CDL Schools in Rhode Island (2026): FMCSA TPR-Registered Providers Directory

Last reviewed April 2026
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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...

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.


Sources


  1. FMCSA TPR. https://tpr.fmcsa.dot.gov/ 

  2. FMCSA 49 CFR §380 Subpart F. https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-49/subtitle-B/chapter-III/subchapter-B/part-380/subpart-F 

  3. BLS OEWS RI, May 2024. https://www.bls.gov/oes/current/oes_ri.htm 

  4. RI DMV CDL. https://dmv.ri.gov/licenses/commercial.php 

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