CDL schools in North Dakota

Looking for CDL & truck driving schools in North Dakota? There are 3, including 2 public colleges and 1 private nonprofit school. Truck drivers in North Dakota earn a median $60,910 a year, according to the BLS.

Schools
3
Public colleges
2
Median pay in ND
$60,910

3 CDL & truck driving schools

School results

  1. Cankdeska Cikana Community College

    Fort Totten, ND · Public

    • CDL & truck driving
    • Carpentry

  2. Sitting Bull College

    Fort Yates, ND · Public

    • CDL & truck driving
    • Electrician
    • Welding
    • +4

  3. United Tribes Technical College

    Bismarck, ND · Private

    • CDL & truck driving
    • Welding
    • Automotive technician
    • +2

What truck drivers earn in North Dakota

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

Truck driver salary in North DakotaHow to become a truck driver

Median pay
$60,910
$29.29 an hour
Typical range
$47,990–$83,330
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in ND
11,870
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 North Dakota?

We list 3 schools in North Dakota with CDL & truck driving programs: 2 public colleges and 1 private nonprofit school. Campuses are in Fort Totten, Fort Yates, and Bismarck.

Are there community college CDL & truck driving programs in North Dakota?

Yes. 2 public colleges in North Dakota 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 North Dakota?

Among the 3 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $3,569 to $6,507. 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 North Dakota?

The median pay for truck drivers in North Dakota is $60,910 a year, and most earn between $47,990 and $83,330, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

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

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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