Steps to Getting Your License

Use this guide to make sure you are in the right place in your licensing journey.

Student type
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Step 1

Pass Drivers Ed Course

Before you can take your written test at the BMV, you must be enrolled in a state-approved Drivers Ed course. We highly recommend you complete this course before taking your written test.

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Step 2

Register for Driving Lessons

The second requirement before taking your written test is to register for driving lessons. Once registered, you will receive your CDE (certificate).

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Step 3

Pass Written Test at BMV

Registered for Drivers Ed and Driving Lessons, and have your CDE? Time to take your written test at the BMV!

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Step 4

Take Driving Lessons

Book now to get the times you want. You'll need your permit at every lesson.

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Step 5

Pass your Road Test

After completing your online Drivers Ed course and driving lessons, you can take your road test. Make a reservation at the BMV and pass your test to receive your license or skip the lines and take your road test with us.

Need more licensing details? Visit our help article.

Driving Lessons in Griffith

Whether it's your first time behind the wheel or you need a brush up before your test, we offer driving education that will make you a safer, more confident driver for life.

Driving lessons served by Northwest Indiana.

Lesson Meeting Points:
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470 Vale Park Rd, Valparaiso, IN 46385

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Drivers Ed Course + Three 2-Hour Driving Lessons

Everything the DMV requires for you to get your license, in one money-saving package.

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$559

$647

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What's Included

Indiana Teen Drivers Ed

6 hours behind-the-wheel

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Five 2-Hour Driving Lessons

Pay for all five lessons now to receive a discount and the DMV completion certificate you need to take your road test.

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$909

$978

Total package price

What's Included

10 hours behind-the-wheel

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Additional packages to fit your specific needs

One 2-Hour Driving Lesson

Pay for this one lesson. You can pay as you go for your next lessons when booking.

2 hours behind-the-wheel

$196
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Three 2-Hour Driving Lessons

Pay for all three lessons now to receive a discount and the DMV completion certificate you need to take your road test.

6 hours behind-the-wheel

$587
$559
One 2-Hour Driving Lesson - Home Pickup

Pay for this one lesson. You can pay as you go for your next lessons when booking.

2 hours behind-the-wheel

$219
Save $28
Three 2-Hour Driving Lessons - Home Pickup

Pay for all three lessons now to receive a discount and the DMV completion certificate you need to take your road test.

6 hours behind-the-wheel

$647
$619
Save $79
Five 2-Hour Driving Lessons - Home Pickup

Pay for all five lessons now to receive a discount and the DMV completion certificate you need to take your road test.

10 hours behind-the-wheel

$1078
$999
Save $88
Get the Online Course Free
Drivers Ed Course + Three 2-Hour Driving Lessons - Home Pickup

Everything the DMV requires for you to get your license, in one money-saving package.

Indiana Teen Drivers Ed

6 hours behind-the-wheel

$707
$619
Individual Services
Drivers Ed Course Only

Our Drivers Ed course is licensed by the DMV and comes with free mailing for your completion certificate.

$60

Road Test Session

A state-certified instructor will administer your road test in our car.

$50

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Over 250,000 Students Have Chosen Coastline Academy

See why 98% of students across the country rate their driving lesson with us 5-stars.

BMV-certified driving instructors

Every instructor is certified and licensed by the BMV and has completed an intensive training course

Cutting-edge technology

Online booking, secure payments and digital lesson reports—we leverage the latest tech to provide an experience you will love

Customers first

Our instructors don't run errands or make students pick up and drop off other students—your time behind the wheel is your time

Customized lesson plans

Our driving lessons aren't for everyone, they're for you—every lesson is customized to your precise needs

BMV Test coaching

We teach you the skills you need to be a great driver, and also prepare you for your road test, so you can test with confidence

Post-Lesson Report Included

At the end of your lesson, your instructor fills out a post-lesson report that shows the skills you have mastered, and those that need more practice, so you can maximize your practice time between lessons.

Driving lessons in Griffith and surrounding areas

A Coastline Driving Lesson Vehicle

Driving lessons in Griffith provide an ideal start in a strategically located town. Situated within Lake County, Griffith's suburban setting offers a calm environment perfect for mastering foundational skills. This allows learners to build confidence on quieter residential streets before advancing to more dynamic driving conditions found throughout the broader region.

As learners progress, training expands to major routes like US-41 and the busy I-80/I-94 corridor. This highway experience is essential for learning to merge safely and navigate complex interchanges. Driving to nearby communities like Highland and Gary prepares students for varied traffic patterns they will encounter, creating well-rounded drivers.

We offer flexible pickup and drop-off at home, school, or work when available. To accommodate various schedules, some lessons may begin at convenient meeting points in the area, which will be shown once you start searching availability.

Our goal is to foster a sense of command and safety behind the wheel. We focus on teaching defensive driving strategies that empower students to navigate local roads and beyond with confidence for a lifetime of safe travel.

A Coastline Driving Lesson Vehicle

Safety Lives in Griffith

We go above and beyond expectations to provide a safe learning experience.

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Driving instructors you can trust

We're one of the only driving schools to do independent background and drug screens on every employee

Marked cars with a second brake

Every Coastline car has a second instructor brake, is clearly marked as a driving school vehicle and is inspected by a certified mechanic

Dashcam in every car

We record video and audio inside and outside the car for everyone's safety
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Driving Lessons Customized for You

Every lesson is custom-made to help you succeed.

DMV-Certified Driving Lessons for Teens

Our school is certified by the DMV, and our lessons are perfect for teens needing the required training with an instructor so you can qualify to take your test, and have the skills and confidence you need to pass it.

DMV-Certified Driving Lessons for Adults

We teach adult drivers how to become safer and more confident every day. Whether it's your first time driving or you need to practice for a Supplemental Driving Performance Evaluation, our expert instructors are here for you.

Top Instructors

Our hiring standards and training program go beyond the industry standard. When you choose Coastline Academy, you are choosing the state's top driving educators.

Will you Pass Your Test?

Good drivers pass the test. So we focus on core skills first, ensuring you are set up to be safe and confident for life, before worrying about the test. On your last lesson, we will do a mock test to be sure you are ready!

How Many Lessons do you Need?

Every driver is different, which is why every Coastline lesson is customized for you.

Our Car, Our Insurance

We provide all the tools and materials needed for your lesson, so all you need to bring is a positive attitude toward learning a new skill.

Post-Lesson Report Included

At the end of your lesson, your instructor fills out a post-lesson report that shows the skills you have mastered, and those that need more practice, so you can maximize your practice time between lessons.

The Coastline Guarantee

A great experience or we'll make it right.

If for any reason you are unsatisfied with your driving lesson, we will make it right. We can redo your lesson either with the same instructor or a different one, at your option. Or, if you prefer, you can get a full refund.

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Driving instructors serving Griffith

Our friendly, professional instructors bring a wide range of experiences to teaching you to drive. Each instructor is certified by the state and has completed an intensive training course. We're one of the only driving schools to do independent background and drug screens.

Jewell R.

Jewell R.

Jewell has over 30 years of personal driving experience. She recently acquired her for-hire endorsement. She has lived in Porter County Indiana for almost twenty years. Her career started in the healthcare field as an Administrative Medical Assist... Read more...

500+ Lessons
Matt W.

Matt W.

Matthew is currently a high school business teacher and has extensive Chicagoland driving experience. He is committed to teaching proper and safe driving skills, while building confidence as a prepared driver. Read more...

200+ Lessons

Coastline in the Community

Coastline is proud to work with over 100 local, state, and national organizations to provide access to high-quality driver's education for teens and adults. Here are just a few of the organizations we partner with to further our mission of eradicating car crashes nationwide:

For more information about our Community Partnerships Programs, please reach out to our Support Team.

How Can We Help?

Our customer service team is available from 7am to 8pm Pacific Time, 7 days a week.

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Text us at (800) 489-1896.

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