Welcome Students | Rio Salado College

Getting Started

Now that you've registered for classes, use the information on this page to get started on the next steps you should take to prepare for your class.

Get Familiar With RioLearn

RioLearn is the college's online learning portal where you'll take your classes. Go to the free, interactive RioLearn demonstration now to learn how to:

Access your online class, syllabus, lessons and gradebook
Communicate with your instructor
Track your progress using RioCompass

Take Me to the RioLearn Demo

Log in to RioLearn

You'll use your MEID (your username) and password to log in to RioLearn. Review these helpful items and perform any tasks:

Perform the "Prepare Now to Get a Head Start" activities below
RioLearn Tips and Tools
Is my computer ready?

Log in to RioLearn

Log in to the Student Center

Log in to your Student Center regularly to check for important messages, access your Maricopa Student Gmail account and find items that have been added to your To Do list.

About the Student Center

Your To Do list and Financial Aid

Log in to your Maricopa Student Gmail

Log in to Student Center

Prepare Now to Get a Head Start on Your Classes

Gather Your Class Materials

Before your class begins:

Learn which class textbooks/materials you'll need: Log in to your Student Center or review your course syllabus in RioLearn
Check the Rio Salado College Bookstore for textbooks and supplies
Book Advances allow students to use anticipated financial aid award money to purchase textbooks/supplies before classes begin

Consider the 8-Week Class Option

Must be selected within 7 days of the class start date

Only some Rio Salado classes are offered in an 8-week format
The condensed 8 week option may not be suitable for all students
Don't submit any assignments before selecting this option
Tip: Speak with an academic advisor to learn which classes are right for your chosen path

Submit Your First Class Assignment

Your first assignment is due the first week of class

You could be dropped from a class if you fail to submit your class's first assignment in RioLearn
Log in to RioLearn before your class begins to see if there's an assignment that will be due
Questions about how to submit assignments? Call 480-517-8380 with your questions

Complete the New Student Orientation Class

Complete New Student Orientation

NSO101 New Student Orientation Class

It's a free, non-credit class that only takes a few hours to finish
NSO101 is available in RioLearn the Monday after you register for your first class
Learn about college policies, financial options, student success tips and more