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Belmont Technical College

Belmont Technical College

Belmont Technical College, commonly referred to as BTC, is located in St. Clairsville, Ohio. The origins of the institute can be traced back to 1965 when funds were granted to the Belmont County High School District by the Appalachian Regional Commission for the construction of a post-secondary technical institute. The college was formerly known as the Belmont Technical Institute. It became the Belmont Technical College in 1971. The college offers certificates and associate’s degrees in various programs of study such as business, allied health and public safety, nursing, and information sciences.

Belmont Technical College sponsors a number of student clubs and organizations. Among those available on campus are the Student Activities Council and Phi Theta Kappa. Besides, a variety of Federal and Stafford loan programs are offered to the students of BTC.

Overview of Belmont Technical College

Belmont Technical College is located in a rural site not far from an urban area, in Saint Clairsville, OH. The school is a public institution. Degree levels at Belmont Technical College top out at the Associate's degree.

Areas of Study

One of the good things about the school is its wide range of programs leading to degrees. Students at Belmont Technical College often study computer science and engineering, engineering technician, and nursing and emergency medicine.

Belmont Technical College Selectivity

The school maintains an open-admission policy. It's not unusual for students to find their classmates include those from other parts of the country.

Student Body

The school offers classes to 1,742 students (1,344 full-time equivalent).

The school reports its educational mission is:
"Belmont Technical College is a learner-centered institution committed to meeting the academic, technical, career development and workforce needs of individuals, businesses, industries, and organizations. To serve its diverse student population and provide access to necessary skills in a rapidly changing workplace, the College employs a range of delivery systems, including distance and community-based education, and strives to maintain low tuition rates and an abundance of financial aid sources. To provide an environment where quality lifelong learning can take place, the College depends on a constant and continually evolving interface with all community stakeholders."

More complete details are provided below.

Contacting Belmont Technical College

Belmont Technical College
120 Fox Shannon Place
Saint Clairsville, OH 43950
General Phone: (740) 695-9500
http://www.btc.edu

Belmont Technical College Programs and Degrees (2007)

General CategoryDegreesMost Common Majors [see all]
Nursing And Emergency Medicine106licensed practical nurse, registered nursing
Engineering Technician45electrical/electronic tech, architectural engineering tech, HVAC tech, civil engineering tech, engineering technology, electromechanical instrument tech
Business And Management26business management, accounting, business, entrepreneurship
Computer Science And Engineering22web design, network management, information science, computer graphics, computer networking
Medical Administration21medical office management, medical transcription
Therapy And Counseling17mental and social health services
Security And Law Enforcement17corrections, fire protection tech
Medical Support And Technology11medical assistant
Office And Administration8administrative assistant
Family And Social Work8child development
Production Trades6welding
Real Estate And Construction Management3real estate
Medicine3health professions
Liberal Arts1general studies

Number of programs and degrees for Belmont Technical College in 2007:

Degree LevelTotal
Awarded
Number of
Programs
Associate's degree20427
Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years646
Award of less than 1 academic year264

Student Body

In 2007, Belmont Technical College had a total enrollment of 1,742 students (1,344 full-time equivalent).

Students By Class:

GroupPercent
Undergraduate100%

Racial Diversity:
RacePercent
White93%
Black2%
Hispanic0%
Asian0%
American Indian0%
Unknown3%

Students by Age:

AgePercent
Under 181%
18-1921%
20-2118%
22-2415%
25-2914%
30-3411%
35-397%
40-499%
50-644%
65+0%

Belmont Technical College Graduation, Retention, and Transfers

Retention Rates (2007):

GroupReturning From
Previous Year
Full-Time47 %
Part-Time18 %

Belmont Technical College Room and Board (2007)

The school does not offer campus housing.

(Please refer to our profile of St. Clairsville, Ohio for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Ohio Colleges).

The school does not offer students a meal plan.

Belmont Technical College Expenses and Financial Aid (2007)

Expenses and Financial Aid:

ExpenseAmount
In-state tuition and fees$ 4,295
Out-of-state tuition and fees$ 7,283
Books and supplies$ 1,062

Financial Aid:
Belmont Technical College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 994100)

Belmont Technical College Faculty

Tenure Status of Faculty (2007):

Full-Time Faculty LevelMenWomen
Non-tenured and not on tenure track1823

Salaries for full-time faculty:

Full-Time Faculty (2007):

Full-Time Faculty LevelContract LengthNumber MenAvg Salary MenNumber WomenAvg Salary Women
Professoracademic year6$47,08010$47,349
Associate professoracademic year7$42,2399$39,366
Assistant professoracademic year3$37,7322*
Instructoracademic year2*2*
All faculty totalacademic year18$42,23723$41,851

*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.

Belmont Technical College Degree Programs (2007)

BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
Business/Commerce, General
Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies

COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Graphics
Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications
Information Science/Studies
System, Networking, and LAN/WAN Management/Manager
Web Page, Digital/Multimedia and Information Resources Design

ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Architectural Engineering Technology/Technician
Civil Engineering Technology/Technician
Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians, Other
Electromechanical Instrumentation/Maintenance Techs, Other
Engineering Technology, General
Heating/AC/Refrigeration Technology/Technician

FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Child Development

LIBERAL ARTS
General Studies

MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Medical Office Management/Administration
Medical Transcription/Transcriptionist

MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Medical/Clinical Assistant

MEDICINE
Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other

NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)

OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General

PRODUCTION TRADES
Welding Technology/Welder

REAL ESTATE AND CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT
Real Estate

SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Corrections
Fire Protection and Safety Technology/Technician

THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions, Other

Belmont Technical College Highlights

(Details are provided further down on this page.)

What Sets Belmont Technical College Apart:

CategoryTrophy 
Number of degree programs
(vs. colleges of similar size)
Top 4%Belmont Technical College Number of degree programs
% of degrees in nursing and emergency medicine
(vs. colleges with similar degree levels)
Top 15%Belmont Technical College % of degrees in nursing and emergency medicine
% of degrees in engineering technician
(vs. all colleges)
Top 15%Belmont Technical College % of degrees in engineering technician
Lowest tuition & fees (in-state)
(vs. colleges of similar size)
Top 16%Belmont Technical College Lowest tuition & fees (in-state)
% of degrees in computer science and engineering
(vs. colleges with similar degree levels)
Top 19%Belmont Technical College % of degrees in computer science and engineering
Explanation of the Highlights categories

Notable:
Open admission
Accepts some high school credits
Offers credit for life experience
Grants credits for AP courses
Offers distance learning
Offers weekend classes
Career counseling
Career services
Student employment services
On-campus day care
Remedial classes for students
Offers remedial adult education
Offers part-time study
On-campus library

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