Michigan Driving Schools

Yes. Michigan waives the learner's permit fee entirely for applicants under age 19. The full driver's license costs $43, but renewals are only $18.

Michigan uses a two-segment approach: Segment 1 includes 24 hours of classroom instruction and 6 hours of behind-the-wheel training before the permit. Segment 2 adds 6 more classroom hours taken at least 3 months after the permit is issued.

You must be at least 14 years and 9 months old to get a learner's permit in Michigan, one of the youngest permit ages in the nation.

Michigan teen intermediate license holders cannot drive between 10 p.m. and 5 a.m. Exceptions apply for work and authorized activities.

Yes. Michigan's cell phone ban for teen drivers covers both handheld and hands-free devices, which is stricter than most states that only ban handheld use.

Michigan requires 50 hours of supervised driving practice, including 10 hours at night. A licensed adult aged 21 or older must be present at all times during the permit phase.

Michigan teen intermediate license holders may carry no more than 1 non-family passenger under age 21 at a time. Family members are always exempt.

Michigan GDL restrictions last until age 18. Teens must hold the intermediate license with a clean record after completing both driver's education segments.

Yes. A 16-year-old with a Michigan Level 2 restricted license can drive alone, but must observe the 10 p.m. curfew and passenger limits.

No. Michigan requires all Segment 1 and Segment 2 driver's education to be completed in person. Online programs are not accepted for teen drivers.