At this time, we will only be offering an online drivers ed program with or without driving packages.

The online program is a self-paced course that can be taken at any time and from anywhere, as long as the student has internet access. 

It does not matter if the student works on the program early morning, late evening, or even mid-day; they can complete it on their schedule. 

There is no need to register for a time period; this is a self-paced course. Students can work on the program on their own schedule.

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What do you need to get started?  After you register, you will receive an email with the next steps. The registration and payment will need to be returned to the office.  Please review the email for full details.   ________________________________________________________________________

ROAD TEST INFORMATION

To schedule a road test, follow the link below for scheduling and information about the road (skills) test.

https://wisconsindot.gov/pages/online-srvcs/sch-road-test/schedule.aspx

Tips to schedule your appointment

You will be able to schedule your road test up to 11 weeks in advance, but please note:

• Appointments fill up quickly, and the system will indicate "No appointments available" when all appointments are filled
• New appointments are added periodically throughout the week
• DMV staff cannot open any additional appointments
• You can schedule at any location that offers road tests with open appointments

If you cannot keep your appointment, you need to cancel at least 24 hours before your scheduled appointment.

• If you do not cancel your appointment with at least 24 hours' notice or you do not show up for your appointment, you will be charged a $15 fee (road test)
• Depending upon appointment availability, you will not be eligible to retest for at least 7 days.

Online only course $100  ~     Right of Way/ Failure to Yield $90 ~ Refresher course $90  ~        Behind the wheel*  $325  ~   Online & Behind the Wheel package  $385  

 Save time and money by registering for a package today!

Students are able to receive their temps at the age of 15 and are eligible at the age of 16 or older for the probationary license when all the criteria are met.

The student still must hold their temps for a minimum of 6 months and be 16 years of age or older to get the probationary license after successful completion of a drivers ed program. 

Students are required to have 50 hours of in-car practice with a parent/guardian; 10 of those hours need to be done during the hours of darkness/nighttime.

* Behind the wheel is available in the areas that we service. 

 ***Students can start the online program on or after 14 years, 9 months***

What do you need to get started?  After you register, you will receive an email with the next steps. 

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Take drivers ed classes or in-car driving lessons in Pulaski, Oconto Falls, Oconto, Wausaukee, Marinette, Coleman, and other surrounding areas.

Learn the fundamentals of vehicle operation and the rules of the road in a safe and fun environment. Complete all Wisconsin-certified driver education courses online or in a traditional classroom setting. Then take your behind-the-wheel instruction at one of our convenient locations.

At 1st Rate Driving School LLC, you will receive:

• Comprehensive driver ed curriculum that is available to take online.
• Flexible driving times to fit your busy schedule
• Qualified, state-certified driving instructors

Find DMV Customer Service Centers, check wait times, learn about services, and schedule appointments.

 GRANT PROGRAM

Students should visit the Wisconsin Department of Transportation Driver Education Grant Program to enroll. If they enroll but are not accepted for a grant this quarter, they should see the above link to be added to the notification list and receive an update when the grant becomes available again the next quarter. 

Grant funding will be released on a quarterly basis.  Each quarter, a portion of the total funds noted in the 2025-2027 biennial budget will be allotted to eligible students.  

 Income-eligible students will be able to take classroom and/or behind-the-wheel training from accredited schools like ours.  The student will enroll, and DMV will provide the eligible students with coupons to present to authorized Driver Training schools. 

Please be sure you are approved by the State to receive the grant funding, and have the coupon codes prior to enrolling in the Grant Drivers Ed Program with 1st Rate Driving School.