Maryland CDL, explained

The Maryland MVA sets the rules for CDL licensing. Here's exactly what you'll need, what it costs, and how our program fits in.

Eligibility

Must be 18+ (21+ for interstate), hold a valid Maryland driver's license, and pass a DOT medical exam.

Timeline

Learner's permit → 14-day minimum hold → skills test. Our 4-week program covers the full path.

MVA Fees

CDL knowledge test $50 · Skills test $90 · License issuance ~$85. Not included in our tuition.

ELDT Required

Federal Entry-Level Driver Training is mandatory for first-time CDL applicants. Our curriculum is FMCSA-registered.

Testing centers we prep for

Our curriculum aligns with these Maryland MVA CDL test locations:

Glen Burnie MVA
Gaithersburg MVA
Beltsville MVA
Waldorf MVA
Frederick MVA
Hagerstown MVA
Cumberland MVA
Salisbury MVA
Easton MVA
Maryland MVA Commercial Drivers page