New Students
If you’re attending college for the first time, and you’re ready to get started at Belmont, just follow the steps below to learn how to begin your degree or certificate. Want to learn more about Belmont before you apply? Schedule a campus visit.
If you’re a College Credit Plus (CCP) student, check out our CCP Enrollment checklist for more details on your next steps.
Apply for admission.
Find the right academic program for you.
Complete an Application for Admission. There’s no fee to apply.
Send your transcripts.
Send official high school or GED and any college transcripts to the Registrar’s Office. Official copies must be sealed and unopened. Need help locating your GED scores?
Apply for financial aid.
Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form. The Belmont College code is 009941. Finalize your FAFSA as early as possible to ensure your financial aid is processed in time to pay for your classes. If you have questions, contact the Financial Aid Office at 740.695.8510 or by email financialaid@belmontcollege.edu.
Attend First-Year Experience (FYE) Orientation.
Our FYE Orientation is designed to help ease your transition to college life. We’ll introduce you to key college personnel and pass along important scheduling and curriculum information.
Register for classes.
You’ll meet with an academic advisor to plan your schedule and make sure you’re in the right courses for your program.
Pay tuition and fees.
If you’re eligible for financial aid, those funds will be applied to your bill. Payment arrangements can be made through the Business Office if you don’t receive financial aid or owe a balance.
Buy your books.
You can now purchase your textbooks online with free shipping to campus! If you have available financial aid to buy books, you’ll receive a book voucher to use at the Campus Shop. Please verify with the Financial Aid Office that your aid has been processed and approved if you plan to use aid funds for books.
Attend classes.
If you’re taking online courses, log into Canvas by the first day of class.