Is Rochester Community and Technical College worth it?
Rochester Community and Technical College is a public, two-year institution in Rochester, Minnesota (midsize city). It awarded 906 degrees and certificates in 2024, most often in liberal arts and sciences, registered nursing and criminal justice.
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Federal context for Rochester Community and Technical College
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Median earnings 1 year after
$44,529
Median earnings 4 years after
$55,258
Median earnings 10 years after
$45,287
Average net price
$14,435
Completion rate
29%
Completions (2024)
906
Years to pay back
1.0 years
Students (undergrad)
3,365
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | Associate | $70,020 | $74,705 | 107 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | Associate | $34,094 | $45,552 | 102 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Associate | $46,805 | $59,567 | 40 |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Undergraduate certificate | $42,200 | $52,915 | 33 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | Associate | $50,418 | $53,032 | 32 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate | $60,676 | $64,258 | 32 |
| Veterinary/Animal Health Technologies/Technicians | Associate | $38,817 | $44,584 | 28 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | Associate | $43,642 | $52,678 | 28 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Associate | $43,381 | $52,623 | 27 |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | Undergraduate certificate | $37,029 | $51,818 | 23 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Undergraduate certificate | $45,675 | $50,654 | 23 |
| Communication and Media Studies | Undergraduate certificate | $27,798 | N/A | 20 |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | Undergraduate certificate | $61,196 | N/A | 19 |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection | Associate | $62,398 | N/A | 18 |
| Agricultural Production Operations | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Source: College Scorecard, June 2026 release, and IPEDS. Earnings cover federally aided students only, so they do not cover every graduate.
Awards conferred, by program
| Program | Award level | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies | Associate | 209 |
| Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse | Associate | 109 |
| Business/Commerce, General | Associate | 47 |
| Criminal Justice/Police Science | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 36 |
| Welding Technology/Welder | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 26 |
| Computer Science | Associate | 23 |
| Health Information/Medical Records Technology/Technician | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 23 |
| Building/Property Maintenance | Certificate 2-4 yrs | 22 |
| Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 21 |
| Veterinary/Animal Health Technology/Technician and Veterinary Assistant | Associate | 20 |
Federal view: Census PSEO, most recent federal cohort, one year after completion
| Industry | Share of graduates | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|
| Health Care and Social Assistance | 55% | 6,417 |
| Retail Trade | 8% | 971 |
| Manufacturing | 6% | 708 |
| Accommodation and Food Services | 5% | 627 |
| Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services | 4% | 431 |
| Public Administration | 3% | 397 |
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 3% | 358 |
| Educational Services | 3% | 357 |
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Sources: federal figures for Rochester Community and Technical College. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for Minnesota. Counts under 10 are not published.
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