How to Register for Adult Education Classes
Now is the right time to enroll in Rio Salado College’s award-winning adult education program to prepare for the GED® test, develop skills in the English language, or participate in career readiness training!
Adult Education classes are offered at no cost the student.
There are two different methods of registering for classes:
| Register Virtually | Register In-Person |
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Step 1: Complete the Pre-Registration Survey: |
Step 1: Complete the Pre-Registration Survey: |
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Step 2: Attend a virtual Zoom meeting with an Rio Salado staff member to complete the registration process:
Note: You will need to provide your valid photo ID and payment method during your virtual Zoom meeting to complete the registration process. |
Step 2: You will need to bring your valid photo ID and payment method to your selected Rio Salado Location to complete the registration process. |
Take Your Education Further
Rio Salado College offers scholarship and grant funding to support Adult Education students pursuing stackable credentials and careers in high-demand industries. Program staff help students evaluate their eligibility for scholarships and grants and navigate the college admission and enrollment process. For information on scholarships and assistance navigating college financial aid, college admission, and the enrollment process, please contact Adult Education staff at the locations.
Eligibility for Services
Students seeking to register for adult education classes at Rio Salado College must meet state eligibility requirements as defined by the Arizona Department of Education under A.R.S. § 15-232(B), which states that “The Department of Education shall provide classes under this section only to adults who are citizens or legal residents of the United States or are otherwise lawfully present in the United States. This subsection shall be enforced without regard to race, religion, gender, ethnicity or national origin.” Prospective students will certify eligibility and lawful presence by signing a self-declaration statement during the registration process. For identification purposes, prospective students will be asked to present a valid government issued identification that contains a recognizable photo. Students who wish to participate in credit career training will also need to present identification for in-state residency.
Registration Fee
Registration fees are waived until further notice.
The registration fee, which ranges from $25 to $70 based on the student's household income and the number of family members, is currently waived until further notice. Students will pay the registration fee every 16 weeks. Refer to the Registration Fee table to determine how much you can expect to pay for a class. You will make the payment at the time of registration at the Rio Salado location where you plan to attend class. Class fees are non-refundable. Continuing students pay the registration fee every 16 weeks, starting from their initial start date.
| Sliding Fee Scale Per 16 Weeks of Instruction | ||||
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| Family Size Household Income |
Minimum $25 Fee Household Income |
Reduced $40 Fee Household Income |
Reduced $55 Fee Household Income |
Full $70 Fee Household Income |
| 1 | $0 to $12,880 | $12,881 to $19,320 | $19,321 to $25,760 | $25,761 and above |
| 2 | $0 to $17,420 | $17,421 to $26,130 | $26,131 to $34,840 | $34,841 and above |
| 3 | $0 to $21,960 | $21,961 to $32,940 | $32,941 to $43,920 | $43,921 and above |
| 4 | $0 to $26,500 | $26,501 to $39,750 | $39,751 to $53,000 | $53,001 and above |
| 5 | $0 to $31,040 | $30,041 to $46,560 | $46,561 to $62,080 | $62,081 and above |
| 6 | $0 to $35,580 | $35,581 to $53,370 | $53,371 to $71,160 | $71,161 and above |
| 7 | $0 to $40,120 | $40,121 to $60,180 | $60,181 to $80,240 | $80,241 and above |
| 8 | $0 to $44,660 | $44,661 to $66,990 | $66,991 to $89.320 | $89,321 and above |
| Each add'l family member | Add $4,540 | Add $6,030 | Add $9,080 | Add $9,080 |
| Based on the 2021 Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) poverty guidelines. | ||||