Rochester Community and Technical College
About Rochester Community and Technical College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Rochester Community and Technical College teaches in the Minnesota city the Mayo Clinic built, and trains many of its students to work in it. Nursing and dental support are among its largest programs.
Founded
1915
Location
Rochester, Minnesota
Students
3,365
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
28.9%
Below national average
Tuition
$6,389
Per year
Avg Net Price
$14,435
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$45,287
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Every applicant who meets the basic requirements is admitted, so there is no acceptance rate
How to Apply
Test Policy
No test needed
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
28.9% complete their degree within three years
Retention
58.2%
Transfer Out
26%
Teaching Quality
21:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
46%
$/Student
$8.1K
Class Size
Large
The 28.9% graduation rate is below the national average of 44%. It's worth looking into what support systems the school offers to help you finish your degree.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$6,389
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$1,600
Total Cost of Attendance
$19,639
After Financial Aid
$14,435
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$11,588
Receive Grants
27.7%
Take Loans
19.4%
Tuition is $6,389/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $14,435.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Rochester Community and Technical College fund their education.
While in School
27.7%
Get Grants
Free money
19.4%
Take Loans
Must repay
$32,106
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$14,743
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$156/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $14,743, and less than 0% of graduates default on their loans. Students here leave with very manageable financial obligations.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Rochester Community and Technical College.
Gender
62%
Female
38%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
3,365
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
33.3%
First-Gen
24 yrs
Avg Age
25.7%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 62% of the student body. 33.3% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
City: Midsize
Campus Quick Facts
3,365
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
No
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Rochester Community and Technical College fields 7 varsity teams with 190 student athletes, about 6% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division III
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
7
Biggest: Football
Student Athletes
190
6% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
74% / 26%
141
Men
49
Women
4
Men's Teams
4
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Rochester Community and Technical Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$45,287
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$34K
228 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$70K
108 grads
1yr Earnings
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions
$47K
34 grads
1yr Earnings
Business/Commerce, General
—
34 grads
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions
$61K
31 grads
1yr Earnings
Health and Medical Administrative Services
$43K
30 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $40K six years out, growing to $45K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.