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Rio Salado College

Public Tempe, AZ · Urban · Southwest · 80% data reported · Agent Insights
6%
Graduation Rate
$41,015
Earnings (10yr)
$8,341
Net Price
11,668
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Overview

About 11,668 students call Rio Salado College their educational home, making it a significant player in online and flexible education in Arizona. With a focus on accessibility, the college caters primarily to adult learners and those balancing work and family commitments. This environment fosters a unique community where students can thrive at their own pace.

Data from Chetty/Opportunity Insights shows limited information on income mobility and graduation rates at Rio Salado College, which stands at 6%. While the graduation rate is low, students who do complete their programs earn a median income of $41,015 within ten years of graduation. Although the Pell Grant rate is only 7%, this indicates that a small portion of the student body is receiving federal aid, often critical for low-income students.

The cost of attending Rio Salado College is relatively low, with a net price of $8,341 and a median debt of $9,500. This makes it an attractive option for students looking to minimize debt while pursuing education in popular fields like Criminal Justice and Business. The college is best suited for self-motivated learners who prioritize flexibility and affordability in their educational journey.

How Rio Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation6%Earnings 10yr$41KNet Price$8KMedian Debt$10KPell Grant Rate7%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$7K$0-30K$10K$30-48K$9K$48-75K$13K$110K+

Cost & Financial Aid

$2,358
In-State Tuition
$8,958
Out-of-State
$8,341
Avg Net Price
$9,500
Median Debt
7%
Pell Grant Rate
4%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$6,800
Family Income $0–$30K
$10,182
Family Income $30K–$48K
$9,356
Family Income $48K–$75K
$13,425
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$42,314
6 Years After Entry
$35,718
8 Years
$41,015
10 Years
0.23x
Debt-to-Earnings
61%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$42,314 6yr $35,718 8yr $41,015 10yr

Academics & Admissions

Full-Time Faculty 100%
Faculty Salary (mo) $7,330
Diversity Index 0.68
First-Gen Students 47%

Top Programs

Criminal Justice 36%
Business & Marketing 32%
Humanities 7%
Visual & Performing Arts 6%
Health Professions 6%
Construction Trades 3%
Mechanic & Repair Tech 2%
Computer Science & IT 2%

Quick Facts

Setting Urban
Region Southwest
Accreditor Higher Learning Commission
Predominant Degree Certificate
Hispanic-Serving Yes

Student Body

Female
68%
White
47%
Hispanic
29%
Black
9%
Asian
4%

Data Sources

U.S. Dept of Education College Scorecard

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