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Truck driving (CDL) schools in Iowa
3 schools in Iowa offer truck driving (CDL) programs (3 of them public), with 3 certificate and 1 associate programs between them.
All truck driving (CDL) programs in Iowa
Sorted by earnings one year after graduation. Click a heading to sort; tuition is the school's yearly tuition and fees (2025-26), in-state for public schools.
| School | Type | Credential | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt | School tuition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northwest Iowa Community CollegeSheldon, IA | Community college | Associate degree | 0 | n/a | $72,286 | n/a | $7,500 |
| Indian Hills Community CollegeOttumwa, IA | Community college | Certificate | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a | $5,232 |
| Northwest Iowa Community CollegeSheldon, IA | Community college | Certificate | 11 | n/a | n/a | n/a | $7,500 |
| Western Iowa Tech Community CollegeSioux City, IA | Public community or technical college | Certificate | 15 | n/a | n/a | n/a | $5,306 |
Cities with the most programs: Sheldon (1), Ottumwa (1), Sioux City (1).
What counts: ground transportation, which includes commercial truck and bus driving.
Frequently asked questions
How many truck driving (CDL) schools are in Iowa?
3 schools in Iowa awarded truck driving (CDL) certificates or associate degrees recently, according to the U.S. Department of Education: 3 certificate and 1 associate programs.
What is the cheapest truck driving (CDL) school in Iowa?
By yearly tuition and fees, Indian Hills Community College in Ottumwa charges $5,232 (2025-26, in-state). Program fees, tools and licensing exams can add to that, so ask the school.
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Truck driving (CDL) schools nationwide
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard (institution and field of study files), data release of October 15, 2026. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working, not enrolled. What each figure covers.