Rochester Community and Technical College
Rochester, Minnesota · Public, 2-year
At a glance
Average net price
$14,435
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
28.9%
Admission rate
Not available
Undergrad size
3,365
In-state tuition
$6,389
Out-of-state tuition
$6,389
Cost of attendance
$19,639
Median earnings (10y)
$45,287
Admissions
- SAT average
- Not available
- ACT midpoint
- Not available
- Retention
- Not available
- Locale
- City
Programs breakdown
22 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by health (32%), humanities & arts (28%), trades & services (19%).
- STEM6%
- Health32%
- Business11%
- Humanities & arts28%
- Social sciences3%
- Trades & services19%
- Health professions32.5%~1,092 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- Liberal arts23.1%~776 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Business10.7%~360 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- ~204 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~175 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~97 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Computer science2.6%~89 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Communication2.4%~82 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~74 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Agriculture2.2%~74 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~52 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~48 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~48 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~44 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Education1.1%~37 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Engineering tech0.9%~30 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~22 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~19 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Engineering0.3%~11 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~11 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~11 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Transportation0.2%~7 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
40 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Associate's | 470 | $32,479 | $13,250 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Associate's | 229 | $62,003 | $23,500 |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants. | Undergraduate certificate | 96 | $35,054 | $20,228 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 79 | $35,546 | $35,733 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Associate's | 74 | $50,945 | $21,000 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Associate's | 67 | $40,015 | $27,750 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions. | Associate's | 64 | $47,913 | $18,500 |
| Business/Commerce, General. | Associate's | 58 | — | — |
| Precision Metal Working. | Undergraduate certificate | 44 | — | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Associate's | 44 | $39,133 | $14,640 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Associate's | 43 | — | — |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Undergraduate certificate | 42 | — | — |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection. | Undergraduate certificate | 42 | — | — |
| Carpenters. | Undergraduate certificate | 37 | — | — |
| Veterinary/Animal Health Technologies/Technicians. | Associate's | 35 | — | $21,250 |
| Computer Science. | Associate's | 35 | — | — |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Associate's | 31 | — | $14,470 |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Undergraduate certificate | 29 | — | — |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection. | Associate's | 26 | $47,885 | — |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians. | Undergraduate certificate | 26 | — | $12,000 |
| Biology, General. | Associate's | 24 | — | — |
| Social Work. | Associate's | 21 | — | — |
| Design and Applied Arts. | Associate's | 15 | — | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Undergraduate certificate | 15 | — | — |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 14 | — | — |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Associate's | 13 | — | — |
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other. | Associate's | 12 | $37,246 | $21,175 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Undergraduate certificate | 12 | — | — |
| Business Operations Support and Assistant Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 12 | — | — |
| Design and Applied Arts. | Undergraduate certificate | 11 | — | — |
| Human Services, General. | Associate's | 9 | — | — |
| Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions. | Associate's | 9 | — | — |
| Business Operations Support and Assistant Services. | Associate's | 9 | — | — |
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research. | Associate's | 8 | — | — |
| Information Science/Studies. | Associate's | 8 | — | — |
| Music. | Undergraduate certificate | 8 | — | — |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 8 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Associate's | 7 | — | — |
| Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services. | Undergraduate certificate | 7 | — | — |
| Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions. | Undergraduate certificate | 7 | — | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About Rochester Community and Technical College
Rochester Community and Technical College is a mid-sized institution located in Rochester, Minnesota, primarily awarding the associate degree. It enrolls roughly 3,365 undergraduate students in a city setting. The most popular fields of study include Health professions, Liberal arts, Business.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Rochester Community and Technical College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $14,435 per year, which is moderately priced compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $6,389 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $19,639 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 28.9%, a below-average completion outcome. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $45,287 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Rochester Community and Technical College confers degrees and certificates across 22 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Health professions, Liberal arts, Business. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by health (32% of credentials), humanities & arts (28% of credentials), trades & services (19% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Admission rate data is not reported for this institution, which is typical for open-admission community and trade schools.
Location & campus
Set in Rochester, Minnesota (city), Rochester Community and Technical College draws students from across Minnesota and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about Rochester Community and Technical College
Q.How much does Rochester Community and Technical College cost?
The average net price at Rochester Community and Technical College is $14,435 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $19,639.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Rochester Community and Technical College?
Rochester Community and Technical College has a 6-year graduation rate of 28.9% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How much do Rochester Community and Technical College graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Rochester Community and Technical College graduate earns $45,287 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Rochester Community and Technical College?
Published tuition is $6,389 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Rochester Community and Technical College located?
Rochester Community and Technical College is located in Rochester, Minnesota (ZIP 55904).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Rochester Community and Technical College at their official website.