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Rio Salado College (Rio)
- 2323 W 14th St
- Tempe, AZ 85281
- OPEID College Code: 02177500
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- General Phone: (480) 517-8000
- President: Linda Thor
- Website: www.rio.maricopa.edu
- Type: Public, 2-Year
- Calendar System: Semester
- Highest Degree: Associate's Degree
- Local Area: Rural Fringe
- Student Enrollment: 18,331
- College Alias: Rio
Basic Information
- Student Services
- Remedial Services Offered
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Distance Learning Opportunities
- Teaching K-12 Certification Offered Can Complete Preparation With Specialization
- Mission Statement
- As an institution of higher education placing high value on student learning, Rio Salado College creates convenient, high-quality learning opportunities for diverse populations. We specalize in customized, unique programs and partnerships, accelerated formats and distance delivery. In all that we do, we pursue continuous improvement and innovation, and we challenge the limits of tradition.
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available - Rio Library Profile
- College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification Associates--Public Urban-Serving Multicampus
- Undergraduate Classification Associates
- Undergraduate Profile Classification Higher Part-Time Two-Year
- Enrollment Classification Exclusively Undergraduate Two-Year
- Size Classification Large Two-Year
- College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credit
- Life Experience Credit
- AP Credit
- Applicant Considerations
- Open Admission Policy Accepts Any Student Who Applies
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 18%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2006-07
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 12% | 18% | - | - |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $5,230 | $3,367 | - | - |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2006 | 2005 | 2004 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 10.0% | 6.3% | 1.6% |
| Number in Default | 170 | 60 | 1 |
| Number in Repayment | 1,687 | 939 | 62 |
Undergraduate Student Expenses
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | 2005-06 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $6,462 | $6,054 | $5,554 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $6,750 | $6,750 | $6,202 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,104 | $1,064 | $1,024 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $7,668 | $7,368 | $7,098 |
| Other Expenses | $5,076 | $4,878 | $4,698 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $5,076 | $4,878 | $4,698 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-State | $7,566 | $7,118 | $6,578 |
| Out of State | $7,854 | $7,814 | $7,226 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-State | $20,310 | $19,364 | $18,374 |
| Out of State | $20,598 | $20,060 | $19,022 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-State | $12,642 | $11,996 | $11,276 |
| Out of State | $12,930 | $12,692 | $11,924 |
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
Additional Information
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 18,331 Undergraduate: 18,331
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 6,684 Female: 11,647
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 6,684 Female: 11,647
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 1,909 Part-Time: 16,422
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 1,909 Part-Time: 16,422
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | 51 | 0.3% |
| American Indian | 306 | 2% |
| Black | 1,174 | 6% |
| Asian | 714 | 4% |
| Hispanic | 2,178 | 12% |
| White | 11,747 | 64% |
| Unknown | 2,161 | 12% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 5,789 | 32% |
| Ages 18-19 | 899 | 5% |
| Ages 20-21 | 1,166 | 6% |
| Ages 22-24 | 1,897 | 10% |
| Ages 25-29 | 2,559 | 14% |
| Ages 30-34 | 1,809 | 10% |
| Ages 35-39 | 1,501 | 8% |
| Ages 40-49 | 1,681 | 9% |
| Ages 50-65 | 826 | 5% |
| Age Over 65 | 43 | 0.2% |
| Age Uknown | 161 | 0.9% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 1,044 | 447 | 597 |
| Faculty Status | 592 | 27 | 565 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 592 | 27 | 565 |
| Primarily Instruction | 592 | 27 | 565 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 69 | 68 | 1 |
| Other Professionals | 126 | 110 | 16 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 257 | 242 | 15 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 164 | 151 | 13 |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 8 | 8 | - |
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9/10 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $75,263 (27) | $76,825 (7) | $74,716 (20) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $75,263 (27) | $76,825 (7) | $74,716 (20) |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 61%
- Part-Time Entering Students Retained: 32%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 66% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 78% |
| Female | 52% |
| By Race | |
| Black | 75% |
| Asian | 100% |
| Hispanic | 77% |
| White | 58% |
| Unknown | 50% |
Crime Statistics
| 2006-07 | 2005-06 | |
|---|---|---|
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| On Campus | ||
| Burglary | 1 | 1 |
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Source: IPEDS Survey 2007-2008
