CDL Schools in Rhode Island (2026): FMCSA TPR-Registered Providers Directory
Last verified: 2026-04-20. Neutral directory per CDL Editorial Policy.
RI's $58,960 state median (3,330 drivers — small but dense market).3 Boston-metro adjacency + Port of Providence. ELDT at 49 CFR §380 Subpart F requires TPR-registered training.12
Key Takeaways
- TPR search: State = Rhode Island.
- Typical RI tuition (2026): CC $3,000–$6,000; private $4,500–$8,500; company-sponsored $0 + 8–12 mo tenure.
- RI CDL agency: Rhode Island DMV.
Provider Categories
Community college
- Community College of Rhode Island (CCRI) — multiple campuses.
Tuition $3,000–$6,000.
Private CDL schools
- New England Tractor Trailer Training School (NETTTS) — regional.
- 160 Driving Academy — RI presence.
Tuition $4,500–$8,500.
Company-sponsored programs
- Schneider Training Academy — RI operations.
- CVS Health (HQ Woonsocket RI) — dedicated distribution; experienced-driver pathway.
- Hannaford / Stop & Shop dedicated — regional grocery.
Costs + Earnings
CC $3,000–$6,000 / private $4,500–$8,500. State median $58,960.3 Full pay: Truck Driver Salary in Rhode Island.
RI CDL Licensing
Rhode Island CDL Requirements.
FAQs
How much does CDL school cost in RI in 2026? CC $3,000–$6,000; private $4,500–$8,500; company-sponsored $0 + 8–12 month tenure.
Is CVS Health a good Rhode Island post-CDL target? CVS Health (HQ Woonsocket) has significant dedicated distribution. Experienced-driver pathway.
