Apply for General Admission, PSEO (Post Secondary Enrollment Option) Admission, or International Student Admission. Concurrent Enrollment students should complete the PSEO Application for Admission. Persons who are in the United States as permanent residents (“Green Card” holders) or hold refugee/asylee status may complete the General Application. Veterans and dependents of veterans can complete the General Application.
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Three Types of RCTC Applications
GENERAL ADMISSION
APPLY FOR GENERAL ADMISSION
Steps to Become an RCTC Student
APPLICATION DEADLINES:
Spring 2026
January 5, 2026
Application Fee:
RCTC does not charge an application fee.
POST-SECONDARY ENROLLMENT OPTIONS (PSEO) ADMISSION
APPLY FOR PSEO ADMISSION
APPLICATION DEADLINE:
Spring 2026
December 15, 2025
INTERNATIONAL ADMISSION (STUDENTS SEEKING F-1 VISA)
APPLY FOR INTERNATIONAL ADMISSION
International Application Process for F-1 Visa-Seeking Students
APPLICATION DEADLINES FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS (INCLUDES ALL REQUIRED MATERIALS RECEIVED BY THESE DEADLINES):
Fall 2025 Semester:
Visa seekers/holders currently outside of the United States (overseas): June 1, 2025
Visa seekers/holders who are currently in the United States (stateside): July 1, 2025
Spring 2026 Semester:
Visa seekers/holders currently outside of the United States (overseas): October 1, 2025
Visa seekers/holders who are currently in the United States (stateside): November 1, 2025
Rochester Community and Technical College does not offer summer admission for F-1 visa holders or seekers.
Take RCTC Courses for Another College or University
- Enroll as a Visiting Student (non-degree seeking student, not eligible for financial aid)
Visit Campus and Request Information
- Schedule a Visit RCTC’s campus tours provide valuable insights into how RCTC can change their lives.
- Request Information about RCTC’s offerings.
Need Assistance? Have Questions?
The Welcome and One Stop Center is available to walk you through the steps to enroll at Rochester Community and Technical College.
Welcome and One Stop Center, M1104 (Atrium) Office Hours:
| Monday | 7:30am-5pm CDT |
| Tuesday | 7:30am-5pm CDT |
| Wednesday | 7:30am-5pm CDT |
| Thursday | 7:30am-5pm CDT |
| Friday | 7:30am-4:30pm CDT |
Phone: 507-285-7557
Email: onestop@rctc.edu
Students who need a paper application for admission can contact the Welcome and One Stop Center during business hours.