempe AZ 85281

    Questions

    Phone: (480) 517-8540

  • Student Information Form (PDF)

    Want to become a student? Fill out this form. No application fees.

    Click for submission instructions.

    Purpose

    Apply for admissions to Rio Salado College for Educational Services Partnerships and students taking classes at locations.

    Form Requirements

    · For legal name changes or corrections, you will need a color copy of a valid Driver’s License, Divorce Degree, or Marriage Certificate with your new name.

    · For Social Security Number (SSN) corrections you will need a scanned color copy or your Social Security Card.

    Processing Time

    · January and August - up to five business days 
    · In all other months - up to three business days

    Request

    Online - Self Service

    PDF Download

    Download and complete the form, then submit:

    In Person or by Mail

    Rio Salado College - Admissions 
    Admissions and Records 
    2323 W. 14th Street 
    Tempe AZ 85281

    Questions

    Phone: (480) 517-8540

  • Teacher Waiver (PDF)

    An individual may be eligible for an exemption of non-resident tuition for approved courses if such a person is an employee of a school district in AZ and is under contract to teach on a full-time basis or employed as a full-time, non-certified classroom aide at a school within that school district.

    Click for submission instructions.

    Purpose

    Teachers and classroom aides seeking in-state classification for courses required by the State Board of Education to teach in a school district in Arizona.

    Form Requirements

    1. Provide verification of full-time employment as a teacher or non-certified classroom aide in an Arizona school district.

    2. Provide evidence of intent to be a resident of Arizona by the absence of ties to the former state of residence (i.e., Arizona Driver’s License, Arizona Vehicle Registration, etc.). In establishing domicile, an alien must not hold a visa that prohibits establishing domicile in this state.

    3. Officially declare with the Office of Admissions and Records a program of study that leads to 1) a degree in elementary or secondary education or 2) teacher certificate recognized by the Arizona Department of Education.

    4. Submit documentation regarding 1) coursework required by the Arizona Department of Education or 2) coursework required for a degree in elementary or secondary education as signed by an Academic Advisor. Under ARS §15-1802, only “courses necessary to complete the requirements for certification by the State Board of Education to teach in a school district in this state” qualify for in-state tuition.

    5. Re-apply and prove eligibility for an exemption of non-resident tuition under this exception each semester until which time a petition is approved for reclassification to resident status as per ARS §15-1802.

    Processing Time

    · January and August - up to five business days 
    · In all other months - up to three business days

    Request

    PDF Download

    Download and complete the form, then submit:

    Online - eForm

    Students log in with their MEID and password

    Questions

    Phone: (480) 517-8540

  • Western Undergraduate Exchange Program (150% of Arizona in-state tuition)

    Students who are residents of a WUE state (Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Hawaii, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, North Dakota, Oregon, South Dakota, Utah, Washington, Wyoming and the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands) are eligible to apply. Rio Salado students residing outside of Arizona must be declared in an associate's degree program and enrolled in six (6) credit hours to qualify.

    Click for submission instructions.

    Purpose

    This form is used by students who currently reside in a WUE designated state for educational purposes and would like to request the WUE tuition rate.

    Form Requirements

    · Student must reside in one of the following states:

    Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Guam, Hawaii, Idaho, Montana, Nevada New Mexico, North Dakota, Oregon South Dakota, Utah, Washington Wyoming, Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands

    · Students who live outside of Arizona must be enrolled in an associate’s degree program with Rio Salado in order to qualify for WUE rates.

    · Those living in Arizona may be supplemental students.

    · Clear color copy of your driver's license or state issued ID.

    Processing Time

    · January and August - up to seven business days 
    · In all other months - up to five business days

    Request

    Online - eForm

    Students log in with their MEID and password

    Questions

    Phone: (480) 517-8540

    *WUE students are not allowed to change their WUE status once registration for classes has been processed.

    Once a student is classified WUE, they are not eligible to request in-state tuition until they have either paid the out-of- state rate or sat out of MCCCD for a minimum of a year.

Records

  • FERPA & College Records

    The Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) affords students certain rights with respect to their education records. Rio Salado College complies with these requirements

    Click for submission instructions.

    Purpose

    Students use this form to allow release of their educational records to a 3rd party, for example a parent or spouse.

    This form only allows for release of information, it does not allow the 3rd party to perform or request transactions on behalf of the student.

    Form Requirements

    Admitted to Rio Salado College or Maricopa Community College.

    Processing Time

    · January and August - up to five business days 
    · In all other months - up to three business days

    Request

    Online - eForm

    Log-in with your MEID and password.

    PDF Download

    Download and complete the form, then submit:

    In Person or by Mail

    Rio Salado College - Records 
    Admissions and Records 
    2323 W. 14th Street 
    Tempe AZ 85281

    Questions

    Phone: (480) 517-8540

    *FERPA Releases are only valid for one year from the date of submission.

  • Graduation and Degree or Certification Completion

    For students who want to apply for their Degree or Certification of Completion. There is a separate form for those who wish to participate in the Commencement ceremony (available each year in January).

    Click for submission instructions.

    Purpose

    ​Used by Students to apply for their Degree or Certification of Completion and/or to participate in Commencement.

    Form Requirements

    ​· Applications should be submitted within one week of completing the final courses of a degree, certificate or program. Students planning to participate in the commencement ceremony may submit their application early to meet the March deadline.

    · You must have a declared degree and/or certificate with Rio Salado College.

    · Before a degree/certificate can be awarded, all debts must be paid with any of the Maricopa Community Colleges.

    · Verify that your mailing address is correct in your Student Center, diplomas/certificates will be mailed to the mailing address on file.

    · Verify that Official Transcript(s) for transfer credits from other institution(s) are on file. Official Transcripts should be mailed directly from the institution to the address below.

    Rio Salado College 
    C/O Transfer Credit – Records 
    2323 W. 14th Street 
    Tempe AZ 85281

    Processing Time

    10 business days

    Request

    Online - eForm

    Students log in with their MEID and password

    Questions

    If you have any questions about your degree program or catalog year, contact Academic Advisement at (480) 517-8580

  • Refund Exception

    Students who wish to obtain a tuition refund or to re-enroll into a class without repaying after the drop deadline will need to complete the Refund Exception form and include documentation to validate the reason for the exception.

    Click for submission instructions.

    Purpose

    Students who are requesting refund of tuition for courses from which they have withdrawn from due to extreme circumstances beyond their control.

    Form Requirements

    · Students must be already withdrawn from the class(es) for which they are requesting the refund exception.

    · If the student has already received a grade (A, B, C, D, or F) for the course(s) in question, the student is NOT eligible for a refund exception.

    · You must provide a written explanation and attach documentation to substantiate your request for an exception to the refund policy.

    Eligible Reasons are:

    - Military Service Orders 
    - Serious Personal Illness 
    - Serious Illness or death of family member 
    - Technical Reasons

    · If a student has received financial aid for the requested semester, the student must check with the Financial Aid Office before submitting this request.

    Processing Time

    Requests are reviewed by a committee every second and fourth Wednesday of the month.

    Request

    Online - eForm

    Students log in with their MEID and password

    Questions

    Phone: (480) 517-8420

    *FERPA Releases are only valid for one year from the date of submission.

  • Repeated Course Petition Form (Dynamic Form)

    Students who wish to improve a previously earned grade may repeat a course within the Maricopa Community Colleges up to three times after the initial attempt. Use this form to request that the higher grade earned on the repeated course be used toward calculation of your grade point average.

    Click for submission instructions.

    Purpose

    Students who wish to improve a previously earned grade may repeat a course within the Maricopa Community Colleges up to three times after the initial attempt. Use this form to request that the higher grade earned on the repeated course be used toward the calculation of your grade point average.

    Form Requirements

    Students must submit their request to the campus where the lower grade was earned to exclude it from their GPA. For example: a student who received a C at Rio Salado, but received an A at Mesa Community College would reach out to Rio Salado to have the C excluded.

    Processing Time

    · January and August - up to seven business days 
    · In all other months - up to five business days

    Request

    Online - eForm

    Students log in with their MEID and password

    Questions

    Phone: (480) 517-8540

    * Students are limited to three (3) additional repeats of a course in order to improve a grade. All course grades will remain on your official academic transcript.

  • Request for Complete Withdrawal from all Courses (Dynamic Form)

    Must be past the “Last Date to Withdraw’’ for the class(es) and no less than two weeks before the earliest end date of their classes. Note: Students wishing to withdraw prior to the Last Date to Withdraw may do so themselves via the Student Center linked in the middle of the www.maricopa.edu/students page. Students requesting to withdraw from all courses after the Last Date to Withdraw must provide a written explanation and appropriate supporting documentation.

    Click for submission instructions.

    Purpose

    Used by students who are requesting to withdraw from ALL their courses due to extreme circumstances beyond their control. This cannot be used to change classes which already received a final grade.

    Form Requirements

    · Must be past the "Last Date to Withdraw'' for the class(es) and no less than two weeks before the earliest end date of their classes. Note: Students wishing to withdraw prior to the Last Date to Withdraw may do so themselves via the Student Center linked in the middle of the www.maricopa.edu/students page. 
    · Students requesting to withdraw from all courses after the Last Date to Withdraw must provide a written explanation and appropriate supporting documentation.

    Processing Time

    · January and August - up to seven business days 
    · In all other months - up to five business days

    Request

    Online - eForm

    Students log in with their MEID and password

    Questions

    Phone: (480) 517-8420

  • Medical and Compassionate Withdrawal (Dynamic Form)

    Compassionate Withdrawal

    Is considered when a sudden emergency or severe change in personal circumstances results in an inability to continue/complete courses. The student provides a written statement of their situation and any documentation to support this request if applicable (e.g., death certificate, accident report, etc.).

    Medical Withdrawal

    Is considered when there is an unexpected serious illness or injury that prevents the student from continuing with their course(s). The medical withdrawal policy covers physical health and mental health difficulties. All applications for compassionate and medical withdrawal that are submitted by the student or on their behalf require thorough and credible documentation.

    Medical and compassionate withdrawal applications and supporting documents are retained for at least five years and filed securely. If a request for a refund has also been made, further assessment is done to determine eligibility.

    Click for submission instructions.

    Form Requirements

    Must be past the "Last Date to Withdraw'' for the class(es) and no less than two weeks before the earliest end date of their classes. Note: Students wishing to withdraw prior to the Last Date to Withdraw may do so themselves via the Student Center linked in the middle of the page.

    Students requesting to withdraw from all courses after the Last Date to Withdraw must provide a written explanation and appropriate supporting documentation.

    Processing Time

    · January and August - up to five business days 
    · In all other months - up to three business days

    Request

    Online - eForm

    Students log in with their MEID and password

    Questions

    Phone: (480) 517-8420

  • Student Information Correction Request

    Legal Name/Legal Sex Update Request

    Complete this form to request a name and/or address correction. For legal name changes you must upload documentation or a scanned image of government Photo ID with the new name. Address and contact info can also be corrected via the Student Center at www.maricopa.edu/students.

  • Click for submission instructions.

    Purpose

    Used by Students to request a change or correction to their Student Information: name, SSN, gender identity, address, phone number, etc.

    Form Requirements

    · For legal name changes or corrections, you will need a copy of a valid Driver’s License, Divorce Degree, or Marriage Certificate with your new name. 
    · For Social Security Number (SSN) corrections you will need a scanned color copy or your Social Security Card.

    Processing Time

    · January and August - up to seven business days 
    · In all other months - up to five business days

    Request

    Online Self Service

    Address, email, and phone number changes or corrections can be done in your Student Center at www.maricopa.edu/students.

    Online - eForm

    Log-in with your MEID and password.

    Questions

    Phone: (480) 517-8540

  • Transcript Requests

    Maricopa County Community College District transcripts are automatically sent between campuses and are free of charge. Official transcripts are $5 each. Note: Transcripts can only be requested online using the method mentioned on the Rio Salado Transcript page. Rio Salado no longer produces official transcripts in-house.

    Click for submission instructions.

    Purpose

    Used by Students to request their unofficial or official Rio Salado College transcripts*.

    Fees: 
    · Official – Embossed with College Seal ($5.00 Each) 
    · Unofficial – No College Seal

    Transcripts within Maricopa Community College District are automatically sent (Free).

    Form Requirements

    · Transcripts WILL NOT be issued to any student with an outstanding debt at any of the Maricopa Community Colleges. Log into your Student Center to check for any outstanding debt. 
    · Verify that all grades have been posted in your Student Center* or at myinfo.maricopa.edu

    Processing Time

    NA

    Request

    See Transcripts Page

    Questions

    Email: admission.info@riosalado.edu 
    Phone: (480) 517-8540

    *Grades posted in RioLearn may not yet be posted to your official transcript.

  • Verification/Certification Request (Dynamic Form)

    Request verification for dates of attendance, major, GPA and registration status.

    Click for submission instructions.

    Purpose

    This form is used by students to provide verification of their dates of attendance, major, GPA and/or current registration status at Rio Salado College.

    Verifications can be: 
    ·Picked up by the student* 
    · Mailed to the student 
    · Mailed to a 3rd Party (i.e. Employer or Student Loan Provider)

    Form Requirements

    Student must have already begun or completed at least one class. Any future classes will require a separate request.

    Processing Time

    Requests begin processing 9 days after the start of the class.​

    · January and August - up to seven business days 
    · In all other months - up to five business days

    Request

    Online - eForm

    Students log in with their MEID and password

    Questions

    Phone: (480) 517-8540

    *Students may be required to wait 9 calendar days after the class has started to pick up their verification letter.

Registration

  • High School GPA Submission (Dynamic Form)

    The Maricopa Community Colleges utilize two processes for determining college course placement for students with submission of a qualifying high school GPA as the primary process and placement testing as the secondary process. Students with a high school cumulative, unweighted GPA of 2.60 or higher and who have completed at least two years of high school or who have graduated from high school no more than 10 years ago may submit an unofficial high school transcript using the link above. The high school GPA will be entered on the student's record and can be used for course placement in accordance with the MCCCD Course Placement Chart.

    Click for submission instructions.

    Purpose

    Students who are under 18 years of age that are requesting special admissions to the college. The student’s parent or legal guardian will also need to provide consent electronically after the student completes their portion of the form.

    Form Requirements

    · Admitted to Rio Salado College 
    · Meet Special Admission Requirements

    - High School Transcripts with passing scores

    AND

    - Placement Test scores for placement in a English, Reading, or Math course. Students under 15 must take the placement test regardless of courses they plan on taking.

    OR

    - Original copies of ACT (22+) or PSAT (93+) or SAT (930+) Scores.

    AND

    - Students have not yet graduated from high school or earned a GED.

    Processing Time

    · January and August - up to seven business days 
    · In all other months - up to five business days

    Request

    Online - eForm

    Students log in with their MEID and password

    Questions

    Phone: (480) 517-8540

    *FERPA Releases are only valid for one year from the date of submission.

  • Petition for Semester Overload (Dynamic Form)

    Students who wish to take courses above the semester limit of 18 credits in fall or spring, 12 credits in summer must submit this form. Courses within the term include those which are graded and withdrawn.

    Click for submission instructions.

    Purpose

    Students who plan to take more than 18 credit hours in the Fall or Spring semesters, or more than 12 credit hours in the Summer semester.

    Form Requirements

    Admitted to Rio Salado College or any Maricopa Community College

    Processing Time

    · January and August - up to five business days 
    · In all other months - up to three business days

    Request

    Online - eForm

    Students log in with their MEID and password

    Questions

    Phone: (480) 517-8540

    *FERPA Releases are only valid for one year from the date of submission.

  • Prerequisite Verification Form 

    Individuals who have successfully completed courses at other U.S. regionally accredited universities and colleges and/or ACE evaluated programs and credits who would like to enroll in a Rio Salado class which requires a prerequisite must request an evaluation of these courses.

    Click for submission instructions.

    Purpose

    To request to have previously completed courses from other institutions applied as prerequisites for Rio Salado College courses

    Form Requirements

    · Clear and legible copy of your unofficial transcript(s)* 
    · Admitted to Rio Salado College 
    · The course prefix/section number of the Rio Salado course you would like to enroll in. Please use our class schedule page for assistance.

    Processing Time

    January and August - up to five business days 
    All other months - up to three business days 
    Upon verification of prerequisite, students will be enrolled in their requested courses with their requested start date unless otherwise notified via email.

    Request

    Online - eForm

    Students log in with their MEID and password

    Questions

    Email: prereq@riosalado.edu Phone: (480) 517-8091

    *Must be from a U.S. regionally accredited university, college and/or ACE evaluated program. Not all credit accepted in transfer will necessarily apply to your degree, program or certificate. All transcripts must have the student's name, ID, name of school, course grades, and when the course was taken. Transfer credits are not accepted.

  • Registration by Proxy (Dynamic Form)

    Students who are unable to register themselves during a semester may have another person perform enrollment actions (add, drop, and withdraw from classes) on their behalf by designating a proxy. To designate a proxy, please click here to complete the Registration by Proxy form. Please allow 3-5 business days for processing.

    Click for submission instructions.

    Purpose

    Students who are unable to register themselves during a semester may have another person perform enrollment actions (add, drop, and withdraw from classes) on their behalf by designating a proxy. However, you must sign a release if you wish to authorize Registration by Proxy. This form (along with a FERPA release) must be processed by the Admissions, Registration and Records office before the designated proxy can perform enrollment actions on behalf of the student.

    Form Requirements

    Students must be admitted to Rio Salado College or Maricopa Community College and have an active FERPA on file for the intended designated proxy.

    Processing Time

    · January and August - up to five business days 
    · In all other months - up to three business days

    Request

    Online - eForm

    Students will need to login with their MEID and password.

    Questions

    Phone: (480) 517-8540

    * Registration by proxy permission is granted by the term only and expires at the end of the term designated below.

Disability Resources Services

Testing

  • Remote Proctor Request Form

    Remote proctoring request form for: Midterm and final exams for select courses of the following: AST, BIO, CHM, FON, GLG, PHY, SSH, SUS, EDU, EEP and MNT; and the Accuplacer Advanced Algebra and Functions (AAF) & CELSA exams for course placement.

    For Certiport Exams email the Testing Center at testing.riolearn@riosalado.edu

    For other Rio course exams, please contact your instructor. For all other exam information and proctoring services, please contact us directly. We are open remotely by phone & email to answer your questions.

    480-517-8560 | testing.riolearn@riosalado.edu
    Monday - Thursday 8 a.m. - 9 p.m. 
    Friday - Saturday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

    Click for submission instructions.

    Purpose

    Students who need to complete remote proctoring for the following

    - Midterm and final exams for select courses of the following: AST, BIO, CHM, FON, GLG, PHY, SSH, SUS, EDU, EEP and MNT

    - Accuplacer Advanced Algebra and Functions (AAF) & CELSA exams for course placement.

    Form Requirements

    Must be registered at Rio Salado College or a Maricopa Community College

    Request

    Online - eForm

    Questions

    Phone: (480) 517-8560 
    Email: testing.riolearn@riosalado.edu

    * For Ceriport Exams email the Testing Center at testing.riolearn@riosalado.edu

    * For other Rio course exams, please contact your instructor. For all other exam information and proctoring services, please contact us directly. We are open remotely by phone & email to answer your questions.

Veterans Services

  • Request for Approval of Dual Program/Certificate (Dynamic Form)

    For students who are doing two different degree or certificate programs but they're designed to help obtain one career. This is needed for VA compliance as students are//generally only able to do one program.

    Click for submission instructions.

    Purpose

    This form is required if a student is doing two different degree or certificate programs but they're designed to help obtain one career. This is needed for VA compliance as students are generally only able to do one program.

    Form Requirements

    Concurrently completing multiple unrelated programs (i.e. AAS Dental Office Management and CCL in Accounting).

    Processing Time

    1 Business Day

    Request

    Online - eForm

    Questions

    Phone: (480) 517-8153, toll free at 877-517-8153 
    Email: va@riosalado.edu

  • Request for Benefits (Dynamic Form)

    This form is required every term to declare that a veteran and/or dependent wants to activate their VA educational benefit. The enrollment will not be certified without it.

    Click for submission instructions.

    Purpose

    This form is required every term that a veteran and/or dependent wants to activate their VA educational benefit. The enrollment will not be certified without it.

    Form Requirements

    None

    Processing Time

    1 Business Day

    Request

    Online - eForm

    Login with your MEID and password.

    Questions

    Phone: (480) 517-8153, toll free at 877-517-8153 
    Email: va@riosalado.edu

  • Transcript Evaluation Form for Military and Veteran Students (Dynamic Form)

    Transcript evaluation form for those who are active military, veterans, and/or dependents. Those using and not using VA educational benefits.

    Click for submission instructions.

    Purpose

    This form is a transcript evaluation form for those who are active military, veterans, and/or dependents. Those using and not using VA educational benefits.

    Form Requirements

    · Clear and legible copy of your unofficial transcript(s)* to upload.

    · Admitted to Rio Salado College

    · Select a Rio degree, certificate, or program of study.

    Processing Time

    1-2 Weeks

    Request

    Online - eForm

    Login with your MEID and password.

    Questions

    Phone: (480) 517-8153, toll free at 877-517-8153 
    Email: va@riosalado.edu

    *Must be from a U.S. regionally accredited university, college and/or ACE evaluated program. Not all credit accepted in transfer will necessarily apply to your degree, program or certificate. All transcripts must have the student's name, ID, name of school, course grades, and when the course was taken. Transfer credits are not accepted.

  • Veterans Affairs Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) Appeal Form (Dynamic Form)

    This form is required when a veteran and/or dependent using VA education benefits has completed two consecutive terms of Academic Probation with a cumulative GPA less than 2.0. This appeal form requires signatures by the Military Academic Advisor and a Veterans Services representative.

    Click for submission instructions.

    Purpose

    This form is required when a veteran and/or dependent has completed two terms and has a GPA that is still below 2.0 resulting in probation. This appeal form requires signatures by the advisor and the Coordinator of Veterans Services.

    Form Requirements

    Obtain documentation supporting your appeal.

    Processing Time

    1-2 Weeks

    Request

    Online - eForm

    Login with your MEID and password.

    Questions

    Phone: (480) 517-8153, toll free at 877-517-8153 
    Email: va@riosalado.edu

Financial Aid