Tuition Options
Invest in yourself
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When compared to other types of education, truck driver training has one of the highest and fastest rates of return on investment! For a very affordable investment, new drivers can begin earning around $60,000 in just their first year on the job!
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Entry-level CDL A drivers average about $69,000/year in Michigan-ZipRecruiter 4/2026​
​Tuition Reimbursement
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Many of the OTR companies we work with offer Tuition Reimbursement. Pay for your tuition up front and the company you work for may reimburse you in monthly installments, no contracts! Speak to a A & B CDL rep to find out more!
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Typical reimbursement: $5,000–$7,000 total-Learn.org-2/2026
​Michigan Works
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Many of our students who can not afford to pay out of pocket have options through their local Michigan Works branch.
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​Who Qualifies​​​
You’re more likely to get approved if you are:
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Low income
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Unemployed or underemployed
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Receiving unemployment, SNAP, or assistance
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Recently laid off
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A veteran or young adult (16–24 programs available)
📌 Priority is often given to people who need help getting into a stable career-Michigan.gov​​
Veteran Benefits
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Since we are a veteran founded company we have a desire to help them transition into this career field as easy as possible. Here are some options if you qualify:
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Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency (MVAA)
What they do:
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Acts as the main hub connecting veterans to benefits and funding
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Can help you access:
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State grants
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Emergency funding
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Training programs
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Michigan Veterans Trust Fund
What it covers:
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Emergency financial assistance for veterans
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In some cases can help with:
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Training costs
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Living expenses while in school
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VA Education Benefits (GI Bill®)
Programs to use:
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Post-9/11 GI Bill
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Montgomery GI Bill
What it covers:
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CDL school tuition
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Monthly housing allowance
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Books & supplies
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Michigan Works! (WIOA + Veteran Priority)
Why this matters:
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Veterans get priority access to funding
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Can cover:
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Full CDL tuition
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Testing fees
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Sometimes gas/transportation
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Veteran Readiness & Employment (VR&E) Chapter 31
Best for:
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Veterans with service-connected disabilities
Covers:
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CDL school (if it aligns with employment plan)
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Career counseling
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Job placement support
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