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Diesel Driving Academy-Shreveport
Shreveport, Louisiana · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 3523 Greenwood Road, Shreveport, LA 71109 · Phone: (318) 636-6300 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Diesel Driving Academy-Shreveport is a private for-profit trade school in Shreveport, Louisiana offering CDL and truck driving training, accredited by the Council on Occupational Education.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, Diesel Driving Academy-Shreveport has a 72.9% completion rate, above the Louisiana average of 59.2%, with median graduate debt of $6,333 and median earnings of $38,740 ten years after entry.
Annual cost of attendance at Diesel Driving Academy-Shreveport is $19,315, and the school participates in federal Title IV aid, with 63.5% of students receiving Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heavy and tractor-trailer truck drivers | $36,710 | $49,320 | $58,780 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Louisiana (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ground Transportation | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 255 | $38,729 | $33,439 | $6,333 |
| Ground Transportation | Certificate, under 300 hours | 242 | $38,729 | $33,439 | $6,333 |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Diesel Driving Academy-Shreveport is a private for-profit trade school located in Shreveport, Louisiana. It is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education and participates in federal Title IV financial aid programs, meaning students may use FAFSA, federal loans, and Pell Grants to help cover costs. The campus focuses almost entirely on CDL and truck driving training, with 497 completers recorded in this program family.
Federal data shows a completion rate of 72.9%, above the Louisiana state average of 59.2%. Graduates carry a median debt of $6,333, and median earnings 10 years after entry are reported at $38,740. Annual cost of attendance is listed at $19,315, and 63.5% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating a student body with significant financial need. Undergraduate enrollment is 191.
This campus suits students seeking a short, focused credential in commercial driving rather than a multi-year associate degree; the concentrated single-program-family setup points toward quick entry into the workforce, which may appeal to career changers, though specific program length is not reported for this campus in federal data. Prospective students should verify current accreditation status directly with the Council on Occupational Education and review outcome figures on the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Diesel Driving Academy-Shreveport offers CDL and truck driving training, with 497 completers reported in this program family.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, it is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education, and its accreditation status is listed as Accredited.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so students can use FAFSA, federal loans, and Pell Grants.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate is 72.9%, which is above the Louisiana state average of 59.2%.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt for graduates is $6,333, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $38,740, per the College Scorecard.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
The annual cost of attendance is $19,315.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
This is a private for-profit school, which can affect tuition pricing and financial aid eligibility compared to public or non-profit institutions.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly at (318) 636-6300 or via https://www.dda.edu/ to confirm.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can verify accreditation through the Council on Occupational Education and review outcome data on the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?260664.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school's focus on a single short-format program family, CDL training, suggests it may fit those seeking quick entry into a trade, though specific fit for career changers is not detailed in federal data.
What license or certification will I need after finishing a program here?
Specific licensing or certification requirements are not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly for details on commercial driving licensure.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can contact Diesel Driving Academy-Shreveport by phone at (318) 636-6300 or through its website at https://www.dda.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data with other nearby schools is not reported in this dataset; check the College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?260664 to compare similar programs.
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Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.