CDL school cost in Texas (2026)
Texas community and technical colleges post Class A CDL program prices from about $3,435 to $5,500. Every price below is copied from the school's own page or an official state training listing, with a link. These are named programs, not a statewide average.
Checked 2026-10-27 by Jake R. Prices change, so get a written, itemized quote. FMCSA does not publish tuition; we only report each school's FMCSA Training Provider Registry status. Private schools set their own prices.
Public college and official-listing programs
| Public program | Clock hours | Tuition | Estimated total / notes | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alvin Community College CDL Training (Class A), continuing education | — | $3,435.00 in-district / $3,575.00 out-of-district | Tuition & fees. Excludes DOT physical, CLP ($25) and Type II MVR report. | official page |
| South Texas College Professional Truck Driver I (Class A), CVOP 1013 · 2027 sections | 160 | $4,304.70 | Includes insurance, DOT physical and drug screen. | official page |
| Del Mar College (Corpus Christi) Class A CDL | — | $4,800 | Class A non-air brake $3,600; Class B $2,800; HAZMAT $159. | official page |
| Alamo Colleges (San Antonio) Professional Truck Driver (CDL), Class A · 2025-2026 | — | $5,000–$5,500 (by training site) | Textbooks and certification exam voucher(s) included. Class B passenger $3,500; refresher $2,700. | official page |
Costs copied from each school's official page, checked 2026-10-27. Fees change, so confirm with the school. Private schools set their own prices. Ask for a written, itemized quote.
What drives the price
- Class A vs. Class B. Where a school lists both, Class B costs less.
- What's included. DOT physical, learner's permit, driving record and test fees are often extra. Check the notes column.
- Funding. WIOA through your local workforce board, and the GI Bill® for veterans, can cover some or all of the cost. See how to pay for CDL school.
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