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RCTC Online Orientation
To help students that will be taking classes for the first time at RCTC, we have developed an Online Orientation for Distance Learners. You will be required to go through the orientation before registering for your classes.
Before you begin
the orientation: |
- Have you taken your placement test?
Placement testing is required for most students before registering for classes. They do not affect your admission eligibility, but RCTC instructors require scores to be in their classes. These tests are designed to help you succeed in your classes. If you have not taken a placement test, please contact Enrollment Services (1-800-247-1296 ext. 7219) immediately.
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Goddard Library
http://www.roch.edu/libraryGoddard Library serves the students, faculty, and staff of the University Center Rochester (Rochester Community and Technical College [RCTC], Winona State University-Rochester Center [WSU-RC], the University of Minnesota Rochester [UMR], St. Mary's University Rochester Center) and members of the local community.
Virtual eLibrary:
Goddard Library is not confined to the RCTC campus anymore. Via the
virtual library, patrons now have online access to many library services
and databases. The library provides patrons many resources not available
elsewhere on the Internet and the virtual library page is a great place
to begin investigating these resources.
| Resources
Available |
- Ask a Librarian
All of our patrons are welcome to contact our reference staff electronically; our staff will respond to electronic reference service requests as soon as possible.
- eBooks
eBooks gives patrons access to over 6,500 books online.
- eJournals
The library currently subscribes to over 13,000 online full-text journal titles. Some of these online resources are available to all Goddard Library patrons and most are available to RCTC students off campus, via the UCR Proxy server.
- eNewspapers
The library subscribes to many major online newspapers; check out a partial list here.
- eReference Sources
An electronic reference collection (dictionaries, encyclopedias, manuals, etc.)
- eResearch Tools
Get immediate help online using research tools tailored to maximize efficient and comprehensive use Goddard Library resources.
- eRes
Search for electronic reserves currently posted for classes at the University Center.
- Remote Access Information
Via the UCR proxy server, all current UCR students can access journals and databases otherwise available only to students on campus. Learn how to access the UCR proxy server here.
RCTC Bookstore
The RCTC Bookstore online ordering is the most convenient way to order your college textbooks and have them shipped directly to your home.
| Bookstore
Contacts |
- Phone Number: 1-800-247-1296 ext. 7202
- Fax: 507-285-7496
- E-mail: bookstore@roch.edu
Student Services
Distance Education offers students more flexibility with their classes and offers a more individualized educational experience. At RCTC, we are still committed to offering high level services to help you succeed in college and reach that ultimate goal of completed college level classes.
| Admissions
& Records Office |
At RCTC, Admissions and Records is responsibly for just about anything that deals with the admissions process, right through graduating from a particular program.
Responsibilities:
- Requesting Transcripts
- Applying for Graduation
- Issues with Web Portal
- Registration
- Process Applications
- Process Intent to Return
Web Address - http://www.rctc.edu/admissions
Contact:
1-800-247-1296 ext. 7265
| Online
Payment |
You can now pay for your classes via the web. If you log into the Web Portal you can use your credit card to pay for your classes without having to send a check in the mail or having to stop by in person.
Web Address - http://www.rctc.edu/webportal
Contact:
Cashier’s Office
1-800-247-1296 ext. 7311
| Financial
Aid |
Financial aid is money that students receive in order to help offset the price of education. Each student’s aid package is different and is based on income of the student and/or parent. You are still eligible for aid if you are taking online classes.
Financial aid can come in the form of the following:
- Grants – Free money that does not have to be paid back
- Loans – Money that has to be paid back
- Work-Study – Job on campus
Web Address - http://www.rctc.edu/financialaid
Contact:
1-800-247-1296 ext. 7271
FinancialAid@rctc.roch.edu
| Disability
Services |
Disability Services provides academic support services to assist students with disabilities in achieving their educational goals.
Responsibilities:
- To meet program/course requirements and follow college policies and procedures.
- To self-identify as a student with a disability when accommodations are needed.
- To seek out information, advising, and assistance as necessary.
- To provide appropriate documentation about their disability.
- To follow published procedures to obtain accommodations and other services.
Web Address - http://www.rctc.edu/student_support_center/html/disability_support_services.html
Contact:
Travis Kromminga
1-800-247-1296 ext. 2968
travis.kromminga@roch.edu
Resources to Help You Succeed
| Online
Catalog |
This is a resource for you to use to answer all of your questions regarding class descriptions, program requirements, and course schedules.
| Student
Handbook |
A general bulletin of information regarding fees, procedures, policies and services available to students.
| Advising/Counseling |
Every student has a faculty advisor, faculty counseling advisor, or academic advisor, who is here to support students in their educational growth. Students should work closely with their advisor or counselor so that educational goals are met.
Distance Education Advisor
Nate Smith
1-800-247-1296 ext. 5005
nate.smith@roch.edu
Web Portal
As a Rochester Community and Technical College student, you can count on the Web Portal to help you succeed as a college student. The goal of the Web Portal is to provide you a source to go to with your student services needs, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. You will find information about registration, transcripts, Degree Audit Reports, financial aid and much more.
Registration
You can register via the Web Portal by logging on with your Stinger
ID and PIN number. This allows you to log on 24 hours a day, 7 days
a week, anywhere there is internet access. You can “Search for
Open Sections” to see which classes are still available and you
can also “Quick Add” if you know which class you want. This
can all be done by using the registration function of the Web Portal.
Registration Window
Your registration window is the timeframe in which you can register
for classes. Internet or online registration windows are made available
to students based largely on the number of completed credits you have
earned.
You can check your online registration window by logging in to the web portal, select the 'Registration' tab and then select the proper year/term and click on the 'Registration Window' link.
Deadlines
There are some complex rules regarding deadlines. Use the Web Portal
to accomplish the task when you are supposed to. Keep up on when the
last day to drop is and when you can withdraw from a class.
View Grade Reports
Using this feature you can view and print your final grades for each
term/semester. If using this printout for purposes of reimbursement
from your employer, you can check the box on the login screen that allows
your name to be printed on the grade report.
Degree Audit Report (DARS)
A DARS report is an accurate, up-to-date record of your progress toward
completing your degree requirements for the program that you have indicated
to Admissions and Records.
This tool will help you and your advisor in the process of course selection and academic program planning to make sure you are on-track for graduation.
Transcripts
You can print an unofficial transcript that will list the classes that
you have taken, the grades that you received in those classes, and also
the classes that you are currently enrolled in.
Student Records
The Students Records portion of the Web Portal allows you to update
his/her address, update demographic information, and gives you instruction
on how to update your major. This is also where you can view your term
grades for the current term or past terms that you were enrolled.
Tuition and Fees Payment
Learn more about your assigned tuition rate. Understand that courses
in the Advanced Technology Programs have a slightly higher tuition rate,
as do courses taken as Independent Study. See the complete list of tuition
rates as well as view your account or print your balance.
Financial Aid
If you have applied for financial aid and you want to know what aid
you are eligible for, you can do so by checking your financial aid status
via the Web Portal. This is the first step toward completing your file
so your eligibility can be calculated.
Once you have completed your file and received notification that your award has been made, you can review your award letter via the Web Portal. Your online award letter will give you information about your eligibility at all credit levels as well as information about how to begin a work study assignment or to apply for your loan, if you have been awarded these programs.
Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP)
RCTC requires that students maintain a good academic standing - or Satisfactory Academic Progress. There are two separate policies which determine Satisfactory Academic Progress. The first policy relates to the Academic Affairs area and the second relates to the Financial Aid area.
A student must meet the Academic Affairs standards to be eligible to enroll in courses at RCTC. The Admissions Office administers this policy.
A student must meet the Financial Aid standards to be eligible for Financial Aid funding. A review of all students is done each term by the Financial Aid Office. In a nutshell, there are three (3) components to maintaining a good academic standing for Financial Aid. They are as follows:
- GPA Requirement. In general, students must maintain a "C" grade point average to continue their eligibility for Financial Aid. During the student's first year of attendance, the GPA requirement may be lower to allow students to adjust to the college learning environment.
- Completion Rate Requirement. Students must complete a minimum of two-thirds of the credits that they register for.
- Maximum Timeframe Requirement. Students are allowed to attempt 150%
of the credits needed for their declared major before being suspended
from Financial Aid.
Appeals
All appeals must be submitted in writing (including an explanation of
the circumstances that affected academic progress), with supporting
documentation attached (if appropriate or requested), and an academic
action plan (prepared with a counselor/advisor.) If the appeal is approved,
the student is considered on probation until satisfactory academic progress
standards are met. Failure to meet conditions set for probation shall
authorize the College the right to place the student back on suspension.
If the appeal is denied, the student has the right to have the appeal forwarded to the Vice President of Student Affairs for consideration.
Students who wish to appeal a financial aid suspension should complete the Financial Aid Appeal Form and submit it to the Director of Financial Aid in the Financial Aid Office.
Reinstatement
A student who has been suspended from enrollment may return to the College
after an appeal has been approved or the period of suspension, or one
academic year, has passed. The student will return as a student on probation.
Dropping/Adding Classes
Assessment of Tuition and Fees - Dropping Credits
Dropping a course is the equivalent of un-registering. The course will
not appear on a student transcript and no tuition or fees shall be charged
for dropped courses. Students are responsible for payment of related
tuition and fees for registered credits at the end of the drop period.
Drop Period for Full-Term Courses
The drop period for full-term courses shall be seven (7) class days
from the start of fall and spring terms. For summer session (two 5-week
terms) the drop period shall be limited to five (5) class days.
Drop Period for Partial Term Courses (More Than 3 Weeks In
Length)
The drop period for partial-term courses shall be three (3) class days,
including the first meeting date of the course. Partial-term courses
are those that last longer than three weeks but do not last the entire
length of the term.
Drop Period for Short Courses (Less Than 3 Weeks In Length)
Students must drop prior to the second scheduled meeting time of the
course. If the course lasts only one weekend, students must drop prior
to the start of the course.
Withdrawing from Classes
| Assessment
of Tuition and Fees - Withdrawal and Total Withdrawal |
The withdrawal deadline date will be set each term by the Admissions Office. Withdrawing from a course means that the student is assigning a grade of "W" to the course. These courses will appear on the student transcript and students are responsible for all related tuition and fees. Withdrawal requests must be made in writing to the Admissions and Records Office by the posted deadline or the student must withdrawal from the class via the Web Portal.
Withdrawing from a portion of registered credits does not entitle the student to any refund or reduction of related tuition and fees. Students who withdraw from all courses for a particular term (total withdrawal) are obligated for a portion of the related tuition and fees in accordance with the schedule below:
Fall and Spring Semester Schedule - Total Withdrawal
Students may withdraw up to the 60th class day of the term.
- 8th through 15th class day of term - 25% Tuition and fees owed
- 16th through 20th class day of term - 75% Tuition and fees owed
- After 20th class day of term - 100% Tuition and fees owed
Summer Semester Schedule - Total Withdrawal
Withdrawal deadlines for each course will be determined by the Registrar.
- 6th through 10th class day of term - 50% Tuition and fees owed
- After 10th class day of term - 100% Tuition and fees owed
Partial-term and short courses (any term) - Total Withdrawal
Withdrawal deadlines for each course will be determined by the Registrar.
- After drop period - 100% Tuition and fees owed
Contact Information
Distance Education Advisor
Nate Smith
Nate.Smith@roch.edu
1-800-247-1296 ext. 5005
Office of Admissions and Records
registration@rctc.roch.edu
1-800-247-1296 ext. 7265
Technical Support:
Missy Hagen
Missy.Hagen@roch.edu
1-800-247-1296 ext. 6126
RCTC Mailing Address
851 30th Avenue SE
Rochester, Minnesota 55904-4999
1-800-247-1296
Fax: 507-285-7496
Contact Information:
Rochester Community and Technical College
851 30th Ave SE, Rochester, MN 55904-4999
Contact Info: (507) 285-7210 or 1-800-247-1296 / TTY Relay 1-800-627-3529
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RCTC is an affirmative action, equal opportunity educator and employer.
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