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The easiest way to complete your road test in Illinois—practice with us, get a ride, and use our vehicle for the test.
ADULT ROAD
TEST SERVICE
The easiest way to complete your road test in Illinois—practice with us, get a ride, and use our vehicle for the test.
Eligibility Requirements
Minimum Age
18 yrs
Maximum Age
No Maximum
For drivers over 18 years old:
- First Time Students: must complete a 90-minute behind the wheel evaluation session with Top Driver
- You must have a confirmed driving test appointment with the IL Secretary of State before enrolling
- Non-refundable Fee: $100 deposit required
- A no-show or late cancellation is a $180 Fee
- Appointments may be rescheduled with at least 48 hours’ notice. Changes made within 48 hours are subject to a $180 fee.
Road Test Service
State Approved Road Testing
$225
The easiest way to complete your road test in Illinois—practice with us, get a ride, and use our vehicle for the test. Our road test service includes up to 3 hours and requires a $100 non-refundable deposit.
Please call 1.800.374.8373 to schedule your test
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Get Road ready either way with our 6 hour adult online class.
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ILLINOIS ADULT 6-HOUR ONLINE COURSE
All 18, 19, 20-year-olds are required to complete a six-hour adult driver education course before obtaining an Illinois driver’s license.
State-Approved Driving Classes for Adults
6-Hour Online Course
Online
$49
All 18, 19, 20-year-olds are required to complete a six-hour adult driver education course before obtaining an Illinois driver’s license. LEARN MORE
Adult Driving Lessons
In Person Drives
Adult in-car behind the wheel lessons are 90 minutes in length.
Adult Remedial Course
In Person Classroom
$99
Driver’s license reinstatement is only available to students who complete the approved Driver Remedial Education Course. Taught at Lombard Location. LEARN MORE
Unlock Exepctional Adult Driver Training with Top Driver
With over 30+ locations, Top Driver Driving School offers more driver education classes and driving lessons than any other driving school in the Midwest. We give you the flexibility to choose the driver education classes that best fit your schedule, from teen driving to adult driving school to driver education online.
The Top Driver Difference
Top Driver is the Midwest's premier driver education provider, continually innovating and setting the standard in the industry.
- Largest Driving School in the Midwest
- Free At-Home Pickup/Dropoff
- Flexible Scheduling
- 22+ Years in Business
- Ongoing Parental Support
- Dash Cam Safety Program
Comments from the drivers seat
Brady Pettigrew
Mr. Marty was very nice. He talked me through everything I needed to know while behind the wheel. He also knew how to keep both drivers calm at all times.
Gavin Mastalarz
Very helpful and overall great instructor
ashley wright
My driving instructor Marty was super nice and calm during my drive. He talked me through each step to make sure i was comfortable with what i was doing.
Aaron
Very good instructor!!! He teaches you very well and is very nice
Audrey Rediehs
Marty was a fantastic instructor. He was patient and a good teacher.
Steve Cagney
I highly recommend Richard as an instructor for anyone that is nervous about their child starting to drive.
David Carrero
Driver Marty was very clear on all motions and movements.
Collin Kamuda
Marty was a good driving instructor and gave me good tips on how to improve.
Aiden Oskorep
Marty was a great instructor and he explained things very clearly.
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Frequently asked questions
1. 1. Take care of court requirements
After you receive a ticket for a traffic violation, you will be mailed a courtesy notice from the California Court letting you know if you’re eligible for California traffic school. You must plead guilty to the violation, pay all court fees & elect to Enroll in TVS.
2. 2. Enroll in our course
Top Driver offers adult training programs starting at $49 with the 6-hour online driving course. For pricing details on behind the wheel lessons and road test services, please call us at 1 (800) 374-8373.
3. 3. Start traffic school
To be eligible for in-car training, students must be at least 18 years old and have a valid Illinois Instruction Permit, Illinois Driver’s License, or a Driver’s License issued by your country of origin (International Driver’s Licenses are not accepted in Illinois). Students from out of the country may drive on their country of origin license for no more than 90 days after entering the country. If you do not currently have a permit, we recommend taking our 6-hour online course to prepare for the Written Permit Exam at the Illinois Secretary of State’s office.
4. 4. Bye, bye ticket!
No, adults (18+) in Illinois are not required to take driving lessons to get a license. While it’s highly recommended for safety and skill development, it’s not a legal mandate for licensing at that age.
About Top Driver
The Midwest's largest private driving school, since 2003.
Top Driver is a private driver education provider founded in 2003, teaching teens and adults from 43 classroom locations across Illinois, Ohio and Wisconsin. More than 250,000 new drivers have trained with our Driver Intelligence™ curriculum, which exceeds state minimums, and our 300+ state-licensed instructors. We are one of the few Illinois driving schools approved as a Cooperative Road Test provider, so eligible teens can take their official Illinois Secretary of State road test with their Top Driver instructor.
- 2003Founded
- 250,000+Drivers trained
- 43Classrooms
- 300+Instructors
Teens (15+)AdultsStudents with ADHD / executive function differences
Licensed and state-approved
Check any approval with the state agency that issues it.