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CLEVELAND METRO GUIDE · 2026

CDL schools in Cleveland

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

AREA COVEREDCleveland 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 Ohio education, workforce or career-school agency.

CLEVELAND PROVIDER DIRECTORY

CDL schools and training providers

39 provider records shown

School & contactVerificationEducation licenseWebsite
01

MTC Truck Driver Training-Akron

Akron+1 440-340-3818
CDL training providerFMCSA-listed*
VerifyApplicable state education agency
Contact school directly
02

Hamrick School

Medina+1 330-239-2229
CDL training providerFMCSA-listed*
VerifyApplicable state education agency
Contact school directly
03

Akron Driving Academy

Akron+1 330-409-9184
CDL training providerFMCSA-listed*
VerifyApplicable state education agency
Contact school directly
04

160 Driving Academy - Akron

Akron
CDL training providerFMCSA-listed*
VerifyApplicable state education agency
Contact school directly
05

Cuyahoga Community College CDL Training Program

Euclid
CDL training providerFMCSA-listed*
VerifyApplicable state education agency
Contact school directly
06

160 Driving Academy - Cleveland

Cleveland
CDL training providerFMCSA-listed*
VerifyApplicable state education agency
Contact school directly
07

LDG Truck Driving School

Avon+1 440-665-1171
CDL training providerFMCSA-listed*
VerifyApplicable state education agency
Contact school directly
08

Lorain County Adult Career Center

Oberlin+1 440-774-1051
CDL training providerFMCSA-listed*
VerifyApplicable state education agency
Contact school directly
09

160 Driving Academy - Akron

Medina
CDL training providerFMCSA-listed*
VerifyApplicable state education agency
Contact school directly
10

Prime CDL training center LLC

Parma
CDL training providerFMCSA-listed*
VerifyApplicable state education agency
Contact school directly
11

Great Lakes CDL Training LLC

Columbia Station+1 440-236-3436
CDL training provider
VerifyApplicable state education agency
Contact school directly
12

Great Lakes Truck Driving School, Inc.

Columbia Station+1 440-236-3436
CDL training provider
VerifyApplicable state education agency
Contact school directly
13

Polaris Career Center

Middleburg Heights+1 330-723-6393
CDL training provider
VerifyApplicable state education agency
Contact school directly
14

University

Hunting Valley+1 330-723-6393
CDL training provider
VerifyApplicable state education agency
Contact school directly
15

Cleveland Heights-University Heights

University Heights+1 330-723-6393
CDL training provider
VerifyApplicable state education agency
Contact school directly
16

Gilmour Academy

Gates Mills+1 330-723-6393
CDL training provider
VerifyApplicable state education agency
Contact school directly
17

United Trucking School

Solon+1 216-308-9596
CDL training provider
VerifyApplicable state education agency
Contact school directly
18

BeUnited Trans Training LLP

Solon+1 937-219-7266
CDL training provider
VerifyApplicable state education agency
Contact school directly
19

KIRTLAND SCHOOLS

Kirtland+1 440-536-5574
CDL training provider
VerifyApplicable state education agency
Contact school directly
20

KENSTON LOCAL SCHOOLS

Chagrin Falls+1 440-536-5574
CDL training provider
VerifyApplicable state education agency
Contact school directly
21

STREETSBORO CITY SCHOOLS

Streetsboro+1 440-536-5574
CDL training provider
VerifyApplicable state education agency
Contact school directly
22

Copley-Fairlawn City Schools

Akron+1 440-536-5574
CDL training provider
VerifyApplicable state education agency
Contact school directly
23

CRESTWOOD LOCAL SCHOOLS

Mantua+1 440-536-5574
CDL training provider
VerifyApplicable state education agency
Contact school directly
24

CARDINAL LOCAL SCHOOLS

Middlefield+1 440-536-5574
CDL training provider
VerifyApplicable state education agency
Contact school directly
25

BARBERTON CITY SCHOOLS

Barberton+1 440-536-5574
CDL training provider
VerifyApplicable state education agency
Contact school directly
26

Perry Local Schools

Perry+1 440-259-3005
CDL training provider
VerifyApplicable state education agency
Contact school directly
27

PERRY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Perry+1 440-536-5574
CDL training provider
VerifyApplicable state education agency
Contact school directly
28

James A Garfield Local Schools

Garrettsville+1 440-536-5574
CDL training provider
VerifyApplicable state education agency
Contact school directly
29

ROOTSTOWN LOCAL SCHOOLS

Rootstown+1 440-536-5574
CDL training provider
VerifyApplicable state education agency
Contact school directly
30

Wertz Geotechnical Engineering

Doylestown+1 330-328-5613
CDL training provider
VerifyApplicable state education agency
Contact school directly
31

Madison Local Schools

Madison+1 330-369-6060
CDL training provider
VerifyApplicable state education agency
Contact school directly
32

WINDHAM EXEMPTED VILLAGE SCHOOLS

Windham+1 440-536-5574
CDL training provider
VerifyApplicable state education agency
Contact school directly
33

GREEN LOCAL SCHOOLS

North Canton+1 440-536-5574
CDL training provider
VerifyApplicable state education agency
Contact school directly
34

WATERLOO LOCAL SCHOOLS

Atwater+1 440-536-5574
CDL training provider
VerifyApplicable state education agency
Contact school directly
35

Grand Valley Local School

Orwell+1 440-805-4568
CDL training provider
VerifyApplicable state education agency
Contact school directly
36

Grand Valley Local School Bus Garage

Orwell+1 440-805-4568
CDL training provider
VerifyApplicable state education agency
Contact school directly
37

Geneva Area City Schools

Geneva+1 440-536-5574
CDL training provider
VerifyApplicable state education agency
Contact school directly
38

WEST GEAUGA LOCAL SCHOOLS

Chesterland+1 440-536-5574
CDL training provider
VerifyApplicable state education agency
Contact school directly
39

NORTON CITY SCHOOLS

Norton+1 440-536-5574
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.

CLEVELAND 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.

CLEVELAND CDL SCHOOL FAQ

Questions students should ask

How much does CDL school cost in Cleveland?

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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