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Río Hondo College Earns National Recognition as  Top 10 Bellwether Award Finalist

Río Hondo College has been named a Top 10 national finalist for the 2027 Bellwether Award in the Instructional Programs and Services category

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A New Space to Learn, Play and Grow: Río Hondo College Celebrates Outdoor Classroom Grand Opening 

A new space where young children can explore, discover and grow through outdoor learning. Families, students, employees and community members

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Martin Covarrubias: Helping Students Find Their Place at Río

The Pride Center at Río Hondo College offers students something Martin Covarrubias once wished he had during his own college experience

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Trustee Oscar Valladares Elected Chair-Elect of National Community College Board  

Río Hondo College Board of Trustees Member Oscar Valladares has been elected chair-elect of the Association of Community College Trustees (ACCT) Board of Directors for 2026-27

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Key Dates

Winter & Spring 2027 

  • Winter: January 4 to 21, 2027
  • Spring: January 23 to May 20, 2027

Petition to Graduate Deadlines

  • Fall 2026: November 2, 2026

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Top Reasons Río is For You

#1

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Incredible Campus Community

Río Hondo’s inclusive environment and thriving campus life make for an amazing college experience.

I was very fortunate to meet my best friends here at Río Hondo who pushed and motivated me to strive for more.

Julian Valera

#2

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Programs for Whatever You're Interested In

With over 66 areas of study and hundreds of degree and certificate options, Río Hondo is sure to have coursework that aligns with your goals and interests.

[Río Hondo] enabled me to have an enjoyable college experience and a strong foundation in business and accounting.

Thavit Phorn

#3

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Affordable, High-Quality Education

Paying for college is easier with scholarships, grants and financial aid. Eligible students can also receive free tuition for two years through Río Promise.

I have proven to myself that I can achieve whatever I set my mind to.

Javier Ramirez

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Unmatched Student Support

Faculty and staff are committed to student success. Free tutoring and many other support programs are available to assist you on your academic journey.

The professors at Río Hondo College truly care about their students and leave a lasting impression.

Samantha Rajsavong

With 62+ areas of study,

we will get you there.
How will you become career- or transfer-ready?

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Join the Black Scholars Program

Black Scholars provides culturally affirming support, Academic Counseling, Community Building Opportunities, Black Student Union, and a community that wants to see our students thrive throughout their educational endeavors.

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Join the LEGACIE+ Program

LEGACIE+ is a Male Success Initiative designed to support traditional and non-traditional students who identify as Latino, Black, Asian, Native American, other men of color (MOC), or individuals who self-identify as men. Joining LEGACIE+ provides access to counseling support, transfer assistance, mentorship, networking opportunities, and additional academic and personal development resources.

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Join the Pride Scholars Program

Find community, connection, and support at Río Hondo College. Pride Scholars provides LGBTQIA+ students with an affirming space, Academic Counseling, Queer Initiative Club, and access to LGBTQIA+ tailored resources.

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Join the RISE Scholars Program

RISE Scholars supports students who were directly impacted by the justice carceral system. We support students through Academic Counseling, Resilience Community Club, and personalized support as students work toward their educational and career goals.

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Map of the land Río Hondo College sits on, along the Pacific coast

Land Acknowledgment

We acknowledge that Río Hondo College exists in an area that has been the land of the Gabrieleño/Tongva San Gabriel Band of Mission Indians and the Gabrieleño Band of Mission Indians – Kizh Nation.

We recognize both nations and their spiritual connection to the earth and as the first stewards and traditional caretakers of these lands. We thank our indigenous brothers and sisters for their strength, perseverance, and resistance. We also wish to acknowledge any other indigenous people who now call these areas their home and join their struggle to maintain their cultures, languages, perspectives, and identities in our diverse district.

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