Steps to Getting Your License

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

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!

4

Take Driving Lessons

Passed your test? Great! Now you are ready to take your first driving lessons. Reserve your spot now so you can get going as soon as you have your permit.

5

Pass your Road Test

After completing your 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.

For more licensing details, visit our help article.

Driving Lessons in Portage

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.

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Aislin felt really comfortable driving with my driving instructor during her driving lesson. She was very pleased with the service.
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Carlos is an amazing driving teacher. I am trusting him and feeling safe during my driving lesson, getting feedback that I can work on and progress!
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Nate, my driving instructor, was amazing at easing me into driving, even as a first-time adult driver. He gave really good feedback and helpful tips during my driving lesson!
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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.

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

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

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

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

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

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 Portage and surrounding areas

A Coastline Driving Lesson Vehicle

Driving lessons in Portage are set against the unique backdrop of Porter County, near the shores of Lake Michigan. This location offers a well-rounded training ground, from calm residential streets perfect for learning the basics to busier commercial zones. This progression allows new drivers to build skills incrementally, establishing a strong foundation for navigating the region.

As learners become more comfortable, they will tackle the area's major thoroughfares. Practical experience on routes like I-94 and US-6 is essential for mastering merging and managing highway speeds. Navigating the traffic in nearby Hobart and Valparaiso further hones their skills, preparing them for diverse driving conditions they will encounter on the road.

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 mission is to develop safe and confident defensive drivers. We provide the tools and instruction necessary to ensure every student can handle local roads and challenging traffic situations with competence and calm assurance.

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Safety Lives in Portage

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

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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 BAR-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.

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.

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.

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.

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!

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

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.

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 Portage

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.

Joe F.

Joe F.

Joe is a retired middle and high school educator with 20+ years experience safely guiding Indiana teens behind the wheel. Read more...

2,000+ Lessons
Ron K.

Ron K.

Ron has 8 years of experience teaching driving behind-the-wheel instruction. He has been a special education teacher for 25 years at Kouts High School. He enjoys helping others. During your lessons, Ron will show you compassion, understanding, and p... Read more...

500+ Lessons
Eric S.

Eric S.

Eric has 20+ years of experience on the road and nearly 15 years of experience in the classroom, and he's passionate about helping others earn a license to explore! Read more...

200+ Lessons
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...

200+ Lessons
Rhett B.

Rhett B.

Rhett Baxley has worked as an educator, minister, and digital producer. His parents were instrumental in teaching him how to drive that began with a riding lawnmower at 11 years old. He obtained his learning permit at 15 and became a regular driver t... Read more...

100+ Lessons
Trinity A.

Trinity A.

Trinity Anderson is an experienced driver who has a passion for teaching people to become safe and confident drivers. Trinity has lived in NWI her entire life and is eager to work with you! Read more...

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 all across Washington. 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.

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