Options to Manage CDL Cost
Financial Assistance at Phoenix Truck Driving School
At Phoenix Truck Driving School, we understand that not everyone can afford to pay for the cost of CDL training upfront. Financial assistance may be available for those who qualify, and many trucking companies will reimburse the cost of your training. Qualified veterans may use the GI Bill® to obtain the necessary qualifications and certifications for quality and stable employment opportunities in the transportation industry.
GI BILL®**
Phoenix Truck Driving School students who qualify for the Montgomery GI Bill® and the Post-9/11 GI Bill® can receive tuition assistance and a monthly subsistence payment while attending truck driving school. The Post-9/11 GI Bill® may be transferred to your spouse or children if you meet specific requirements. Qualified individuals can receive up to $25,000 annually in tuition assistance and may be eligible for 15 years after separation.
Montgomery GI Bill® (Chapter 30)
Qualified veterans can collect a monthly subsistence payment. Eligibility lasts for 10 years after separation.
Post-9/11 GI Bill® (Chapter 33)
Qualified veterans can receive over $20,000 in tuition assistance annually (Aug 1 – July 31). Eligibility lasts for 15 years after separation. May be transferred to spouse or children if the veteran meets specific requirements. GI Bill® benefits provide living expenses directly to the veteran while in school.
Veterans Vocational Rehabilitation (Chapter 31)
You may be qualified if you were injured while in the military.
Guard and Reserve Members
You may be eligible for GI Bill® benefits.
You may qualify for state military educational benefits.
Survivors and Dependents Educational Assistance Program (Chapter 35)
Spouses and dependent children ages 18-26 of deceased or 100 percent disabled veterans are eligible for educational assistance if the veteran’s death or disability was service-connected.
Spouses of Active Duty Personnel-MyCAA (Military Spouse Program)
Eligible military spouses may receive up to $4,000 of MyCAA Financial Assistance (FA) that can help them pursue education, training, licenses, certificates, and degrees leading to employment.
More detailed information can be found here: https://aiportal.acc.af.mil/mycaa/
SKILLBRIDGE
The Department of Defense SkillBridge Program allows active duty service members who are within 180 days of separation or retirement the opportunity to attend one of our training programs. Upon command approval the service member, while still on active duty, will be able to attend training on orders. This allows the service member to focus on the training being provided and allows for a smoother reintegration process.
SkillBridge Requirements:
- Be within 180 days of separation at the start of the program
- Have Command Approval (Military Branch Specific)
- Anticipated Honorable or General under Honorable Conditions Discharge
Please contact our local schools Admissions Representative for more details.
CHAPTER 35 EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
Under the Survivors and Dependents Educational Assistance Program (Chapter 35), spouses and dependent children between the ages of 18 and 26 of deceased or 100% disabled veterans are eligible for educational assistance if the veteran’s death or disability was service-related.
Learn More About Available Financial Assistance
If you are interested in learning more about financial assistance options, one of our advisors will be happy to answer any questions you may have. We can discuss whether you might qualify for GI Bill® funding or if there is another way to manage the cost of CDL training. It is our goal to make the transition from military service into the rewarding trucking industry as easy as possible for you.
To learn more about options to cover CDL cost, contact us today.
**GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). More information about education benefits offered by VA is available at the official U.S. government website at http://www.benefits.va.gov/
