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# From One Class to a Full Degree

### Every journey begins with a single step. Make yours today.

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Alysa always dreamed of becoming a nurse, but she didn’t need a full degree to get started. With just a few flexible, online classes at Rio Salado College, she completed the essential courses that helped launch her nursing career.

 

Now, she’s doing the work she loves - and her moment started here.

 

Whether you need a few classes to transfer or are working toward a degree, Rio meets you where you are with flexibility and support.

Fill out the form to get personalized info about Rio’s programs and how we can help you reach your goals.

[*Rio Salado Accolades](https://www.riosalado.edu/about/news-room/recent-awards-and-recognitions)

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## Flexible Start Dates

Built for Adult Learners

- 40 start dates each year
- Classes begin most Mondays
- Balance education with life’s demands

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## Guaranteed Class Availability

Classes Never Full, Never Canceled

- No canceled classes - ever
- As soon as one class fills up, another one opens
- Clear path to graduation

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## Affordable Education

Learn More, Spend Less

- Nearly half of our online courses offer [$0 Textbooks](https://www.riosalado.edu/student-resources/bookstore/0-textbooks)
- Tuition as low as $97/credit
- Explore other ways to [save time and money](https://www.riosalado.edu/start-rio/ways-save-time-money) 

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