Welcome back to Río Hondo College!
Complete the steps below to continue your educational journey. Let’s go, Roadrunners!
Steps to Success
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1. Apply to Río Hondo College
Returning students must complete an online application for the term they plan on attending or they will be unable to register for classes.
Please return to his page after you have submitted your application to complete your next steps.
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2. Complete Your Online Orientation
As a returning Río Hondo College student, if you have completed the online orientation in the past, you do not need to complete this step.
If you have not completed the online orientation in the past, you will be required to do so.
- Log into AccessRío
- Select the Academic tab
- Select Online Orientation
Please note: A hold will be placed on your registration until this step is completed.
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3. Complete Your Online Placement Tool
As a returning Río Hondo College student, you are required to complete the online placement tool if you have not completed transfer-level English and/or math. A hold will be placed on your registration until this step is completed.
- Log into AccessRío
- Select the Academic tab
- Select Online Placement Tool
After you’ve completed the online placement tool, you can receive your results by meeting with a counselor.
Assessment Testing
We will continue to provide comprehensive testing services for international students and students to whom English is a new language. To schedule an appointment, contact the Assessment Center at (562) 463-7226.
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4. Create Your Educational Plan
All returning students are highly encouraged to meet with a counselor to complete an educational plan.
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5. Apply for Financial Aid
We encourage you to apply for FAFSA or the California Dream Act. This is required to be eligible for 2 years of free tuition through the Río Hondo Promise Program. Río Hondo’s school code is 001269.
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6. Register for Classes and Pay Fees
You’ll register for classes through the student portal:
- Log into AccessRío
- Select the Registration tab
- Select Add or Drop Classes
- Select the term you are registering for
- Add your course CRN numbers and click submit changes
If classes are full, you may be placed on a waitlist. Check your RioMail for waitlist notifications. You are responsible to register and/or drop courses.
Once you register for classes, you are required to pay your fees. You will not be billed. You can pay your fees through AccessRío.
Not a Returning Río Hondo Student?
If you are not a returning Río Hondo College student, you may have different steps you need to follow. Review our options to determine what type of student you are and get the correct steps for you!
Need Help?
Contact the Student Success Center
Phone: (562) 463-6650
Email: [email protected]
Zoom Meeting ID: 97013195314