Rochester Community and Technical College
Higher EducationMinnesota, United States501-1000 Employees
Rochester Community and Technical College (RCTC) is a higher education institution based in Rochester, Minnesota. Founded in 1915 through a motion by Dr. Charles Mayo to the Rochester School Board, it is Minnesota's oldest original community college and among the oldest in the United States. The college serves a sizable regional workforce with a broad set of degree and certificate programs, and in fall 2024 it launched a Cybersecurity Associate of Applied Science degree. Its mission emphasizes empowering students by expanding access to high-quality education and helping them thrive in a diverse society. Through its programs and partnerships, the college serves local and regional learners seeking accessible, career-oriented credentials within Minnesota's higher education system.