Average

Score: 47/100

Rio Salado College

4-Year Public

📍 Tempe, Arizona 85281

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Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (D) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 4%

Outcomes

37/100

Affordability

68/100

Resources

42/100

Experience

C+

60/100

Prestige

32/100

Quick Stats

18,631

Total Enrollment

Graduation Rate

N/A

Retention Rate

31.0:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

N/A

Acceptance Rate

$9,003

Avg Net Price

🏠 Housing Market Near Rio Salado College ▼

70% of students live off-campus (not with family), creating consistent rental demand near campus. That's approximately 13,098 students who need housing.

Avg Home Value

$396,722

Avg Monthly Rent

$1,680

1-Year Change

-1.8%

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For parents & investors

The Rio Salado College Town Property Report

Avg home value near campus: $396,722
Avg rent near campus: $1,680/mo
Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 85040 (4.5% cap, Phoenix)

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🏆 Where Rio Salado College Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

Customer Service Support/Call Center/Teleservice Operation

of 8 schools

Banking and Financial Support Services

of 9 schools

#17

Corrections

of 35 schools

#18

Plumbing Technology/Plumber

of 29 schools

#20

Substance Abuse/Addiction Counseling

of 60 schools

#20

Athletic Training/Trainer

of 23 schools

#20

Small Business Administration/Management

of 26 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category	In-State	Out-of-State
Tuition	$2,328	$8,928

Financial Aid

37%

Receive Any Aid

28%

Receive Pell Grants

19%

Take Out Loans

$9,003

Avg Net Price

Net Price by Family Income

Family Income	Average Net Price
$0 - $30,000	$7,976
$30,001 - $48,000	$8,272
$48,001 - $75,000	$9,612
$75,001 - $110,000	$13,740
$110,001+	$12,507

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Corrections 1,286 grads/yr Customer Service Support/Call Center/Teleservice Operation 1,279 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Police Science 453 grads/yr Art/Art Studies, General 321 grads/yr Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies 238 grads/yr Substance Abuse/Addiction Counseling 165 grads/yr General Studies 102 grads/yr Electrician 80 grads/yr Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician 73 grads/yr Plumbing Technology/Plumber 65 grads/yr Early Childhood Education and Teaching 62 grads/yr Athletic Training/Trainer 60 grads/yr Small Business Administration/Management 54 grads/yr Accounting 47 grads/yr Business/Commerce, General 46 grads/yr Legal Assistant/Paralegal 40 grads/yr Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic) 37 grads/yr Computer Installation and Repair Technology/Technician 31 grads/yr Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies 30 grads/yr Banking and Financial Support Services 30 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Rio Salado College's top programs commonly pursue.

First-line supervisors of police and detectives

$106k/yr 160,800 jobs

First-line supervisors of correctional officers

$76k/yr 57,100 jobs

Criminal justice and law enforcement teachers, postsecondary

$71k/yr 16,200 jobs

Correctional officers and jailers

$58k/yr 387,500 jobs

Order clerks

$45k/yr 89,500 jobs

Customer service representatives

$43k/yr 2,814,000 jobs

Detectives and criminal investigators

$94k/yr 117,900 jobs

Police and sheriff's patrol officers

$76k/yr 698,800 jobs

Student Demographics

18,631

Total Students

60%

Women

18%

Traditional Age (18-24)

70%

Off-Campus Renters

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 49%

Hispanic 29%

Black 7%

Asian 5%

Two or More 6%

🏠 Living Arrangements

Off-Campus (Renters) 70%

With Family 30%

🏘️ Rental Demand: ~13,098 students need off-campus housing

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 57%

Hybrid (Some Online) 3%

Fully Online 40%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 18%

25-64 (Adult) 30%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Rio Salado College?

Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.

How much does it cost to attend Rio Salado College?

Tuition at Rio Salado College is $2,328 for in-state students and $8,928 for out-of-state students . However, the average net price after financial aid is $9,003.

What is the graduation rate at Rio Salado College?

The graduation rate at Rio Salado College is 4%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.

Is Rio Salado College a good school?

Rio Salado College has a Repit College Score of 47/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:

Outcomes (D): Graduation and retention rates
Affordability (B): Net cost and financial aid access
Resources (D): Class sizes and selectivity
Experience (C+): Campus life and learning format
Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition

Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.

How many students attend Rio Salado College?

Rio Salado College has a total enrollment of 18,631 students.

Is there rental demand near Rio Salado College?

Yes! Approximately 70% of students at Rio Salado College live off-campus (not with family). That's roughly 13,098 students who need rental housing near campus. This represents significant rental demand, which affects housing availability and pricing in the Tempe area.

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