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Financial Aid Update

Currently, the Department of Education is experiencing significant delays in providing institutions of higher education with processed 2024-25 Free Application of Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

As of January 30, the latest communication from the Department of Education, is that institutions will not receive 2024-25 FAFSA applicant information until “the first half of March.”

This delay has affected our ability to send out financial aid award letters, for the upcoming year, in a timely manner. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause, and your patience and understanding during this time are greatly appreciated.

As soon as we receive more information from the Department of Education and processing resumes for the 2024-25 FAFSA, we will promptly notify students of their financial aid award.

Our priority is to ensure that our students have the support they need to pursue their education at Rio without any undue stress. If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to our Financial Aid Office at 740-245-7218 or finaid@rio.edu.

University of Rio Grande’s New Band Director Bringing Christmas Concert to Campus

University of Rio Grande is proud to announce the recent hiring of John Eckstine as the new Director of Bands. Eckstine, a highly experienced music educator, comes to Rio from Monmouth College, where he led both the Athletic Band and Symphonic Concert Band. In partnership with the Portsmouth Wind Symphony, Eckstine is excited to bring a special Christmas Concert to Rio.

10/14/24

Rio adding trio to Athletic Hall of Fame

University of Rio Grande is adding a trio of former standouts to its Athletic Hall of Fame.

Kaylee Helton, Brandon Ivery and Whitney (Smith) Roseberry comprise the Class of 2024.

10/2/24

Rio Sees 10% Growth in Enrollment

University of Rio Grande and Rio Grande Community College announced a 10% increase in enrollment this fall, bringing the total student body to 2,381. This marks the third consecutive year of growth for the institution.

9/19/24

Redstorm Football Gears Up for 2025 Debut with Major Boost from Denney Enterprises

Although the Redstorm football team won’t take the field until 2025, the program is already gaining momentum thanks to a generous pledge from Mike and Vicky Denney and Denney Enterprises.

9/6/24

Rio Turning 148 Years Old

To celebrate Founders’ Day, Rio will hold a variety of events and fundraising initiatives.

8/22/24

Rio Visits Wales

In June, students and faculty from Rio made their way to Wales. The trip was organized by the Madog Center for Welsh Studies and Rio’s Education Department.

6/26/24

Rio Receives Inaugural Entrepreneurship Award from Community Colleges of Appalachia

University of Rio Grande and Rio Grande Community College received the first-ever Community Colleges of Appalachia (CCA) Entrepreneurship Award.

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Mike McCorkle

Director of Marketing