CDL schools in Arkansas

We found 11 schools offering CDL & truck driving training in Arkansas, with campuses in Mountain Home, Newport, Pocahontas, and Batesville and more. Truck drivers in Arkansas earn a median $51,550 a year, according to the BLS.

Schools
11
Public colleges
11
Median pay in AR
$51,550

11 CDL & truck driving schools

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  1. Arkansas State University - Mountain Home

    Mountain Home, AR · Public

    • CDL & truck driving
    • Welding
    • CNC machining
    • +10

  2. Arkansas State University - Newport

    Newport, AR · Public

    • CDL & truck driving
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +13

  3. Arkansas State University Mid-South

    West Memphis, AR · Public

    • CDL & truck driving
    • Welding
    • CNC machining
    • +12

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  5. Black River Technical College

    Pocahontas, AR · Public

    • CDL & truck driving
    • Welding
    • CNC machining
    • +12

  6. East Arkansas Community College

    Forrest City, AR · Public

    • CDL & truck driving
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +13

  7. North Arkansas College

    Harrison, AR · Public

    • CDL & truck driving
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +15

  8. Phillips Community College of the University of Arkansas

    Helena, AR · Public

    • CDL & truck driving
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +11

  9. Southeast Arkansas College

    Pine Bluff, AR · Public

    • CDL & truck driving
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +10

  10. University of Arkansas at Monticello

    Monticello, AR · Public

    • CDL & truck driving
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +9

  11. University of Arkansas Community College - Batesville

    Batesville, AR · Public

    • CDL & truck driving
    • HVAC technician
    • Carpentry
    • +13

  12. University of Arkansas-Pulaski Technical College

    North Little Rock, AR · Public

    • CDL & truck driving
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +20

What truck drivers earn in Arkansas

Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.

Truck driver salary in ArkansasHow to become a truck driver

Median pay
$51,550
$24.79 an hour
Typical range
$36,770–$81,110
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in AR
32,220
Job growth, 2025–35
+3.8%
214,500 openings a year (U.S.)

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, and Employment Projections.

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Frequently asked questions

How many CDL & truck driving schools are in Arkansas?

We list 11 schools in Arkansas with CDL & truck driving programs: 11 public colleges. Campuses are in Mountain Home, Newport, Pocahontas, Batesville, and West Memphis.

Are there community college CDL & truck driving programs in Arkansas?

Yes. 11 public colleges in Arkansas offer CDL & truck driving. Public programs often cost less and are usually eligible for federal financial aid. Confirm costs and aid with each school.

How much does CDL & truck driving school cost in Arkansas?

Among the 11 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $4,848 to $19,038. That figure covers the whole school, not just this program, so ask each school for the program's total cost.

How much do truck drivers make in Arkansas?

The median pay for truck drivers in Arkansas is $51,550 a year, and most earn between $36,770 and $81,110, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

How do I choose a CDL & truck driving school in Arkansas?

Ask each school about accreditation, total cost after financial aid, hands-on lab hours, certification exam prep, class sizes and job placement. Request info from two or three schools so you can compare their answers side by side.

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