Driver's ed for Indiana teens, made simple.
State-approved driver education and 6 hours of behind-the-wheel training from a local Columbia City school. We'll walk you through every step.
Get Started →Parent Night For New Drivers
Tuesday, November 17, 2026 · 6:30 PM
Peabody Public Library, Columbia City, IN
Hosted by Whitley County Driving School
An evening for parents of new teen drivers: learn the steps to getting a license and ask questions.
View event on Facebook ↗How it works
Every student follows the same road to a license:
- 1Enroll and pay the $200 deposit
- 2We mail you the CDE form
- 3Study and pass the permit test
- 4Call or text to schedule drives
- 5Complete 4 drives (6 hours)
- 6We give you the BMV paperwork for the license
Two ways to take driver's ed — plus private lessons
💻 Online Course
$395 + cost of online course
Start today, any time of year, at your own pace. Includes 6 hours behind-the-wheel with us.
See the steps →🏫 Summer In-Class Course
$425 all inclusive
One week, 30 hours, here in Columbia City. Summer 2027 only. Includes 6 hours behind-the-wheel.
See the steps →🚗 Private Lessons
$75 per hour
One-hour lessons for anyone with a current permit. (Driver's ed students needing extra driving: $60 per hour.)
Learn more →"Driving Excellence: Empowering Students for Every Road Ahead"
Experienced instructors
Committed to top-quality instruction so students become safe, responsible drivers.
Complete curriculum
Safe driving practices, traffic laws, and defensive driving — for a lifetime of safe driving.
Safe vehicles
Equipped with the latest safety features and regularly maintained.
Minimum age to enroll: 15
Sibling discount: brothers and sisters get 15% off. See all pricing.
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