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Rochester Community and Technical College

Rochester, MN·Public·www.rctc.edu/

Campus Identity

Rochester Community and Technical College is a public community college in Rochester, MN. Ski resorts are within 41 miles of campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 89/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

Rochester Community and Technical College is a public community college in Rochester, MN. Ski resorts are within 41 miles of campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 89/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

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Acceptance Rate
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ACT Score (50th %ile)
$4,774
In-State Tuition
+$598 fees
$4,774
Out-of-State Tuition
+$598 fees
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Room & Board
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Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
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Athletics

Campus Lifestyle

School Size & Setting

5,000–9,999

Urban setting

Weather

Cold Climate

37°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

Coffee Mill Ski & Snowboard Resort

Minnesota

31 mi away
40 skiable acres3 lifts
41 mi away
125 skiable acres10 lifts
61 mi away
250 skiable acres21 lifts

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Rochester, MN

15°Jan19°Feb32°Mar45°Apr58°May68°Jun71°Jul68°Aug61°Sep48°Oct34°Nov21°Dec

Station: ROCHESTER INTERNATIONAL Airport · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students

89/100
Pretty Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety947697
94/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
76/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
97/100
Party Scene
drug, alcohol & weapons enforcement

On Campus Safety data from the U.S. Dept. of Education Clery Act Database, normalized per 1,000 enrolled students. Higher scores indicate a safer environment. Review detailed data on the U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security website.

Cost Breakdown

Annual costs for the 2023–24 academic year. Source: IPEDS/NCES 2024.

Tuition
$4,774$4,774
Fees
$598$598
Total
$5,372$5,372
In-StateOut-of-State

These are sticker prices. Your actual cost may be much lower with financial aid.

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Fields of Study

71 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesAssociate's
228 grads/yr$45,552
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingAssociate's
108 grads/yr$74,705
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing AssistantsCertificate
55 grads/yr$52,915
Dental Support Services and Allied ProfessionsAssociate's
34 grads/yr$59,567
Business/Commerce, GeneralAssociate's
34 grads/yr

Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.

Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
Associate's108 grads$74,705
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
Associate's31 grads$64,258
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
Associate's4 grads$61,870
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions
Associate's34 grads$59,567
Criminal Justice and Corrections
Associate's13 grads$53,032
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants
Certificate55 grads$52,915
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Associate's22 grads$52,678
Health and Medical Administrative Services
Associate's30 grads$52,623
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians
Certificate17 grads$51,818
Health and Medical Administrative Services
Certificate32 grads$50,654

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as —) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Rochester Community and Technical College located?

Rochester Community and Technical College is located in Rochester, MN. The main campus address is 851 30th Ave SE, Rochester, MN. It is a public institution offering 2-year associate degree programs.

How much does it cost to attend Rochester Community and Technical College?

For the 2023–24 academic year, Rochester Community and Technical College charges $4,774/year for in-state students and $4,774/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board, the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $5,372/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost — use Rochester Community and Technical College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Is Rochester Community and Technical College the right fit for me?

Whether Rochester Community and Technical College is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, cost ($4,774/year out-of-state), campus culture in Rochester, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Rochester Community and Technical College against similar schools side-by-side.

Data sourced from IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Rochester Community and Technical College directly for the most current information.

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Quick Facts

Type
Public
Location
Rochester, MN
Size
5,000–9,999
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Certificates
School Year Weather
Cold · 37°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
89/100
Nearest Airport
Rochester, MN (RST) · 8 mialso LSE (59 mi), CCY (66 mi)

Location

Rochester, MN

Data Sources: Admissions, cost, and enrollment data sourced from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) (NCES, 2024 survey year). Fields of Study data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. On Campus Safety Score computed from Clery Act data (U.S. Dept. of Education, 3-year average normalized per 1,000 students). Data may not reflect most recent changes. Always verify with the institution directly.