Career Training Path › Michigan › U.S. Truck Driver Training School
U.S. Truck Driver Training School
Sterling Heights, Michigan · Private for-profit career school · Training programs available:
Address: 6500 15 Mile Road, Sterling Heights, MI 48312 · Phone: (586) 838-1268 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
Sanction on record, not yet lifted — Sep 2025 · Show Cause · Council on Occupational Education. 2 sanction actions in the window.
U.S. Truck Driver Training School is a private for-profit trade school in Sterling Heights, Michigan, offering CDL / truck driving training programs.
Federal outcome data such as completion rate, median debt, and median earnings is not reported for this campus, per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Cost is not reported in federal data; contact the school for current tuition. This campus does participate in federal financial aid (Title IV), but Pell Grant recipient share is not reported.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heavy and tractor-trailer truck drivers | $40,280 | $57,180 | $62,060 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Michigan (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, under 300 hours | 182 | $21,102 | not reported | $6,354 |
| Ground Transportation | Certificate, 300–899 hours | 26 | $21,102 | not reported | $6,354 |
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
U.S. Truck Driver Training School is a private for-profit trade school located in Sterling Heights, Michigan, a large suburb. The campus participates in federal Title IV financial aid programs, meaning eligible students can use FAFSA and related federal aid to help cover costs. No accreditor for this campus was found in the U.S. Department of Education's DAPIP database, so accreditation status should be confirmed directly with the school. The campus's primary program offering is CDL / truck driving training, with 208 program completers reported, drawn from two program offerings in the CDL-training family.
Federal Scorecard data for this campus does not report a completion rate for comparison against the Michigan state average of 56.9%, and completion versus the state average is listed as not reported. Median debt of graduates, median earnings 10 years after entry, annual cost of attendance, and the share of students receiving Pell Grants are all not reported for this campus in federal data. Prospective students who need these figures should contact the school directly or review the College Scorecard listing.
Given its focus on CDL training, this campus is likely oriented toward students seeking a shorter, career-specific credential rather than a multi-year associate degree, which may suit adults changing careers into commercial driving. However, program length and schedule details are not included in this data and should be confirmed with the school. To verify accreditation status, financial aid eligibility, and any updated outcome figures, contact U.S. Truck Driver Training School directly or consult its U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard page.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
U.S. Truck Driver Training School offers CDL / truck driving school programs, with 208 reported program completers across two program offerings in this family.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
No accreditor for this campus was found in the U.S. Department of Education's DAPIP database. Contact the school directly at (586) 838-1268 or visit https://ustdts.edu/ to confirm current accreditation status.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this campus participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so eligible students can use FAFSA-based aid. The specific share of students receiving Pell Grants is not reported for this campus in federal data.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
This campus's completion rate is not reported in federal data. The Michigan state average completion rate is 56.9%, but a direct comparison for this campus is listed as not reported.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt of graduates is not reported for this campus in federal data. Check the College Scorecard link at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?488837 for any future updates.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry is not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact the school for any information they may provide on graduate outcomes.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. Contact U.S. Truck Driver Training School at (586) 838-1268 for current tuition figures.
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, funding sources, and accreditation oversight compared to public or non-profit institutions. Prospective students should verify cost and outcome data directly since for-profit schools are not state-subsidized.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length is not reported in the available data. Contact the school directly to ask about the schedule and duration of its CDL training programs.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can check the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?488837, and contact the school directly at (586) 838-1268 or https://ustdts.edu/ to confirm accreditation and other details.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
The school's focus on CDL / truck driving training suggests it may suit adults seeking a career-specific credential, but program length and schedule flexibility are not reported in this data. Contact the school to discuss fit for your situation.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach U.S. Truck Driver Training School at (586) 838-1268 or visit https://ustdts.edu/ for application information.
Other trade and career schools in Sterling Heights, MI
- U.S. Truck Driver Training School, Inc.Sterling Heights, MI
- U.S. Truck Driving Training School, Inc.Sterling Heights, MI · career school
- Paul Mitchell the School-MichiganSterling Heights, MI · 81% completion
- All Cities Truck Driving SchoolShelby Township, MI
- Billy's CDL School LLCNovi, MI
- Oakland Community CollegeAuburn Hills, MI · 21% completion
- Paul Mitchell the School-Farmington HillsFarmington Hills, MI · 79% completion
- Marketti Academy of CosmetologyWaterford, MI · 90% completion
See all trade and career schools in Michigan or search by ZIP code.
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.