How to Get Your License in Pennsylvania

1

Pass written test at PENNDOT

Before you can take your written test at PENNDOT, you'll need to be 16 years old. Pass your test to receive your Learner's Permit.

2

Take driving lessons

While optional in Pennsylvania, we highly recommend taking at least one driving lesson with a professional instructor.

3

Log your practice hours

Before you can take your road test, you must log 65 hours of driving practice, including 10 hours at night and five (5) hours of bad weather driving.

4

Take your Road Test & Get your Junior License

After holding your permit for at least 6 months, you can take your road test. Want to skip the line at PENNDOT? Take your test with us!

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

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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!

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Every driver is different, which is why every Coastline lesson is customized for you. We will work with you if it is in your best interest to do more or fewer lessons.

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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.

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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.

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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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