CDL Supplemental Funding for FY26 Awardees
Funds Ohio schools with successful CDL programs to expand training and student support, aiming to increase the state’s workforce of qualified commercial drivers.
Funder: Ohio Department of Higher Education
Due Dates: June 1, 2026 (window opens) | June 12, 2026 (submission deadline)
Funding Amounts: Up to $32,000 per school; total available funding is $94,250; project period is December 2025–December 2026.
Summary: Supports Ohio schools with successful CDL programs by providing supplemental funding and student financial assistance for FY26.
Description
This opportunity provides supplemental funding to Ohio schools offering commercial driver’s license (CDL) programs. The grant is intended to support schools with demonstrated success in CDL training by enabling them to offer grants and loans to eligible students enrolled in approved CDL programs. The Ohio Department of Higher Education (ODHE) administers the program, managing both grant and loan disbursements, and sets loan terms. Funding is aimed at increasing the pipeline of trained commercial drivers to meet Ohio’s workforce needs.
ODHE partners with eligible schools to ensure students are counseled on program requirements, expectations, and timelines. The funding covers tuition and related expenses for CDL training, and the program prioritizes Ohio residents. The program period for funding is from December 2025 through December 2026.
