160 Driving Academy

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About 160 Driving Academy

160 Driving Academy is the largest independent commercial truck driving school network in the United States, with over 140 locations across 43 states. Founded in 2012 by Steve Gold, the company trained over 35,000 students in 2022 alone. The Los Angeles-area operation serves the greater Southern California region with CDL Class A training that can be completed in as little as four weeks. The program totals 160 hours: 40 hours of classroom instruction covering the written CDL exam material and 120 hours of behind-the-wheel training on local roads and highways. The student-to-teacher ratio is 4:1, one of the best in the industry. Night and weekend classes are available for working professionals. Training uses day cab tractors, and students use school equipment for their road tests. Tuition typically ranges from $4,000 to $6,000 for the full 160-hour program, though roughly 80% of students qualify for company sponsorship and graduate debt-free. Additional financial aid options include WIOA grants (covering up to 100% of tuition), Climb Credit loans, Edly Income Share Agreements, Liberty Career Finance, and FreeWorld assistance for justice-involved individuals. Free ELDT courses are included. The school also offers CDL refresher courses and Hazmat certification. The academy boasts a 5.0 out of 5 rating based on over 3,000 reviews. Job placement assistance is provided through partnerships with 30+ trucking companies, and graduates report average starting salaries of $55,990. The school is FMCSA-licensed and compliant with Entry Level Driver Training requirements. Note: The nearest physical location may be the San Bernardino campus at 141 N Arrowhead Ave, Suite 3, San Bernardino, CA 92408.

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