There's more than one way to fund your trucking career. From no-credit-check financing to payment plans and funding sources worth asking about, here's how students cover the cost of training - with no surprises on what it really costs.
The fastest path for most students. Finance your tuition with no credit check, get approved on the spot, and spread payments over up to six months - while every on-time payment builds your credit.
Paying for CDL training shouldn't be the thing that stops you. The good news is you have options - and you don't have to figure them out alone. For most students, no-credit-check financing through CREDEE is the fastest, simplest path, letting you start training now and pay over time. But it isn't the only door open to you.
Some drivers spread their tuition across an extended payment plan. Others may have access to employer-sponsored training, workforce grants, or veterans funding worth looking into. And no matter how you pay, we keep the real numbers - tuition and student fees - right out in the open so you always know exactly what you're committing to. Here's a closer look at each path.
Don't want to pay everything up front? You don't have to. Through CREDEE you can break your tuition into manageable monthly payments and start training right away instead of waiting until you've saved the full amount.
Split your tuition into smaller payments across up to six months instead of one lump sum.
Lock in your start date now - no need to wait until you've saved every dollar of tuition.
Use our payment calculator to estimate your monthly cost before you commit.
Depending on your situation, you may have other ways to cover training costs. We can't promise what you'll qualify for - but it's always worth asking. Tell our team your background and we'll help you explore whether any of these apply to you.
Some carriers and companies will help pay for a new driver's CDL training. If you have an employer in mind, ask our team if you may qualify for employer-sponsored support.
Workforce development programs such as WIOA help some eligible job-seekers fund career training. Ask our team if you may qualify and we'll help you look into it.
Veterans may have funding available toward career and trade training. If you've served, ask our team if you may qualify and what steps to take next.
No hidden costs. Here's the full picture - your tuition plus the student fees that aren't part of tuition. Knowing both up front means no surprises when you enroll.
| Program | Automatic | Manual |
|---|---|---|
| CDL Class A | $4,000 | $4,500 |
| CDL Class B | $3,500 | $4,000 |
| CDL Refresher | $2,500 | |
Both Class A and Class B run 160 hours over about four weeks. Financed amounts differ from cash - see tuition assistance.
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| DOT medical certificate | ~$100 |
| Registration | $150 |
| Housing (if needed) | From $125 / week |
| DMV fees | Vary by state |
NC residents: a CDL permit is not required to start training. We guide you through the permit tests during the course.
Why lay it all out like this? Because choosing a CDL school is a real decision, and you deserve to make it with the full picture. Tuition is the biggest line item, but those student fees are part of getting on the road too - so we'd rather you see them now than be surprised later. Add it up, compare it to what a four-week path to a new career is worth, and the value speaks for itself.
If anything here raises a question - whether financing is right for you, whether you might qualify for other funding, or what your real out-of-pocket cost looks like - just ask. Call us at (888) 878-9986 or send the form and our team will give you straight answers and help you build a plan that fits your situation.
Apply or call and our team will walk you through financing, payment plans, and any funding you may qualify for.