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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.
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.
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.
The school maintains an open-admission policy.
Belmont Technical College offers classes to 1,742 students (1,363 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.
Belmont Technical College
120 Fox Shannon Place
Saint Clairsville, OH 43950
General Phone: (740) 695-9500
http://www.btc.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 111 | licensed practical nurse, registered nursing |
| Medical Support and Technology | 41 | medical coding, medical assistant, mental health services tech |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 34 | web design, information science, network management, computer programming, system administration, computer graphics |
| Business and Management | 34 | business, accounting, accounting technology, management information systems, business management |
| Engineering Technician | 29 | HVAC tech, electronics tech, civil engineering tech, electromechanical tech |
| Security and Law Enforcement | 26 | corrections, fire protection tech |
| Production Trades | 15 | welding, tool and die tech |
| Liberal Arts | 9 | historic preservation and conservation, general studies, library assistant |
| Medical Administration | 9 | medical transcription |
| Family and Social Work | 9 | child development |
| Office and Administration | 5 | administrative assistant |
| Real Estate and Construction Management | 2 | real estate |
| Medicine | 1 | health professions |
Number of programs and degrees for Belmont Technical College in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate's degree | 227 | 28 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 86 | 5 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 12 | 5 |
In 2007-2008, Belmont Technical College had a total enrollment of 1,742 students (1,363 full-time equivalent).
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 92% |
| Black | 2% |
| Hispanic | 0% |
| Asian | 0% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 4% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 1% |
| 18-19 | 21% |
| 20-21 | 18% |
| 22-24 | 15% |
| 25-29 | 14% |
| 30-34 | 11% |
| 35-39 | 7% |
| 40-49 | 9% |
| 50-64 | 4% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 47 % |
| Part-Time | 18 % |
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.
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 4,295 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 7,283 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,200 |
Financial Aid:
Belmont Technical College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 994100)
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 7 | $48,122 | 9 | $48,003 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 7 | $42,972 | 7 | $39,479 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 0 | * | 2 | * |
| Instructor | academic year | 2 | * | 2 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 16 | $43,991 | 20 | $42,108 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping
Business Administration and Management, General
Business/Commerce, General
Management Information Systems and Services, Other
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Graphics
Computer Programming/Programmer, General
Information Science/Studies
System Administration/Administrator
System, Networking, and LAN/WAN Management/Manager
Web Page, Digital/Multimedia and Information Resources Design
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Civil Engineering Technology/Technician
Electrical/Electronic/Communications Engr Technology/Technician
Electromechanical Technology/Electromechanical Engineering Tech
Heating/AC/Refrigeration Technology/Technician
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Child Development
LIBERAL ARTS
General Studies
Historic Preservation and Conservation
Library Assistant/Technician
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Medical Transcription/Transcriptionist
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Medical Insurance Coding Specialist/Coder
Medical/Clinical Assistant
Psychiatric/Mental Health Services Technician
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
Tool and Die Technology/Technician
Welding Technology/Welder
REAL ESTATE AND CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT
Real Estate
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Corrections
Fire Protection and Safety Technology/Technician
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Belmont Technical College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of degree programs (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 4% |  |
| % of degrees in nursing and emergency medicine (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 15% | |
| % of degrees in engineering technician (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 16% | |
| % of degrees in computer science and engineering (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 19% | |
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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