Campus Identity
Rio Salado College is a public community college in Tempe, AZ. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 96/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.
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At a Glance
Rio Salado College is a public community college in Tempe, AZ. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 96/100 (Very Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.
Campus Lifestyle
Rio Salado College is a 10,000–19,999, urban school. The campus is 96 miles from Mt. Lemmon Ski Valley.
School Size & Setting
10,000–19,999
Urban setting
Weather
Hot Climate
70°F avg school-year
Nearby Ski Resorts
Rio Salado College students have access to 3 ski resorts within driving distance. The closest is Mt. Lemmon Ski Valley, 96 miles away. All are within 133 miles of campus.
Arizona
Arizona
Average Monthly Temperature
1991–2020 Climate Normals · Tempe, AZ
Tempe has a hot climate, with winters averaging 56°F in Dec and summers peaking around 96°F in Jul.
Station: PHOENIX Airport · Source: NOAA NCEI
On Campus Safety Score
2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students
Rio Salado College in AZ earns a composite safety score of 96/100, rated Very Safe among U.S. colleges.
On Campus Safety data from the U.S. Dept. of Education Clery Act Database, normalized per 1,000 enrolled students. Higher scores indicate a safer environment. Review detailed data on the U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security website.
Cost Breakdown
2024-25 academic year. Tuition: College Scorecard. Fees and room & board: IPEDS/NCES.
| Cost Item | In-State | Out-of-State |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $2,358 | $8,958 |
| Fees | $30 | $30 |
| Total Estimated Cost | $2,388 | $8,988 |
What students actually pay after grants and scholarships. Source: College Scorecard.
Fields of Study
122 programs offered
Most Popular Programs
Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as —) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Rio Salado College located?
Rio Salado College is located in Tempe, AZ. The main campus address is 2323 W 14th St, Tempe, AZ. It is a public institution offering 4-year degree programs.
How much does it cost to attend Rio Salado College?
For the 2024-25 academic year, Rio Salado College charges $2,358/year for in-state students and $8,958/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board, the total estimated cost is approximately $7,854/year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $8,341/year — what students actually pay. Use Rio Salado College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
Is Rio Salado College the right fit for me?
Whether Rio Salado College is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, avg net price ($8,341/year after aid), campus culture in Tempe, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Rio Salado College against similar schools side-by-side.
Tuition: College Scorecard (2024-25). Fees, room & board, and other data: IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Rio Salado College directly for the most current information.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Public
- Location
- Tempe, AZ
- Size
- 10,000–19,999
- Degrees Offered
- Associate's, Certificates
- School Year Weather
- Hot · 70°F avg
- On Campus Safety Score
- 96/100
- Nearest Airport
- Phoenix, AZ (PHX) · 2 mialso AZA (20 mi), LUF (25 mi)
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Tempe, AZ