To prepare for thedriving test, read the Secretary of State's
booklet:
Driving Skills Test study guide.
A. Eligibility Requirements:
1. Teens - Under 18 years of age:
- Possess Level 1 License for 180 days
- Complete Segment 2 driver education course
- Driven 50 hours, 10 of which are nighttime hours
Bring with you to the Driving Test:
- Level 1 License
- Segment 2 Driver Education Certificate
- Current insurance and registration on vehicle you are driving for the test
- Only 1 parent or legal guardian may accompany their teen; no additional passengers permitted in vehicle.
If a parent/legal guardian is not able to accompany their teen on the driving test, they may write and sign a letter granting permission for another adult 21 years of age or older, to accompany their teen on the driving test. The parent/legal guardian must also state in the letter that their teen has completed 50 hours of driving, 10 of which are at night.
2. Adults & International Students - 18 Years
of Age or Older
- Possess Temporary Instructional Permit (TIP) for minimum
30 days; or
- Possess a TIP that states the 30 days have been waived;
or
- Possess an International License or License from country
with a document from the Secretary of State's office that
indicates the driver is eligible for taking the driving test
(known as a .01 receipt).
Adults bring with you to the Driving Test:
- Temporary Instructional Permit (TIP), or International License, or License from home country along with .01 receipt from the Secretary of State
- Current insurance and registration on vehicle you are driving for the test
B. Scheduling A Driving Test
Appointment
Appointments may be scheduled the same day, next
day, or anytime thereafter.
Call (517) 351-0064 for an appointment. If you get a voicemail recording,
leave your name and phone number and Driving Right will return your call
as soon as possible (usually same day or next day).
C. Cost for the Driving Test: $50. Retest, if necessary: $5. Vehicle rental: $25
You can get door to door directions
here.
East Lansing:
Driving tests are conducted at the Ascension Lutheran Church,
2780 Haslett Road, East Lansing. This site is very close
to MSU. It in on CATA bus route #22. A rental vehicle is
available for the driving test at an excellent rate.
Mason:
Driving tests are conducted at the All Saints Lutheran Church,
721 W. South St., Mason, MI.
