CDL schools in Pennsylvania

We found 14 schools offering CDL & truck driving training in Pennsylvania, with campuses in Pittsburgh, Essington, Monessen, and Forty Fort and more. Truck drivers in Pennsylvania earn a median $58,580 a year, according to the BLS.

Schools
14
Public colleges
3
Median pay in PA
$58,580
Cities with schools
3

14 CDL & truck driving schools

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  1. All-State Career School - Essington

    Essington, PA · Private

    • CDL & truck driving
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +5

  2. All-State Career School-Pittsburgh

    West Mifflin, PA · Private

    • CDL & truck driving
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding

  3. Douglas Education Center

    Monessen, PA · Private

    • CDL & truck driving
    • Cosmetology
    • Massage therapy
    • +2

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  5. Fortis Institute - Forty Fort

    Forty Fort, PA · Private

    • CDL & truck driving
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +1

  6. Institute of Medical Careers

    Pittsburgh, PA · Private

    • CDL & truck driving
    • Welding
    • Medical assistant
    • +3

  7. Miller-Motte College-Berks Technical Institute

    Wyomissing, PA · Private

    • CDL & truck driving
    • HVAC technician
    • Medical assistant
    • +4

  8. Miller-Motte College-Berks Technical Institute-Allentown

    Allentown, PA · Private

    • CDL & truck driving
    • HVAC technician
    • Medical assistant
    • +2

  9. Miller-Motte College-Berks Technical Institute-Lewisburg

    Lewisburg, PA · Private

    • CDL & truck driving
    • Medical assistant
    • Medical billing & coding
    • +1

  10. New Castle School of Trades

    New Castle, PA · Private

    • CDL & truck driving
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +7

  11. Penn Commercial Business/Technical School

    Washington, PA · Private

    • CDL & truck driving
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +8

  12. Rosedale Technical College

    Pittsburgh, PA · Private

    • CDL & truck driving
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +5

  13. Schuylkill Technology Center

    Frackville, PA · Public

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

  14. Somerset County Technology Center

    Somerset, PA · Public

    • CDL & truck driving
    • HVAC technician
    • Automotive technician
    • +5

  15. York County School of Technology-Adult & Continuing Education

    York, PA · Public

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

CDL schools by city

What truck drivers earn in Pennsylvania

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

Truck driver salary in PennsylvaniaHow to become a truck driver

Median pay
$58,580
$28.16 an hour
Typical range
$43,560–$78,330
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in PA
87,550
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 Pennsylvania?

We list 14 schools in Pennsylvania with CDL & truck driving programs: 3 public colleges, 1 private nonprofit school, and 10 private career schools. Campuses are in Pittsburgh, Essington, Monessen, Forty Fort, and West Mifflin.

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

Yes. 3 public colleges in Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania?

Among the 14 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $6,797 to $27,348. 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 Pennsylvania?

The median pay for truck drivers in Pennsylvania is $58,580 a year, and most earn between $43,560 and $78,330, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

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

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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