Must not have had any disqualifying suspensions on the driver’s license within the past three years (MI Only).
We recommend that all students verify their eligibility for a CDL prior to enrollment. To confirm, please call the Michigan CDL Help Desk at: (517) 636-7474, Option 4. WI students please call 906-789-6311 to confirm eligibility.
Qualify to obtain a valid Commercial Learner’s Permit (For four weeklong classes this will be obtained the first week of class)
Possess a valid DOT physical with medical card (this can also be obtained the first week of class for four weeklong programs)
Pass A DOT FMCSA 5 panel drug screen (marijuana, THC, cocaine, amphetamines, opioids, and PCP)
Must have the ability to read, write, and speak the English language
A high school diploma or GED is NOT required
All interested individuals must complete an enrollment application and be approved by an admissions representative at the school
By filling out the form below you are certifying under 49 CFR § 391.11(b)(2) that you can read and speak the English language sufficiently to converse with the general public, to understand highway traffic signs and signals in the English language, to respond to official inquiries, and to make entries on reports and records.
Enrollment Application
This is a free application and you will have no obligations by completing and submitting this application. The following application must be completed to apply for enrollment.
Mach is an awesome instructor great job by everyone here all are amazing people made a two week class a accelerated course feel like a breeze
Response from the owner:Thank you for the great feedback! We’re glad Mac and the whole team made your accelerated course such a great experience. We appreciate you choosing us and wish you the best!
I had Frenchie as my instructor for class b cld he has many years experience and it shows his knowledge and direction was lucky to have him as my instructor execelent experience all around. I would highly recommend Midwest Truck Driving School.
Response from the owner:Thank you for the wonderful feedback! We’re so glad Frenchie made your training a great experience. We truly appreciate the recommendation and wish you continued success on the road!
Frenchie and Bill were great to have as instructors they taught us everything we needed to obtain our class B CDL along with great on road direction on being a safe and compliant driver.
Response from the owner:Thank you for the kind words! We’re glad Bill and Frenchie could help prepare you for your Class B CDL and a safe, successful career on the road. Congratulations and best of luck!
Bill and Frenchie were great to work with. Great hands on training.
Response from the owner:Thank you so much for the kind words! It was a pleasure working with you. We’re glad you enjoyed the hands-on training, and we truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. Wishing you all the best moving forward!
Midwest truck driver school, everyone was nice to the students, it was nice to meet new people and my instructor was Mac, he was teaching me about stuff on the semi truck, we had a great fun blast on the road trip up to Marquette, MI.
Response from the owner:Thank you for the awesome review! We’re glad you enjoyed your time with us, learned a lot with Mac, and had a great trip to Marquette. We appreciate you choosing Midwest Truck Driver School!
Customized a 1 week class A non-restricted class for me. First day I was extremely overwhelmed but Mac was by my side helping me through it! On day 3 I am leaving a lot less nervous about everything you need to remember! Learning manual along with all of the book work and wording can be a lot but this school will spend the time with you to help you succeed on test day.
Response from the owner:Thank you for sharing your experience! We’re so glad Mac could help you feel more confident throughout the process. We’re cheering you on for test day!
Frenchy was my instructor and he did a great job teaching me. Didn’t expect to drive on my first day but He’s a hands on teacher and that’s the best way I learn. Highly recommend this school.
Response from the owner:Thank you for the great review! We’re so glad Frenchy made your first-day experience hands-on and enjoyable. We truly appreciate the recommendation!
School was great ! Frenchy was my instructor was very hands on and I was driving faster than I figured I would be. Great school and great people. Would suggest this school to anyone !
Response from the owner:Thank you so much for the kind words! We’re thrilled you had such a great experience with Frenchy and enjoyed your time with us. Wishing you many safe miles ahead!
Gotta love Midwest!! I’m getting plenty of hands on training. The instructors are knowledgeable an eager to help you absorb the information required. I highly recommend this institution to anyone trying to get quality training from people that actually care.
Response from the owner:Thank you for the awesome review! We’re thrilled you’re getting plenty of hands-on training and enjoying your time with our instructors. We truly appreciate the recommendation—keep up the great work!
Very good school. Great instructors, would 10/10 recommend to anyone looking to get their CDL!
Response from the owner:Thanks for the awesome review and the 10/10 recommendation! We’re glad our instructors helped make the CDL journey a great one. Now go put that license to work—and remember, with great horsepower comes great responsibility! We appreciate you choosing Midwest!
The best part was driving the truck all over and the first week does gets to be a lot but after that it becomes very easy. For the final test you are the teacher teaching the DMV tester poeple. All you need to do is study and study throughout the weeks.
Response from the owner:Thank you for sharing your experience! We’re glad you enjoyed getting plenty of time behind the wheel and found the training became easier as the weeks went on. Studying and staying focused really does make all the difference. Congratulations on your success, and thank you for choosing Midwest!
All I have to say is Please GO HERE!! Very fun time, I'm sad its over. Really good instructors, Bill, Tim, Mac, Bob, the desk ladies and Ian. They have this school dialed and always keeping up with the dumb Michigan laws. I wanna personally thank you, couldn't say it enough. If there were more stars to give I'd give em all to this place, dont even have to compare to other places. Thank you Bill!... Thank you Midwest!!!! Agian dont even give this place any thought just go and I promise you'll love it!!!
Response from the owner:Thank you so much for the amazing review! We’re truly grateful for your kind words about Bill, Tim, Mac, Bob, Ian, and our desk team. It means a lot to know you enjoyed your time with us. Congratulations on your success, and thank you for choosing Midwest! We’ll miss having you around!
Nothing but good things to say. Midwest got me sorted for my class b with the p and s endorsement and all set for my bus route this current school year.my instructor French was fantastic, very in depth and detailed with all the info I needed to know and put everything in an easy to understand and easy to learn way. Would recommend without question for anyone interested in obtaining any level of cdl.👍👍👍
Response from the owner:hank you for the kind words and recommendation! We’re so glad French and the Midwest team could help you feel confident earning your Class B with P & S endorsements. Congratulations, and best of luck on your bus route this school year!
Best decision I’ve ever made, doing this class, instructors are amazing but one instructor in particular is the bees knees, Bill Oglesby, and the secretary’s Courtney and Kay are alright too!!
Response from the owner:Now THIS is the kind of review we love to see! We’re so glad you made the decision to join us! Our instructors give it their all, and Bill Oglesby being the “bees knees” just went straight to his ego. And Courtney and Kat… well, we’ll let them know they’re alright—we don’t want to inflate their egos too much! Keep learning, keep growing, and keep buzzing toward your goals! We’re lucky to have you in the class!
Frenchy our instructor was awesome! Very good teacher and all the office employees and other teachers were wonderful too!
Response from the owner:Thank you so much! We’re thrilled Frenchy and the whole team made your experience a great one! We’re lucky to have such an awesome crew—and even luckier to have awesome students like you!
I took the Class B CDL course with Paul “Frenchy” Perryman. He was a great instructor, and everyone at MTDS in general was great. When I started the course I had never driven a manual before, but the course was very hands on and I was able to get lots of experience driving trucks, parking trucks, and learning the parts of the truck during the week.
Response from the owner:Thank you for the awesome review! We’re so glad Frenchy and the Midwest Truck Driving School team helped you go from never driving a manual to confidently handling a truck! Your hard work paid off—congratulations and keep rolling toward success!
Frenchy is an amazing instructor. The course was hands on and quite informative. Highly recommend
Response from the owner:Thank you so much! We’re thrilled Frenchy helped turn truckin’ into a smooth ride! Hands-on, informative, and hopefully only a little bit of backseat driving. Keep chasing those goals and enjoy the road ahead—you’ve got this!
Shout out to midwestern truck driving school. Everyone from the 2 great ladies Courtney and Kay in the office to all the instructors are amazing and helpful people. I would recommend this school to anyone who is trying to get their cdl.
Response from the owner:Thank you so much for the wonderful shoutout and kind words! We’re so happy to hear that you had such a great experience with our entire team. Courtney, Kay, and all of our instructors truly care about helping our students succeed and feel confident on the road. We greatly appreciate your recommendation and wish you nothing but success in your new CDL career!
