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CHICAGO METRO GUIDE · 2026

CDL schools in Chicago

Research commercial-driver training across the Chicago metro area and build a shortlist based on verified facts—not paid rankings.

AREA COVEREDChicago metro
LICENSE PATHSClass A · Class B
FEDERAL REQUIREMENTELDT when applicable
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THE SHORT ANSWER

Choose a school by verified licensing, training time and total cost.

Start with schools you can realistically attend, then compare state authorization, FMCSA Training Provider Registry status, supervised driving practice, testing arrangements and every fee in writing.

IMPORTANT BEFORE YOU ENROLL

Verify that the school is properly licensed.

State education or career-school authorization helps confirm that a paid training provider and its location may legally operate. Checking before you sign can reduce the risk of unapproved instruction, unclear refund terms or unusable training records.

01Check the exact legal name and training address.
02Confirm your Class A or Class B program is covered.
03Save the current listing and written enrollment terms.
TWO SEPARATE CHECKSCheck the FMCSA Training Provider Registry

Also verify authorization with the applicable Illinois education, workforce or career-school agency.

CHICAGO PROVIDER DIRECTORY

CDL schools and training providers

56 provider records shown

School & contactVerificationEducation licenseWebsite
01

ALAMO TRUCK DRIVING SCHOOL

CHICAGO+1 708-793-5511
CDL training providerFMCSA-listed*5.0 ★ · 3 reviews
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02

BULLDOG DRIVING SCHOOL (YARD)

Chicago+1 708-456-0007
CDL training providerFMCSA-listed*
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03

All Pro Truck Driving School LLC

Chicago+1 773-581-9376
CDL training providerFMCSA-listed*
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04

School Bus Operations

Chicago+1 773-254-5545
CDL training providerFMCSA-listed*
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05

Mid-City Truck Driving Academy Inc.

chicago+1 773-725-3000
CDL training providerFMCSA-listed*
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06

Mexico-Juarez Driving School

Chicago+1 312-243-1841
CDL training providerFMCSA-listed*
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07

Juarez Driving School

Chicago+1 312-243-1841
CDL training providerFMCSA-listed*
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08

America Business College

Chicago+1 773-650-1010
CDL training providerFMCSA-listed*
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09

Progressive Truck Driving School, INC (Cicero)

Cicero+1 773-736-5522
CDL training providerFMCSA-listed*
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10

Expert Driving School, Inc.

Chicago+1 312-829-2400
CDL training providerFMCSA-listed*
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11

America Business College

Cicero+1 773-650-1010
CDL training providerFMCSA-listed*
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12

COLUMBIA DRIVING SCHOOL

Chicago+1 773-735-1775
CDL training providerFMCSA-listed*
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13

Progressive Truck Driving School, INC (Belmont)

Chicago+1 773-736-5522
CDL training providerFMCSA-listed*
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14

Compass Transportation

Chicago+1 773-279-9110
CDL training providerFMCSA-listed*
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15

BLUE HORIZON CO

CHICAGO+1 773-788-1199
CDL training providerFMCSA-listed*
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16

BULLDOG DRIVING SCHOOL (CHICAGO)

Chicago+1 708-456-0007
CDL training providerFMCSA-listed*
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17

Olive-Harvey College/City Colleges of Chicago

Chicago+1 773-291-6490
CDL training providerFMCSA-listed*
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18

Clutch Performance Truck Driving Academy

Chicago+1 877-235-4669
CDL training providerFMCSA-listed*
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19

Transport 911

Morton Grove+1 847-707-4140
CDL training providerFMCSA-listed*
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20

XMAX DRIVING SOLUTIONS LLC

Hickory Hills+1 708-270-8223
CDL training providerFMCSA-listed*
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21

PRO DRIVER CDL SCHOOL - CENTRAL OFFICE

Des Plaines+1 630-284-2807
CDL training providerFMCSA-listed*
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22

ALL IN CDL LLC

Des Plaines+1 773-492-3659
CDL training providerFMCSA-listed*
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23

School City of Hammond

Hammond+1 219-933-2438
CDL training providerFMCSA-listed*
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24

College of DuPage Truck Driving School

Addison+1 630-942-2275
CDL training providerFMCSA-listed*
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25

DESA Logistics Inc

Schaumburg+1 773-844-2934
CDL training providerFMCSA-listed*
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26

GETCDLSCHOOL HOLDINGS LLC

Schaumburg+1 773-636-5094
CDL training providerFMCSA-listed*
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27

HAWK TRUCK DRIVING SCHOOL LLC

PALATINE+1 847-907-4110
CDL training providerFMCSA-listed*
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28

DriveCo CDL Learning Center Gary

Gary+1 219-887-3880
CDL training providerFMCSA-listed*
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29

PRO DRIVER CDL SCHOOL - TRAINING YARD

East Dundee+1 630-284-2807
CDL training providerFMCSA-listed*
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30

SAFE TRUCK PARKING LOCATION

Elgin+1 773-648-0264
CDL training providerFMCSA-listed*
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31

T&T CDL TRAINING ACADEMY PLUS LLC

Joliet+1 815-603-0605
CDL training providerFMCSA-listed*
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32

Elgin Community College

Elgin+1 847-214-7096
CDL training providerFMCSA-listed*
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33

Advantage Driver Training LLC

Joliet+1 815-725-5581
CDL training providerFMCSA-listed*
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34

Eagle Training Services

Crystal Lake+1 847-584-2804
CDL training providerFMCSA-listed*
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35

Minooka Transporation

Minooka+1 815-467-5133
CDL training providerFMCSA-listed*
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36

160 Driving Academy - Bensenville

Chicago
CDL training providerFMCSA-listed*
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37

160 Driving Academy - Chicago

Chicago
CDL training providerFMCSA-listed*
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38

160 Driving Academy - Des Plaines

Des Plaines
CDL training providerFMCSA-listed*
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39

160 Driving Academy

Harvey
CDL training providerFMCSA-listed*
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40

CENTER CASS SCHOOL DISTRICT #66

Downers Grove
CDL training providerFMCSA-listed*
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41

Driving Academy

Gary
CDL training providerFMCSA-listed*
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42

160 Driving Academy

Chicago Heights
CDL training providerFMCSA-listed*
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43

160 Driving Academy

Gary
CDL training providerFMCSA-listed*
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44

160 Driving Academy - Joliet

Joliet
CDL training providerFMCSA-listed*
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45

160 Driving Academy - Waukegan

Waukegan
CDL training providerFMCSA-listed*
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46

160 Driving Academy - Oswego

Montgomery
CDL training providerFMCSA-listed*
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47

160 Driving Academy - Oswego - Range and Road

Montgomery
CDL training providerFMCSA-listed*
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48

DIVISION TRUCK DRIVING SCHOOL

Blue Island+1 847-630-9974
CDL training provider3.0 ★ · 2 reviews
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49

18 Wheeler CDL Driving School

Northbrook+1 312-967-7997
CDL training provider1.0 ★ · 1 reviews
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50

CDL America Inc

Aurora+1 630-299-3434
CDL training provider
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51

BULLDOG DRIVING SCHOOL (NORTH)

Elmwood Park+1 708-456-0007
CDL training provider
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52

Reavis High School Dist. #220

Burbank+1 708-805-3135
CDL training provider
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53

160 Driving Academy - Niles Classroom and Yard

Niles+1 630-474-6615
CDL training provider
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54

Westchester Public Schools

Westchester+1 708-450-2700
CDL training provider
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55

Professional Truck Driving School Yard

Bridgeview+1 708-554-1900
CDL training provider
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Contact school directly
56

Leyden High Schools - District 212

Melrose Park+1 847-561-0296
CDL training provider
VerifyApplicable state education agency
Contact school directly

*FMCSA listing and state education licensing are separate checks. Confirm the exact legal name, location, program, FMCSA status and state authorization before enrollment. Duplicate records were removed.

CHICAGO STUDENT GUIDE

What to compare beyond tuition

Commute and schedule

Confirm start times, weekend or evening availability, attendance rules and makeup policies.

Training format

Separate theory, range, road driving and observation time; ask how many students share each truck.

Testing path

Ask who schedules the skills test, provides the vehicle and charges for retests.

Employment terms

Verify recruiter claims and read any tuition-repayment or employer contract before signing.

CHICAGO CDL SCHOOL FAQ

Questions students should ask

How much does CDL school cost in Chicago?

Costs vary by license class, length and included services. Request a written total covering tuition, permits, screenings, testing and retests.

Is FMCSA registration the same as a state school license?

No. The FMCSA Training Provider Registry relates to federal ELDT requirements; state authorization is a separate check.

Can workforce funding pay for training?

Some eligible students and approved programs may qualify. Contact the relevant local workforce office before enrolling.

Should I train on a manual transmission?

Manual training may help avoid an automatic-transmission restriction, depending on the vehicle used for your skills test.

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