CDL schools in Michigan

Looking for CDL & truck driving schools in Michigan? There are 3, including 2 public colleges and 1 private career school. Truck drivers in Michigan earn a median $57,180 a year, according to the BLS.

Schools
3
Public colleges
2
Median pay in MI
$57,180

3 CDL & truck driving schools

School results

  1. Gogebic Community College

    Ironwood, MI · Public

    • CDL & truck driving
    • Welding
    • Automotive technician
    • +6

  2. U.S. Truck Driver Training School

    Sterling Heights, MI · Private

    • CDL & truck driving

  3. Wayne County Community College

    Detroit, MI · Public

    • CDL & truck driving
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +18

What truck drivers earn in Michigan

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

Truck driver salary in MichiganHow to become a truck driver

Median pay
$57,180
$27.49 an hour
Typical range
$40,280–$73,980
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in MI
60,800
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 Michigan?

We list 3 schools in Michigan with CDL & truck driving programs: 2 public colleges and 1 private career school. Campuses are in Detroit, Ironwood, and Sterling Heights.

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

Yes. 2 public colleges in Michigan 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 Michigan?

Among the 2 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $5,397 to $7,656. 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 Michigan?

The median pay for truck drivers in Michigan is $57,180 a year, and most earn between $40,280 and $73,980, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

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

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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