Verified tuition, cheapest to most expensive
| School | Published tuition |
|---|---|
| Center for Employment Education | $7,820✔ VerifiedSource: ELDT Class A theory $250, behind-the-wheel skills with road test $7,500, and DOT drug test $70. Training is by appointment when available. · confirmed via email inquiry, 2026-08-31 · 2026-08-31 |
| Northern Industrial Training, LLC - Fairbanks | $9,500✔ VerifiedSource: All-inclusive 160-hour Class A course for students with little or no experience. A Trucks Only version is $500 less for students who already hold an unrestricted Class A CLP and completed ELDT theory. · confirmed via email inquiry, 2026-09-03 · 2026-09-03 |
The cheapest route is usually $0
Sticker price rarely equals what you pay. Two paths bring most students to little or nothing out of pocket:
- WIOA workforce grants. If you're unemployed or underemployed, a WIOA grant administered through your state's workforce development board can cover most or all tuition at an approved school. Free CDL training in Fairbanks →
- Company-sponsored training. Many carriers pay tuition upfront in exchange for a driving commitment. How company-sponsored training works →
What the price should include
A complete Class A program should cover the ELDT curriculum (theory + behind-the-wheel range and road time) and testing prep. Ask whether the quote includes the DOT physical, drug screen, permit fees, and state skills-test fee — some schools bundle these, some don't.
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