September 15th, 2025
The decision to attend lineman school is one that should not be taken lightly. Understanding the true cost of line school is essential when comparing programs. With that being said, we understand that significant investments should be made cautiously, and we want to ensure you’re getting the most out of your money. When researching which school is for you, it’s ideal to understand the whole picture or you may overlook hidden fees. Below, we break down lineman school cost and extra fees that we believe you should prepare for.
When looking at tuition in full, it can be intimidating, but many different aspects go into the final pricing and what all is included. Here we list a breakdown of what our program costs cover.
Electrical Lineworker Program
Tuition: $17,470
Application Fee: $75
Lab Fee: $950
Training Manual: $225
Boots & Tools: $3,080
Class A CDL: $2,195
Communications Lineworker Program
Tuition: $6,000
Application Fee: $75
Lab Fee: $600
Training Manual: $225
Boots & Tools: $3,080
Class A CDL: $1,975
At SLTC, we are all about transparency. While the breakdown mentions the costs of our programs, we don’t want you to get caught up in hidden fees. Unlike other line schools, we offer electives for students to sign up for during the program.
CDL Retesting Fees
School is not cheap, and with costs soaring over recent years, we understand that this is a big decision. Luckily, we offer many different loans and grants to keep SLTC affordable for everyone.
Loan options available for students:
Financing options through Sallie Mae
UECU Student Loan Program
SLTC Scholarships and Grants
Use of the GI Bill and other Veterans benefits
Workforce Development Grants
We encourage you to visit our financial aid page to learn more about all the options we offer.
While you may be wondering, what do you get in return? In today’s world, the trades have become very popular and are in demand, which in turn can provide for a higher paying salary. According to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, the average salary for a journeyman lineman is around $92,560, and with plenty of work opportunities, the investment is worth it.
While we know there are many options when choosing the perfect school. At SLTC, we want to be transparent with you about the real lineman school cost, and make sure you are making the best investment for yourself and your future. We encourage you to check out FAQs for any questions you may have, or give us a call! We hope to see you in Lineman Country!
Southeast Lineman Training Center (SLTC) is the premier training school for lineworker training; consistently producing an elite group of highly trained and certified graduates.
