Steps to Getting Your License

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

Student type

Step 1

Pass Drivers Ed Course

Complete the 24 hour teen drivers ed course in no less than 16 days (Texas law only allows 2 hours of study per day) and we'll issue your course completion certificate right away

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Step 2

Pass Written Test

Bring your completion certificate to the DPS and receive your learner's permit

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Step 3

Take Driving Lessons

Take 14 hours of professional driving instruction comprised of 7 driving hours and 7 observation hours (we offer those, too!) + complete 30 hours of additional driving practice to receive your behind-the-wheel completion certificate

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Step 4

Complete ITTD Course

Complete the state required Impact Texas Teen Drivers (ITTD) Course

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Step 5

Pass Driving Test

Pass your road test with Coastline

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Need more licensing details? Visit our help article.

Texas Driving Lessons

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.

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.

Certified driving instructors

Every Coastline driving instructor is certified and licensed by TDLR and has completed an intensive, Texas-centered training course

Cutting-edge technology

Secure payments and digital lesson reports—we leverage the latest tech to provide a convenient 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

Safety Lives in Texas

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.

Certified Driving Lessons for Teens

Coastline is licensed by the TDLR, and our lessons are perfect for teens needing the required 7 hours behind the wheel and 7 hours of observation so you can take your test and have the skills and confidence you need to pass it.

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.

Texas'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.

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 one of your last lessons, 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. All minors in Texas require 7 hours of professional driving instruction and 7 hours of observation.

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.