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Belmont College
St Clairsville, Ohio · Public community college
Address: 68094 Hammond Road, St Clairsville, OH 43950 · Phone: (740) 695-9500 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Belmont College is a public trade school in St Clairsville, Ohio offering welding, radiology/sonography, and phlebotomy programs, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Belmont College's completion rate is 42.6%, below the Ohio state average of 68.8%, with median graduate debt of $8,747 and median earnings of $35,329 ten years after entry, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Annual cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for Belmont College; federal financial aid including FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used, and about 27.1% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Welders, cutters, solderers and brazers | $38,990 | $50,340 | $59,510 |
| Radiologic technologists and technicians | $60,360 | $78,320 | $82,430 |
| Phlebotomists | $36,190 | $39,770 | $46,520 |
| Emergency medical technicians | $34,940 | $40,220 | $47,490 |
| Licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses | $50,030 | $61,950 | $65,900 |
| Medical records specialists | $38,060 | $50,990 | $63,510 |
| Medical assistants | $36,050 | $42,810 | $46,270 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Ohio (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 16 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 13 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 9 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Certificate, 1–2 years | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | Certificate, 1–2 years | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Certificate, 1–2 years | 5 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Precision Metal Working | Associate degree | 4 | not reported | $26,353 | not reported |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Certificate, 1–2 years | 3 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate degree | 2 | not reported | not reported | not reported |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate degree | 2 | not reported | $19,045 | not reported |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Belmont College is a public trade and career training campus in St Clairsville, Ohio. It is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, with additional program-level accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used here. The campus's top programs by completions are welding schools, radiology and sonography programs, and phlebotomy classes, drawn from a total of 10 program families offered.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 42.6%, which is below the Ohio state average of 68.8%. Among graduates, median debt is $8,747 and median earnings 10 years after entry are $35,329. About 27.1% of students receive Pell Grants. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data.
This mix of shorter certificate-style programs like welding and phlebotomy alongside longer allied-health programs such as radiology may suit both new students and adult career changers looking for a public, lower-cost option in a fringe rural setting, though specific program lengths are not detailed here. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status and review full outcome data directly through the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, and confirm program details with the school before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Belmont College offers 10 program families, with the top programs by completions being welding schools, radiology and sonography programs, and phlebotomy classes.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, Belmont College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, with additional program accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 42.6%, which is below the Ohio state average of 68.8%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt among graduates is $8,747, according to federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $35,329, per the College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (740) 695-9500 or visit its website for current tuition.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Belmont College is a public institution, which often means lower published tuition and continued eligibility for state funding compared with for-profit schools.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program lengths are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly to confirm program durations.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can confirm accreditation status and review detailed outcome data through the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at the provided link.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The campus offers both shorter certificate-style programs like welding and phlebotomy and longer allied-health programs like radiology, which may suit adults changing careers, though specific scheduling details are not reported here.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Specific licensing or certification requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school to confirm requirements for your chosen program.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Belmont College at (740) 695-9500 or through its website, belmontcollege.edu.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data on other nearby schools is not reported here; use the College Scorecard link to compare completion rates, costs, and earnings across institutions.
Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.