Wisconsin Driving School FAQ

Wisconsin teens: If your student is old enough to begin driver education, you can enroll in one of our teen driver education programs by calling (414) 447‑0202 during office hours or by enrolling online. Our Hybrid Classroom option allows families to choose a package, location, and start date online. If you choose the Online Classroom option, there is no need to select a physical classroom location.

Adults: Adult learners can register for private adult driving lessons by calling our office or completing the online registration form. Once you are enrolled, we will contact you to schedule your first lesson.

The Wisconsin Driver Education Grant is a state program that can cover 100% of driver education tuition for eligible teens. In general, a student must be a Wisconsin resident, usually between ages 14½ and 19, have never held a driver’s license, and qualify for free or reduced‑price school lunch.

Families apply directly through the Wisconsin DOT during an open funding round. If approved, the student receives grant coupon codes that can be used with an authorized provider such as Easy Method.

For current funding information, visit our Wisconsin Driver Education Grant page and our step‑by‑step grant application guide .

In Wisconsin, a teen must be at least 15 years old to apply for an instruction permit. Students can start driver education earlier, but they must be 15 to receive the permit itself. To qualify for a probationary driver’s license, the minimum age is generally 16 after the required permit period and other state requirements are completed.

If the student is under 18, Wisconsin also requires driver education enrollment, school attendance compliance, and sponsor signature requirements.

You can learn more in our Wisconsin instruction permit guide and our teen driver timeline guide .

To apply for an instruction permit at the Wisconsin DMV, your child will usually need the MV3001 form provided by Easy Method Driving School, proof of identity such as a certified birth certificate or valid U.S. passport, and proof of Social Security such as a Social Security card or qualifying student ID.

For a more detailed checklist, visit our Wisconsin DMV document and permit resources.

In Wisconsin, drivers under 18 must usually hold the instruction permit for at least 6 months before taking the road test, while also meeting supervised driving and course completion requirements.

For more details on what comes next, see our Wisconsin probationary license rules for teens .

Your child can begin behind‑the‑wheel lessons once they are at least 15 years old, have taken or are taking the classroom portion of driver education, and have a valid instruction permit. The first lesson must be scheduled within the first 60 days after receiving the permit. If you need scheduling help, call (414) 447‑0202.

To cancel a scheduled behind‑the‑wheel lesson, contact our office at least 24 hours in advance to avoid a no‑show fee.

We encourage students to manage their own lesson scheduling when possible as part of building responsibility and readiness.

Behind‑the‑wheel lessons cannot be canceled by email or text message.

Yes. If a teen completed the classroom portion at another driving school, they may be able to complete behind‑the‑wheel training with Easy Method after providing the classroom completion certificate.

Once the certificate is received, the student can continue with the next required steps for the permit and driving process.

Please note that a $90 deposit is required to receive the MV3001 permit application form.

After a student successfully completes the required classroom and behind‑the‑wheel training, the Course Completion Certificate is processed and issued.

Completion certificates are typically filed electronically with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation within about 7 to 10 business days after the final lesson and all requirements are met.

If you have questions about the certificate, please call our office for help.

The Wisconsin DMV currently charges a fee for the temporary instruction permit. Because DMV fees can change, we recommend confirming the latest amount directly with the Wisconsin DMV before your visit.

No. Wisconsin generally requires students under age 18 to be enrolled in and attending a certified driver education program before they can receive an instruction permit.

Our online classroom course is self‑paced, so students can begin on the same day they enroll.

Wisconsin rules limit students to a maximum of 2 hours of online coursework per day, and the course must be completed within the required completion period.

If you need help choosing between online and hybrid options, visit our teen driver education programs page.

Online classroom‑only instruction can be a good option for families who want flexible, self‑paced completion of the classroom portion of driver education.

However, students who choose classroom‑only instruction through Easy Method are not eligible to receive the MV3001 form from us unless they also complete the behind‑the‑wheel portion required under your selected program.

Our office hours are:

• Monday to Friday: 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
• Saturday: 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

We are closed on major holidays and on the following Monday when a listed holiday falls on a Sunday.

Once your child receives the instruction permit, please have them call (414) 447‑0202 as soon as possible to schedule the first behind‑the‑wheel appointment. They will need the permit number and expiration date.

Wisconsin requires the first lesson to be completed within the first 60 days after the permit is issued, so it is best to call early.

Adults age 18 or older should call our office directly for help with adult driving lessons.

At this time, we do not offer online scheduling for behind‑the‑wheel lessons.

Easy Method offers a Wisconsin road test car service that includes use of a dual‑controlled, insured training vehicle for the DMV road test.

For teens who completed driver education with Easy Method, the discounted road test car price is $120. For other students and adults, the standard road test car price is $129.80.

If you want more help before test day, visit our Wisconsin road test and licensing resources.