Pay for Truck Driving School
Schneider is committed to both the next generation of truck drivers and those returning to the industry. That’s why we want to make sure the cost of truck driving school doesn’t stand in your way. No matter your financial situation, options are available to help you pay for your initial CDL training or refresher course. Explore them all, then get on the path to start earning money.
Covering the Cost of Truck Driving School
Most schools offer multiple options to pay for the cost of truck driving school or a refresher course including cash payment, scholarships, student loans, grants and Veterans Education Benefits. Take advantage of our tuition reimbursement or other payment assistance options:
$7,000 Tuition Reimbursement
- How to apply:
- While completing CDL training, Search and Apply for a Schneider job
- Eligibility:
- Drivers who have received their Class A CDL or completed a refresher course within 12 months of accepting a job with Schneider
- Questions:
- Contact a Schneider Driver Recruiter at 800-44-PRIDE (800-447-7433)
- Forms needed:
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- Copy of receipt or loan agreement
- Supplier ACH Direct Deposit Form If reimbursement should go directly to the lender
- Education Payroll Deduction Agreement If the loan agreement with a lender is greater than $200 a month and you’d like to automatically deduct the remaining amount from your paycheck
“They have an excellent training program that really prepared me for the job. Their tuition reimbursement program pays my school loan and I was able to obtain VRAP Veterans' financial assistance to live on while I was in training. Thanks Napier!”
Veteran Affairs Education Benefits
- How to apply:
- VA Customer Service 888-442-4551
- Eligibility:
- Varies by benefit — visit www.benefits.va.gov
- Questions:
- VA Customer Service 888-442-4551
Federal Student Aid
- How to apply:
- Fill out a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
- Eligibility:
- Varies — financial aid determined by government
- Questions:
- Contact truck driving school of choice to determine if the educator accepts federal grants for the CDL training program
Workforce Innovation Opportunity Act
- How to apply:
- Local Career Services or WIOA office
- Eligibility:
- Individuals underemployed, unemployed, dislocated
- Questions:
- Contact nearest Career Services office or driving school
Paid CDL Training Program
- How to apply:
- Fill out an application if available near you
- Eligibility:
- Varies
- Questions:
- Contact a Schneider Driver Recruiter at 877-872-1766
Student Financed
- How to apply:
- Through bank or other loan provider
- Eligibility:
- Varies
- Questions:
- Contact bank or provider of choice
Get Prehired
Did you know? You can get pre-hired as a potential Schneider driver before you even step foot in truck driving school. Fax or mail the form, and once it is reviewed and approved, you can use the form to secure loans, grants or other funding for school.
Once you get a CDL, it’s time to get a truck driving job >>