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EICC Class A CDL (FMCSA CMVOST Grant)

Eastern Iowa Community Colleges (EICC)

CDL & truckingOpen

At a glance

  • Cost: Free with grant
  • Format: Hybrid
  • Length: 4–6 weeks
  • Who qualifies: Vets · Service members · Spouses
  • Applications: Open
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Full details
Cost
List price $5,700. EICC says eligible veterans, active-duty service members, and spouses or children of service members can get full financial assistance through the FMCSA CMVOST grant. Grant news (Feb 2026): tuition for at least 14 students. Grant approval and eligibility are verified before class start; a grant does not guarantee a seat. Confirm with EICC.
Who qualifies
Veterans, active-duty service members, or the spouse or child of a service member may qualify for the FMCSA CMVOST grant. Iowa CDL permit, DOT physical and drug screen prerequisites apply; eligibility is verified before class start.
Format
Online theory plus classroom and behind-the-wheel training at Muscatine Community College or Blong Technology Center in Davenport, IA. Automatic path about 4 weeks; manual about 6 weeks. Hazmat endorsement training is embedded.

Check current terms: Individual eligibility, seats and coverage must be confirmed with the provider.

Credential
Professional certification / license pathwayClass A CDL (pass Iowa DOT test); Hazmat training embedded

Before you decide

What is free
EICC lists the course at $5,700 and offers full financial assistance through the FMCSA CMVOST grant for eligible veterans, service members, and spouses or children of service members.
Who qualifies
Veterans, active-duty service members, or the spouse or child of a service member may qualify for the FMCSA CMVOST grant. Iowa CDL permit, DOT physical and drug screen prerequisites apply; eligibility is verified before class start.
What you get
4–6 week Class A CDL entry-level driver training (online theory, classroom, and behind-the-wheel). Hazmat endorsement training is included (page says it saves a $75 fee). Full financial assistance through the FMCSA CMVOST grant for qualified military-connected applicants.
Credential and key limits
Class A CDL entry-level driver training with embedded Hazmat endorsement training; the license requires passing the Iowa DOT CDL test.
Format
Online theory plus classroom and behind-the-wheel training at Muscatine Community College or Blong Technology Center in Davenport, IA. Automatic path about 4 weeks; manual about 6 weeks. Hazmat endorsement training is embedded.
Duration
4–6 weeks (automatic transmission about 4 weeks; manual about 6 weeks)
Location
Iowa: Muscatine Community College or Blong Technology Center (Davenport); theory online
Deadline
Status evidence: Official page lists open/rolling CDL training with CMVOST grant assistance. Application window: Contact EICC; grant approval and eligibility verified before class start. Availability limits: Limited seats; grant approval required.
Next start
Open / rolling; contact EICC for the next grant-funded class start.
Stipend / housing / travel
No general stipend or living-cost coverage is established.
Notes
Limited seats; grant approval is not an automatic seat. Contact Tom Monroe (program manager) or Thalia Clement: 563-441-4217, tclement@eicc.edu, wmonroe@eicc.edu.
Availability
Open
Details checked
2026-10-14

Application and credential details

How to apply
  1. Confirm you meet military-connected eligibility (veteran, service member, or spouse/child).
  2. Contact EICC CDL (563-441-4217, tclement@eicc.edu or wmonroe@eicc.edu) about the CMVOST grant and next class.
  3. Complete Iowa CDL permit, DOT physical and drug screen as EICC requires before start.
  4. After grant approval and eligibility verification, enroll in the next available class.
Documents to prepare
  • Proof of military, veteran or family status as EICC requests; Iowa CDL permit; DOT physical and drug screen as required.
Additional requirements and limits
  • Grant approval and eligibility must be verified before class start.
  • Seats are limited; a grant does not guarantee a seat.
Application link
Open official application page
Credential or outcome
Class A CDL entry-level driver training with embedded Hazmat endorsement training; the license requires passing the Iowa DOT CDL test.
Application details checked
2026-10-14
Application review status
Official-source review completed; grant approval, seats and fees remain
Sources for these details
Availability checked
2026-10-14
Current availability
Open
Status evidence
Official page lists open/rolling CDL training with CMVOST grant assistance.
Application window
Contact EICC; grant approval and eligibility verified before class start.
Program start
Open / rolling; contact EICC for the next grant-funded class start.
Availability limits
Limited seats; grant approval required.
Timing sources
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