New to licenses?
Not sure how to get your license?
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
While optional, we recommend learning the rules of the road and driving fundamentals with our premium online Drivers Ed course.
2
Pass Written Test
To get your Instruction Permit, you must first pass the vision, road sign and written test at an examination station.
3
Take Driving Lessons
While optional in Missouri, we highly recommend joining thousands of other young drivers taking driving lessons from professional instructors.
4
Pass your Driving Test
After completing your driving lessons, it's time to take your road test. Go pass your test to receive your license!
For more licensing details, visit our help article.
Missouri Driving Lessons
Whether it's your first time behind the wheel or you need a brush up on your skills, we offer driving education that will make you a safer, more confident driver for life.
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Over 100,000 5-Star Reviews
I wish I could give more stars. He was on time, very professional, yet with a wonderful sense of humor which made my learning alot fun and easy.
Philomena, Oakland
As a mom, I am thrilled that my son is working with a qualified instructor that is teaching him to be a safe confident driver.
Catherine, Los Gatos
Very patient and easy to understand. Made my driving experience much easier and less scary knowing I had an amazing teacher to guide me.
Hailey, Morgan Hill
My instructor was so easy to drive with and he made me feel so safe and capable!
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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.
Highly trained driving instructors
Every instructor has completed an intensive, nation-leading training course
Cutting-edge technology
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—our instructors customize every lesson to your precise needs
Safe and confident for life
We teach you the skills you need to be a great driver in the real world - our mission is to eradicate car crashes, and that starts with how we work with you
Safety Lives in Missouri
We go above and beyond expectations to provide a safe learning experience.
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 BAR-certified mechanic
Dashcam in every car
We record video and audio inside and outside the car for everyone's safety
Driving Lessons Customized for You
Every lesson is custom-made to help you succeed.
Driving Lessons for Teens
Our lessons are designed to give you the confidence you need to be a safe and confident driver for life.
Driving Lessons for Adults
We teach adult drivers how to become safer and more confident every day. Whether it's your first time driving in the USA or you need to practice for a driving test, our expert instructors are here for you.
Missouri's 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.
Two-Hour Lessons
A typical Coastline lesson is two hours long and is customized to your needs and skill level. The time starts from when we pick you up and ends when we drop you off.
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.
