C1's Road Ahead Scholarship
Empowering the Next Generation of Drivers.
The trucking industry is the backbone of America, and tomorrow's drivers are needed today. With C1's Road Ahead Scholarship, we're breaking down financial barriers and giving aspiring drivers the chance to start a meaningful career with confidence.
Truck drivers keep America moving. By investing in new drivers, we're not only supporting individual career goals — we're strengthening the industry and building the workforce that keeps goods on the road and communities supplied.
About the Scholarship
The Road Ahead Scholarship covers the full tuition cost of CDL training at C1 Truck Driver Training. It's our commitment to helping motivated individuals take the wheel of their future, without the financial roadblocks that can stand in the way.
Each award provides:
- Full tuition coverage for a Class A or Class B CDL program
- One scholarship at our Indianapolis campus and one at our Fort Worth campus
- A clear path into a high-demand, stable career in trucking
Who Can Apply
- Must be 18 years or older
- Must meet all federal and state CDL training requirements
- Open to new students pursuing a Class A or Class B CDL
- Questions on eligibility can be directed to our recruiting department at 1-866-822-9805
How it Works
- Applicants will complete a short form and answer two quick questions about their motivation and goals
- All eligible candidates will be entered into a random drawing to determine recipients
- Scholarship recipients must complete all enrollment requirements (CDL permit, DOT physical, drug test, etc.) before starting training
- Tuition will be fully covered — all other costs (such as physicals, permits, and testing) are the responsibility of the student
- Scholarship applicants must agree to the Official Rules
Thank you to everyone who applied for C1’s Road Ahead Scholarship! Applications for this year are now closed.
Key Dates:
- Applications Open: October 1st
- Applications close: November 15th
- Recipients announced: December 1st
- Scholarship must be used by: March 31st, 2026
If you missed this round, don’t worry — applications will open again in early 2026. To learn more or get updates on future opportunities, contact our team at 1-866-822-9805
