Rio Grande Pike Center

Rio Grande Pike Center Serving Pike County and surrounding areas. Enroll today for:

General Education Courses: Take your foundational courses close to home at an affordable rate.

Welcome to the Rio Grande Community College's Pike Centerโ€”a local hub for accessible and affordable higher education, right in the heart of your community. Our commitment is to provide diverse programs and short-term training opportunities, all conveniently located close to home. With flexible scheduling, offering both day and evening classes, we empower students to tailor their education to their

unique needs. Discover a conducive learning environment at the Pike Center, featuring:

Five traditional classrooms
A fully equipped science lab
Administrative offices
Conference room
This well-equipped facility is designed to support students in completing general education courses while contemplating their next steps in the educational journey. Social Services Degree: Begin your journey towards a degree in Social Work with our Associate in Social Services program. College Credit Plus (CCP): Explore Ohio's CCP Program for high school students (grades 7-12), where you can earn both college and high school credits simultaneously. All tuition, books, and course fees are covered at no charge. Learn more about CCP!

Join us Friday August 28th for our first food truck Friday!We are excited to welcome back T&S sweets and treats  and The...
08/17/2026

Join us Friday August 28th for our first food truck Friday!

We are excited to welcome back T&S sweets and treats and TheSavory Shack!!

This is open to the community, come & support these local businesses!

We are still looking for food trucks! Our students and staff look forward food truck Fridays. Tag your favorite food tru...
08/14/2026

We are still looking for food trucks! Our students and staff look forward food truck Fridays.

Tag your favorite food truck!

Please reach out to schedule a Friday to setup!

08/13/2026
๐Ÿ‚ Fall 2026 Registration is NOW OPEN! ๐ŸŽ“Ready to take the next step toward your educational goals? Whether you're a first...
08/12/2026

๐Ÿ‚ Fall 2026 Registration is NOW OPEN! ๐ŸŽ“
Ready to take the next step toward your educational goals? Whether you're a first-time student, returning to college, or continuing your degree, Rio Grande Community College โ€“ The Pike Center is here to help!
๐Ÿ“š Register now for Fall 2026 classes and secure your spot early.
โœ… Flexible course options
โœ… Affordable education close to home
โœ… Friendly staff ready to assist you every step of the way
๐Ÿ“ž Call 740-245-7150 today to schedule your appointment and get registered!
๐Ÿ“ Rio Grande Community College โ€“ The Pike Center
225 S. West Street, Piketon, OH 45661
Your future starts here. We can't wait to help you achieve your goals!

08/10/2026

Our announcement last week received an outpouring of interest; therefore, we have extended the application window for our CCP program to Monday, August 10th!

Apply now at rio.edu/admissions/apply-rio โฐ

๐Ÿšš Calling All Food Trucks! ๐ŸŒฎ๐Ÿ”๐ŸŒญRio Grande Community College โ€“ The Pike Center is looking for local food trucks to partici...
08/07/2026

๐Ÿšš Calling All Food Trucks! ๐ŸŒฎ๐Ÿ”๐ŸŒญ
Rio Grande Community College โ€“ The Pike Center is looking for local food trucks to participate in our upcoming Food Truck Fridays!
We're excited to bring great food to our students, staff, and the Pike County community while supporting local businesses.
Interested in joining us? We'd love to hear from you!
๐Ÿ“ž Contact us today at 740-245-7150 for more information or to reserve a Friday.
Know a great food truck? Tag them in the comments or share this post! Let's make Food Truck Fridays a fun community tradition!

๐ŸŽ“ Start a Career That Makes a Difference โ€“ Become a CDCA!๐Ÿ’™ What does a CDCA do?A CDCA supports individuals on their jour...
08/04/2026

๐ŸŽ“ Start a Career That Makes a Difference โ€“ Become a CDCA!
๐Ÿ’™ What does a CDCA do?
A CDCA supports individuals on their journey to recovery from substance use disorders. In this role, youโ€™ll provide guidance, encouragement, and connection to resourcesโ€”helping people rebuild their lives and achieve lasting wellness. CDCAs work in treatment centers, hospitals, community agencies, and recovery programs.
๐Ÿ’ผ Career Outlook & Salary:
CDCAs are in high demand across Ohio and beyond. Entry-level positions typically start around $30,000โ€“$40,000 per year, with opportunities for growth as you advance in the field of counseling and social work.
โœจ This is a powerful opportunity to begin a meaningful career helping individuals and families impacted by addictionโ€”right here in your community.
๐Ÿ“ฉ Interested or have questions?
Contact Kristen Mershon, Director of the Pike and Rio Grande Jackson Center at 740-245-7150 or [email protected]
https://www.rio.edu/admissions/apply-rio

Address

225 West Street
Piketon, OH
45661

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4pm
Tuesday 8am - 4pm
Wednesday 8am - 4pm
Thursday 8am - 4pm
Friday 8am - 12pm

Telephone

+17402457610

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