In addition to the Checklist Items required to be accepted to Columbus Technical College, you will have extra requirements that pertain to the CDL program only. The CDL Requirements are listed below with an explanation of each one. Please pay close attention to the requirements that cannot be submitted more than 30 days prior to the start of classes. Classes will begin in March.
You will be communicated with via email and text message as we have a better idea of when the official start date will be. Remember, do not get your 7-year Motor Vehicle Report or DOT Physical/Drug Screen until you get an official start date from us.
Please contact Admissions with questions at 706.649.1847.
CDL Requirements
CDL – Driver’s License – 18 years or older
- Applicants must have a valid driver’s license and be age 18 or older
CDL – Class A Learner’s Permit
- Permit is issued from the Department of Driver Services
- You can download a copy of the study guide here
CDL – 7-year Motor Vehicle Record
- The MVR must be obtained no more than 30 days prior to the start of class
- Cannot have more than 8 points
- Cannot have 4 moving violations within a year
- NO DUI in the last 3 years
CDL – Department of Transportation Physical Exam
- Must have Class A Permit card to obtain
- Must be performed by a doctor that can administer a DOT Physical Exam
CDL – Department of Transportation Drug Screen
- Must have Class A Permit to obtain
- Must be obtained no more than 30 days prior to the start of class
Estimated Costs for a GA Resident – Please note that this estimate does not consider any Financial Aid that a student might be eligible to receive.
| Tuition 9 Credit Hrs. @ $132 | 1,188.00 |
| Registration Fee | 55.00 |
| Activity Fee | 45.00 |
| Campus Safety | 45.00 |
| Instructional Fee | 60.00 |
| Technology Fee | 110.00 |
| Tutorial Fee | 35.00 |
| Student Insurance Fee | 6.00 |
| Drug Test Fee | 240.00 |
| Fuel Fee | 185.00 |
| Total with Mandatory Fees | 1,969.00 |
