CDL schools in Wisconsin

Looking for CDL & truck driving schools in Wisconsin? There are 9, including 9 public colleges. Truck drivers in Wisconsin earn a median $58,610 a year, according to the BLS.

Schools
9
Public colleges
9
Median pay in WI
$58,610
Cities with schools
3

9 CDL & truck driving schools

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  1. Blackhawk Technical College

    Janesville, WI · Public

    • CDL & truck driving
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +22

  2. Chippewa Valley Technical College

    Eau Claire, WI · Public

    • CDL & truck driving
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +29

  3. Fox Valley Technical College

    Appleton, WI · Public

    • CDL & truck driving
    • Electrician
    • Plumbing
    • +34

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  5. Gateway Technical College

    Kenosha, WI · Public

    • CDL & truck driving
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +30

  6. Milwaukee Area Technical College

    Milwaukee, WI · Public

    • CDL & truck driving
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +36

  7. Moraine Park Technical College

    Fond du Lac, WI · Public

    • CDL & truck driving
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +22

  8. Northcentral Technical College

    Wausau, WI · Public

    • CDL & truck driving
    • Electrician
    • Plumbing
    • +27

  9. Northwood Technical College

    Shell Lake, WI · Public

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

  10. Waukesha County Technical College

    Pewaukee, WI · Public

    • CDL & truck driving
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +25

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What truck drivers earn in Wisconsin

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

Truck driver salary in WisconsinHow to become a truck driver

Median pay
$58,610
$28.18 an hour
Typical range
$44,920–$76,380
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in WI
53,330
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 Wisconsin?

We list 9 schools in Wisconsin with CDL & truck driving programs: 9 public colleges. Campuses are in Janesville, Eau Claire, Shell Lake, Pewaukee, and Appleton.

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

Yes. 9 public colleges in Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin?

Among the 9 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $8,989 to $12,928. 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 Wisconsin?

The median pay for truck drivers in Wisconsin is $58,610 a year, and most earn between $44,920 and $76,380, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

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

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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