rctc provides accessible, affordable, quality learning opportunities to serve a diverse and growing community
rochester community and technical college was founded in 1915 on a motion by dr. charles mayo to the rochester school board. rctc is minnesota's oldest - and one of the nation's oldest - original community colleges. mission: rctc empowers students to thrive in an ever-changing, diverse society by providing access to exceptional education. vision: rochester community and technical college will be a universal gateway to world class learning opportunities. value proposition: improving student lives