Rochester Community and Technical College

Comprehensive information about programs, admissions, costs, and enrollment

Also known as: RCTC

Rochester, MN
(507) 285-7245
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What Are the Key Stats for Rochester Community and Technical College?

Annual Tuition & Fees (In-State)

$6,389

Total Enrollment

5,205

Graduation Rate

28.9%

6-year graduation rate

Program Completions

963

Last reported year

How Rochester Community and Technical College Compares

Rochester Community and Technical College enrolls 5,205 — well above the typical trade-college range of a few hundred to a couple thousand. Tuition: $6,389. Net price after aid: $13,684. Retention: 58%. These headline numbers position the school as a regional anchor — stronger than smaller competitors on breadth, and worth comparing closely against peers of similar scale.

Where is Rochester Community and Technical College?

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What are the Most Popular Programs at Rochester Community and Technical College

244 graduates Class of 2025 CIP 24.0101
126 graduates Class of 2025 CIP 51.3801
38 graduates Class of 2025 CIP 43.0107
33 graduates Class of 2025 CIP 11.0701
33 graduates Class of 2025 CIP 48.0508

Verified Program Outcomes

Completion and employment results reported to the U.S. Department of Labor for Rochester Community and Technical College programs on the state Eligible Training Provider List. Missing values ("—") mean the state suppressed or did not report that metric — they never mean zero.

In the Communication Studies Transfer Pathway program at Rochester Community and Technical College, 71% of students were employed within 6 months of exit, and 38% completed the program, and median earnings in the second quarter after exit were $5,731 (U.S. Department of Labor, PY 2023).

ProgramCompletion rateEmployed 6 mo after exitEmployed 1 yr after exitMedian quarterly earnings
Communication Studies Transfer Pathway38%71%72%$5,731
History Transfer Pathway38%71%72%$5,731
Liberal Arts and Sciences38%71%72%$5,731
Mass Communication Transfer Pathway38%71%72%$5,731
Psychology Transfer Pathway38%71%72%$5,731

All 78 verified program outcomes for Rochester Community and Technical College →

Source: U.S. Department of Labor, WIOA participant outcomes (trainingproviderresults.gov), PY 2023.

Explore Rochester Community and Technical College

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Enrollment

Rochester Community and Technical College enrolls 5,205 students. The student body is 62.2% women, with diverse representation across programs. The college maintains a 58% retention rate, reflecting student satisfaction and academic support.

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Academics

Rochester Community and Technical College maintains a 23:1 student-to-faculty ratio, providing strong opportunities for personalized instruction and academic support. The college maintains a developing 58% retention rate for full-time students, reflecting student satisfaction and effective academic programs. The college accommodates diverse student needs with flexible enrollment options for part-time and working students.

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Faculty & Staff

Rochester Community and Technical College employs 95 instructional staff members dedicated to student success. The 23:1 student-to-faculty ratio provides strong opportunities for personalized attention and mentoring. With 2.1% of faculty holding tenure, students benefit from experienced educators committed to teaching excellence.

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Programs

Rochester Community and Technical College offers programs in 21 different fields of study. The most popular programs include Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, and Criminal Justice/Police Science. In 2025, the college awarded 963 degrees and certificates across all programs.

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Financial Aid

Annual tuition and fees at Rochester Community and Technical College is $6,389 for in-state students. After financial aid, the average net price is $13,684. Students can use the net price calculator to estimate their individual costs and potential aid.

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Student Outcomes

Rochester Community and Technical College achieves a 30.7% overall completion rate for students who complete their programs. Students typically complete their programs in 5 years, balancing academic rigor with timely graduation. The college supports working students with a 32.6% success rate for this population.

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Institution Details

Sector PUBLIC 2 YEAR
Control PUBLIC
Level AT LEAST 2 BUT LESS THAN 4 YEARS
Degree Granting Yes

Contact Information

Address
851 30th Ave SE
Rochester, MN, 55904-4999
Administrator
Jeffery Boyd, Ed.D.
President

Cost Information

In-State Tuition and Fees $6,389
Out-of-State Tuition and Fees $6,389
Average Net Price $13,684

Federal Identifiers

OPE ID: 00237300
EIN: 411687554
IPEDS ID: 174738
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