CDL schools in South Carolina
Looking for CDL & truck driving schools in South Carolina? There are 6, including 4 public colleges and 2 private career schools. Truck drivers in South Carolina earn a median $51,130 a year, according to the BLS.
- Schools
- 6
- Public colleges
- 4
- Median pay in SC
- $51,130
6 CDL & truck driving schools
School results
Miller-Motte College-Charleston
Charleston, SC · Private
- CDL & truck driving
- Medical assistant
- Medical billing & coding
Miller-Motte College-Conway
Conway, SC · Private
- CDL & truck driving
- Medical assistant
- Medical billing & coding
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What truck drivers earn in South Carolina
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
Truck driver salary in South CarolinaHow to become a truck driver
- Median pay
- $51,130
- $24.58 an hour
- Typical range
- $39,330–$77,070
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in SC
- 34,170
- 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 South Carolina?
We list 6 schools in South Carolina with CDL & truck driving programs: 4 public colleges and 2 private career schools. Campuses are in Charleston, Greenville, Conway, Cheraw, and Orangeburg.
Are there community college CDL & truck driving programs in South Carolina?
Yes. 4 public colleges in South Carolina 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 South Carolina?
Among the 4 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $1,406 to $11,713. 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 South Carolina?
The median pay for truck drivers in South Carolina is $51,130 a year, and most earn between $39,330 and $77,070, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
How do I choose a CDL & truck driving school in South Carolina?
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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- HVAC schools (14)
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- CNA classes (12)
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- Construction schools (10)
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CDL schools in other states
- Georgia (21)
- Illinois (17)
- Florida (16)
- Pennsylvania (14)
- Kentucky (13)
- Tennessee (13)
- Texas (12)
- Arkansas (11)
- Kansas (9)
- Ohio (9)
- Utah (9)
- Wisconsin (9)
- Mississippi (8)
- Washington (7)
- California (6)
- North Carolina (6)