All 50 states and DC
Can you take the permit test online?
13 states let anyone take the knowledge test online, 5 only drivers under 18 and Michigan only drivers 18 and over. 8 states give it through driver education or a school, and 16 states describe the test at an office. 8 states say nothing in the documents on hand. Find your state in the table.
By state
Find your state.
Each state’s row as its own documents state it. “At an office” means the state’s documents describe taking the test at an office and none of them offers it online. A dash means the documents on hand don’t say. States add online tests, so check your state’s page.
| State | Where you take it | Fee for the online test |
|---|---|---|
| AlabamaPublishes nothing on where the test is taken | Not published | |
| Alaska | Online, for anyone | Not published |
| Arizona | Online, under 18 only | Not published |
| ArkansasPublishes nothing on where the test is taken | Not published | |
| CaliforniaPublishes nothing on where the test is taken | Not published | |
| Colorado | Online, for anyone | $6.50 |
| Connecticut | At an office | |
| DelawarePublishes nothing on where the test is taken | Not published | |
| District of Columbia | Online, for anyone | Not published |
| Florida | Online, under 18 only | Not published |
| Georgia | At an office | |
| Hawaii | Online, for anyone | $11 to $25 by county |
| IdahoPublishes nothing on where the test is taken | Not published | |
| Illinois | At an office | |
| Indiana | At an office | |
| IowaPublishes nothing on where the test is taken | Not published | |
| Kansas | Online, for anyone | Not published |
| Kentucky | At an office | |
| Louisiana | Through driver education | |
| Maine | At an office | |
| Maryland | At an office | |
| Massachusetts | Online, for anyone | Not published |
| Michigan | Online, 18 and over | $6.50 |
| Minnesota | At an office | |
| Mississippi | Through driver education | |
| Missouri | At an office | |
| Montana | At an office | |
| Nebraska | Through driver education | |
| Nevada | Online, for anyone | Not published |
| New HampshirePublishes nothing on where the test is taken | Not published | |
| New Jersey | At an office | |
| New MexicoPublishes nothing on where the test is taken | Not published | |
| New York | Online, under 18 only | Not published |
| North Carolina | At an office | |
| North Dakota | Online, for anyone | Not published |
| Ohio | Online, for anyone | Not published |
| Oklahoma | Online, for anyone | No extra fee |
| Oregon | Online, for anyone | Not published |
| Pennsylvania | At an office | |
| Rhode Island | Through driver education | |
| South Carolina | Through driver education | |
| South Dakota | At an office | |
| Tennessee | Online, under 18 only | Not published |
| Texas | Through driver education | |
| Utah | At an office | |
| Vermont | Online, for anyone | Not published |
| Virginia | Through driver education | |
| Washington | Through driver education | |
| West Virginia | Online, for anyone | Not published |
| Wisconsin | Online, under 18 only | $10 |
| Wyoming | At an office |
“At an office” means the state’s documents describe taking the test at an office and none of them offers it online. A dash means the documents on hand don’t say. States add online tests, so check your state’s page. Each state’s own sentence is in the sources below.
Checked against each state’s handbook, agency pages and rules on October 29, 2026. The documents’ own sentences are below the table. How we check facts
By who can test online
What states allow online permit tests?
The states that give the knowledge test online, grouped by who may take it there, then the states that give it through a course and the ones that describe an office.
Online for anyone
13 states let anyone take it online
Alaska, Colorado, District of Columbia, Hawaii, Kansas, Massachusetts, Nevada, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Vermont, West Virginia
Online, under 18 only
5 states give it online to drivers under 18
Online, 18 and over
1 state gives it online to drivers 18 and over
Through driver education
8 states give it through a course or a school
Louisiana, Mississippi, Nebraska, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Texas, Virginia, Washington
At an office
16 states describe the test at an office
Connecticut, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, New Jersey, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, South Dakota, Utah, Wyoming
Not published
8 states say nothing in the documents on hand
Alabama, Arkansas, California, Delaware, Idaho, Iowa, New Hampshire, New Mexico
Questions
Good to know before you book.
What states allow online permit tests?
19 states, by their own documents: Alaska, Arizona, Colorado, District of Columbia, Florida, Hawaii, Kansas, Massachusetts, Michigan, Nevada, New York, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Tennessee, Vermont, West Virginia and Wisconsin. In Alaska, Colorado, District of Columbia, Hawaii, Kansas, Massachusetts, Nevada, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Vermont and West Virginia anyone can take it online. In Arizona, Florida, New York, Tennessee and Wisconsin only drivers under 18 can. In Michigan only drivers 18 and over can. The rule for each one, in the state’s own words, is below the table.
Can you take the permit test online at home if you’re over 18?
In Alaska, Colorado, District of Columbia, Hawaii, Kansas, Massachusetts, Nevada, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Vermont and West Virginia, yes: anyone can take it online. In Michigan the online test is for drivers 18 and over. In Arizona, Florida, New York, Tennessee and Wisconsin it is for drivers under 18 only, so an adult takes it in person. Everywhere else the documents on hand give no online test.
Does the online test cost more?
What does “At an office” mean here?
That the state’s documents describe taking the test at an office or a branch and none of them offers it online. Connecticut, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, New Jersey, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, South Dakota, Utah and Wyoming are in that group today. States add online tests, so check your state’s page before your test.
Sources
Where each answer comes from.
Open a state to read the sentences of its handbook, agency pages or rules that give its answer, each with a link to the document.
Alabama
Not published
Alabama’s current handbook and agency pages on hand say nothing about where the knowledge test is taken.
Alabama practice testAlaska
Online, for anyone
You can take the written test for your instruction permit online at ak.knowtodrive.com.
“To take the online written test for your instruction permit, please visit ak.knowtodrive.com.”
You can take it anywhere, at any time, from home on your own device.
“Take your test anywhere and at any time, from the convenience of your home on your own device.”
Fees may apply to the online knowledge test.
“Take an online knowledge test (fees may apply)”
You get a pass or fail result right away, with directions for the next steps.
“Get immediate pass/fail results and directions for next steps once the test is completed.”
Arizona
Online, under 18 only
If you’re under 18, you can take the permit test at home through a parent’s AZ MVD Now account or a driving school.
“If you’re an Arizona teenager (under 18), there’s no need to go into an office for your written test! Take the Permit Test @ Home through a parent or legal guardian’s AZ MVD Now account or a participating Arizona Professional Driving School.”
A parent or legal guardian pays the $7 application fee and supervises the test.
“Steps for the parent or legal guardian Sign in or create your AZ MVD Now account Verify your identity Complete your teen's information Pay the $7 application fee Supervise the test”
Anyone can take the permit test at any MVD location instead.
“You can also take the permit test at any MVD location.”
Arkansas
Not published
Arkansas’s current handbook and agency pages on hand say nothing about where the knowledge test is taken.
Arkansas practice testCalifornia
Not published
California’s current handbook and agency pages on hand say nothing about where the knowledge test is taken.
California practice testColorado
Online, for anyone · $6.50
You can take the test for your instruction permit online.
“Aspiring drivers can now test for their instruction permit online.”
Any Colorado resident who needs the test can take it at home.
“Any Colorado resident who needs to take a Driving Knowledge Test.”
Each attempt costs $6.50, a $5 testing fee plus a $1.50 card fee.
“First attempt: Free + $5 testing fee + $1.50 credit card processing fee = $6.50”
If you’re under 19, an adult over 19 must be your proxy for the test.
“Additionally, test-takers younger than 19 will need an adult older than 19 to be a proxy for the test.”
You can take it as many times as needed, but only twice a day.
“You can take it as many times as needed, but only twice in one day.”
You can also take it in an office or at a driving school, by appointment.
“You can take a Driving Knowledge Test online with @Home Driving Knowledge Tests, in-office or at a driving school. Please note appointments are required and can be made at myDMV.Colorado.gov.”
The handbook says to take your permit test at home.
“Take your permit test at home!”
Connecticut
At an office
All testing must be done in person.
“All testing must be done in person.”
Testing is by appointment only at select DMV offices.
“Testing is offered by appointment only at select DMV offices.”
DMV offices give the knowledge test by appointment.
“DMV offices conduct knowledge testing for operator licensing on an appointment basis.”
Delaware
Not published
Delaware’s current handbook and agency pages on hand say nothing about where the knowledge test is taken.
Delaware practice testDistrict of Columbia
Online, for anyone
You can take the knowledge test virtually or at a local Test Proctoring Center.
“Knowledge testing is now available virtually and via a local Test Proctoring Center, with the exception of motorcycle and CDL knowledge tests.”
You need an appointment to test virtually or at the Test Proctoring Center.
“An appointment is required to take the test virtually and at the Test Proctoring Center.”
Virtual testing covers only the standard and the GRAD knowledge tests.
“Virtual testing is only available specifically for the standard and the Graduated License Program (GRAD) (16-20 years old) knowledge tests.”
You pay a fee for the knowledge test whether you pass or fail.
“You must pay a fee to take the knowledge test, whether you pass or fail.”
After a virtual test, a representative tells you your result right away.
“If you complete the virtual knowledge test, you will be immediately notified by a representative of your test results.”
The handbook says the test can be taken at any DMV service center.
“The driver license knowledge examination can be taken at any DMV service center.”
Florida
Online, under 18 only
Students under 18 may take the knowledge test online.
“Students under 18 may take the knowledge exam online.”
If you’re under 18, approved third-party administrators give the Class E knowledge test online.
“Any applicant under the age of 18 can take the Class E Knowledge Exam online. There are approved third party administrators that provide this service.”
A Parent Proctoring Form is required, notarized or signed in front of a driver license examiner.
“NOTE: A Parent Proctoring Form is required for online tests, and must be notarized or signed in the presence of a driver license examiner.”
If you pass through a third-party administrator, you may be picked at random for a mandatory retest.
“Note: Section 322.56(3)(b) and (e), Florida Statutes, provides that a customer who passes the Class E Knowledge Exam or Driving Skills Test through an authorized third party administrator may be randomly selected for a no fee mandatory re-test without prior notice.”
Many high school driver education classes can give the test through DELAP.
“Many high school driver education classes are authorized to provide the Class E Knowledge Exam through DELAP.”
The test can also be taken at a service center.
“The Class E Knowledge Exam can be taken at a service center.”
Georgia
At an office
Knowledge tests are given on a walk-in basis at every DDS Customer Service Center.
“Knowledge exams are given on a walk-in basis at every DDS Customer Service Center statewide.”
You must start the written test at least 30 minutes before closing.
“To ensure that an applicant has adequate time to complete the knowledge exam, customers must begin taking the written test at least 30 minutes prior to closing.”
No appointment is needed for the knowledge test.
“No appointment is needed, and a free Practice Test is available online.”
Hawaii
Online, for anyone · $11 to $25 by county
You can take the written test for a learner’s permit from home or almost anywhere.
“Taking the written test for a learner’s permit to drive in Hawaii can now be accomplished in the comfort of your home, in a classroom or just about anywhere!”
Any Hawaii resident who needs the written test can take it online.
“Any Hawaii resident who needs to take the written test.”
The fee is $12 in Honolulu, $11 in Hawaii County, $20 in Kauai County and $25 in Maui County.
“The cost is the county fee plus $10, so in the City and County of Honolulu for the test is $12 ($2 city and county fee, $10 combined transaction and credit card fee), payable only online by credit card. The fee for Hawaii County is $11 ($1 county fee plus $10 transaction), Kauai County is $20 ($10 county fee plus $10 transaction), and Maui County is $25 ($15 county fee plus $10 transaction).”
The online test is only for the Class 3 car license, not the motorcycle license.
“The online permit test is only available for the Class 3 (vehicle) Driver’s License.”
You need a desktop or laptop with a webcam, not a phone or tablet.
“To take the test online, you must have an internet-connected desktop or laptop computer with a mouse (or mouse-pad controlled cursor), keyboard and a functioning webcam.”
You can take it as many times as needed, but only twice a day.
“You can take it as many times as needed, but only twice in one day.”
In Hawaii County the fee is $11, a $1 test fee plus a $10 card fee.
“The test fee is $11, which includes a $1 test fee and a $10 transaction and credit card fee.”
Idaho
Not published
Idaho’s current handbook and agency pages on hand say nothing about where the knowledge test is taken.
Idaho practice testIllinois
At an office
Written testing is offered at DMV facilities, but not at express facilities.
“To obtain a new driver's license, you must visit a DMV to surrender your out-of-state license and pass a vision screening, written exam, and possibly a drive exam. (Note: Express facilities do not process out-of-state transfers or offer written testing.)”
You can ask for an oral version of the written test in person at any driver’s license facility.
“Oral examinations (for the written test) can be requested in person at any Secretary of State driver’s license facility, Monday through Thursday.”
Indiana
At an office
You take the computer-based knowledge test at a BMV branch, with no appointment needed.
“You don't need to schedule an appointment for a knowledge exam. But, you MUST arrive at the branch at least 30 minutes before it closes to take the computer-based knowledge exam that day.”
Arrive at the branch at least 30 minutes before it closes to test that day.
“You must arrive at the branch at least 30 minutes before the branch closes to take the computer-based knowledge exam that day.”
Iowa
Not published
Iowa’s current handbook and agency pages on hand say nothing about where the knowledge test is taken.
Iowa practice testKansas
Online, for anyone
You can take the knowledge test online, then bring your passing result to the office.
“The Kansas Department of Revenue offers Kansans the ability to complete their non-commercial knowledge exam online, bring in their passing results, and eliminate the in-office knowledge exam.”
Check whether you qualify at ks.knowtodrive.com.
“For more information, and to see if you qualify, visit https://ks.knowtodrive.com.”
You can also take it at a Full-Service Driver License Center or through an approved driver’s education course.
“To take the knowledge exam, you may go to any Full-Service Driver License Center, complete an approved driver’s education course, or complete the written exam online at https://ks.knowtodrive.com/.”
Kentucky
At an office
The State Police give the tests at offices across the state.
“The Kentucky State Police offers testing services at mulitple offices regionally located across the state.”
All testing is by appointment only.
“All testing is conducted by appointment only.”
After you pass, you go to a Transportation Cabinet Regional Office for your permit.
“After passing the required vision and knowledge tests, you will return to the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet Regional Office where they will issue an instruction permit.”
Louisiana
Through driver education
Your driver education provider gives the knowledge and skills tests.
“The knowledge and skills tests are administered by the driver education provider.”
You need a Temporary Instruction Permit before the knowledge test is given.
“Prior to the administration of the knowledge or the skill test or any behind the wheel instruction, a Temporary Instruction Permit (TIP) must be obtained.”
The handbook says the test is given on a computer in most offices.
“The exam is given on a computer in most offices and you must correctly answer 80 percent of these questions to receive a passing score.”
Maine
At an office
Written tests and vision screenings are offered on a schedule at all Motor Vehicle branch offices.
“Written exams and visual screenings are offered on a scheduled basis at all Motor Vehicle branch offices.”
The digital test is given at one of the BMV’s 13 branches.
“If the applicant speaks a language provided in our testing system, they will be schedule to take the tet with the digital system at one of our 13 branches across the state.”
Maryland
At an office
You take the knowledge test at an MVA location.
“You take the knowledge test at an MVA location.”
Take your test at an MVA office location.
“Take your test at an MVA office location”
Massachusetts
Online, for anyone
You can take the permit test at the service center when you apply, or online after you submit your application.
“Learner’s permit exams can be taken in the service center when you submit your application. They are also available online at Mass.Gov/RMV after you submit your application.”
After your application and documents are verified, you get login details to take the test online.
“Once an application and documents have been processed and verified, you will be given login instructions and credentials to complete your test online.”
Your photo is taken before, during and at the end of the online test.
“You must consent to your photo being taken before, during, and at the end of the exam”
You can’t take the test on a smartphone or tablet.
“You can not take the exam on a smartphone or tablet”
Michigan
Online, 18 and over · $6.50
At 18 or older with no license yet, you apply for a temporary instruction permit at a Secretary of State office.
“If you are age 18 or older and have never been licensed, you must apply for a temporary instruction permit (TIP) at a Secretary of State office and pass a driving skills test administered by a driver testing business.”
You can take the written knowledge test online at home for a $6.50 convenience fee.
“You also have the option of taking an online version of the test at home on your own computer or laptop for a $6.50 convenience fee.”
At a Secretary of State office, the written test is given at no charge.
“The written knowledge test is provided at all Secretary of State offices at no charge.”
The online test is taken at home on a computer or laptop.
“The written driver’s license knowledge test is also available online (and is taken at home using a computer or laptop) for a $6.50 convenience fee.”
Teens in driver education must score 70 percent on the Segment 1 state test.
“Segment 1 requires at least 24 hours of classroom instruction, a minimum of six hours of behind-the-wheel instruction, a minimum of four hours of observation time in a training vehicle and a minimum of 70 percent on the Segment 1 state exam.”
Minnesota
At an office
You can take the written test at DVS exam stations across the state.
“You can take the written test at DVS exam stations across the state.”
Appointments are required for the Class D written test.
“Appointments are required for the Class D written test.”
Mississippi
Through driver education
A District Supervisor goes to approved schools to give the learner’s permit test to driver education students.
“It shall be the responsibility of the District Supervisor to go to the approved schools to administer the learner’s permit test to the driver education students.”
Tests are given at a school when a driver education class has at least 20 students.
“A driver education class should have a minimum of twenty (20) students before tests are given at a school.”
Missouri
At an office
The State Highway Patrol gives the driver tests.
“The MSHP administers the driver examination.”
Contact the MSHP or the Department to find the testing center nearest you.
“To find the testing center nearest you, contact the MSHP or the Department.”
Montana
At an office
You pass the written test and vision test at the driver exam station.
“To obtain the NCLP, the applicant will be required to present the appropriate documents (identification, authorized presence, proof of Montana residence), pay the licensing fees, and pass the written test and vision test at the driver exam station.”
All driver license stations require scheduled appointments.
“All driver license stations require scheduled appointments.”
Nebraska
Through driver education
If you complete a DMV-approved driver safety course, the written and drive tests are waived.
“The written and drive test will be waived if the applicant has completed a DMV approved driver safety course.”
Schools send course completion results to the DMV electronically.
“Schools transmit all other course completion results electronically to the DMV.”
When the school’s test information reaches the DMV, the written test is waived.
“When the SCP/POP test information has been electronically received from the Driver Safety School or presented by the applicant. the written test is waived.”
Nevada
Online, for anyone
You can take your written test online from home.
“Prepare to take your written test online from the comfort of your home.”
You need a computer with a front-facing camera.
“Use a computer with a front-facing camera...”
Touch-screen devices are not supported.
“Touch-screen devices are not supported”
If you fail, you can retake the test the next day.
“If you fail, you can retake the test the next day.”
A $25 testing fee is required before you take the written test.
“A $25 testing fee is required before taking the written test.”
Your online result is sent to the DMV automatically.
“Results are automatically sent to the DMV”
New Hampshire
Not published
New Hampshire’s current handbook and agency pages on hand say nothing about where the knowledge test is taken.
New Hampshire practice testNew Jersey
At an office
Most MVC agencies give the knowledge test and vision screening.
“Note: Most agencies conduct knowledge testing and vision screening.”
Check njmvc.gov to find which MVC Licensing Centers offer driver testing.
“To find out which MVC Licensing Centers offer driver testing services, check online at www.njmvc.gov or call (609) 292-6500.”
New Mexico
Not published
New Mexico’s current handbook and agency pages on hand say nothing about where the knowledge test is taken.
New Mexico practice testNew York
Online, under 18 only
Students who are at least 15 years and 11 months can take the written test through the DMV’s OKTA program.
“Before you apply for a learner permit, students who are at least age 15 and 11 months can take the written test through the DMV Online Knowledge Test Application (OKTA) program.”
The test is given at participating high schools across New York State.
“The test is given at participating high schools across New York State.”
A school staff member monitors the tests.
“They must provide a personal computer with Internet access, a printer and at least one staff person to monitor the tests.”
If you fail, you can take it again online as many times as the school allows.
“Students who fail the test can take it again online as many times as the school allows.”
North Carolina
At an office
You take the required tests and have your photo made at the local driver license office.
“Customers who take required tests and have their photos made at the local driver license office will receive a temporary driving certificate valid for 60 days.”
Walk-ins are accepted all day, or until capacity is reached.
“Walk-ins also are accepted all day, or until capacity is reached.”
North Dakota
Online, for anyone
You pass the knowledge test at a Driver License office or at nd.knowtodrive.com.
“To receive a permit you must first pass the knowledge examination at a Driver License office or at nd.knowtodrive.com and the visual screen test.”
If you pass the permit test online, you make an appointment at a Driver License office to get your permit.
“Please note if you passed the permit test online you must make an appointment to visit a ND Driver License office to obtain your permit.”
You can take your knowledge test right away at nd.knowtodrive.com.
“To obtain a North Dakota operator’s license, you must visit one of the Driver License offices, or you may take your knowledge test immediately at nd.knowtodrive.com.”
Ohio
Online, for anyone
You can take the knowledge test online through BMV Online Services, with 2 attempts in 6 months.
“Online through BMV Online Services (two attempts permitted in a six-month period).”
You can take the knowledge test online through Ohio BMV Online Services.
“An applicant may complete the knowledge test online by selecting the “Complete the Knowledge Test ONLINE” button above, or by visiting Ohio BMV - Online Services.”
You need a computer or laptop with a working webcam.
“You may take your Online Knowledge test with a computer or laptop that must have a functioning webcam.”
If you’re under 19, a supervising adult must be present.
“All applicants who are 15.5 years old but younger than 19 must have a supervising adult present.”
You can try the online test up to 2 times in 6 months, 24 hours apart.
“You can attempt the Knowledge Test online up to two times in a six-month period. You must wait 24 hours in between the two attempts.”
If you test online, your vision is screened at the deputy registrar when you buy the permit.
“If testing online, the vision screening will be performed at any deputy registrar license agency at the time of purchasing the temporary permit.”
Oklahoma
Online, for anyone · No extra fee
You can take the written test from home.
“Now, you can take the test from the comfort of your home.”
There is no extra fee for taking the written test online.
“No, there is no extra fee for taking the Written Exam online.”
If you’re under 18, a parent or guardian must be present to verify your identity before the test.
“Yes, if you are under 18, a parent or guardian must be present to verify your identity before you begin the test.”
At 18 or over, you can test online as long as your license isn’t suspended in any state.
“If you are over 18 years old: Must not have a suspended license in Oklahoma or any other state”
You can take the test online 2 times, then further attempts are in person.
“While the Written Exam can be taken as many times as needed, you may take the Written Exam online two times. After two fails on the online version, you will need to come see us in person for further attempts.”
You need a computer with a webcam and a microphone for identity checks and monitoring.
“You will need a computer with a stable internet connection, a webcam, and a microphone for identity verification and monitoring during the test.”
Oregon
Online, for anyone
You can take the knowledge test online at DMV2U at any time, or at a DMV office.
“You have options to take the knowledge test! Online: Go to DMV2U.Oregon.gov, at any time; or at a DMV office, either standby service or with an appointment.”
You need a desktop or laptop with a keyboard, mouse and webcam.
“You must use a desktop or laptop computer with a keyboard, mouse and webcam.”
If you’re under 18, a proctor over 21 must supervise the test.
“If under 18 years of age, a Proctor over 21 years of age must supervise the test.”
You can take the test online 4 times in all, then you must test at a DMV office.
“You may take the test online four times total. After four attempts you must test at a DMV office.”
Pennsylvania
At an office
Bring your documents to the Driver License Center when you’re ready to take the knowledge test.
“After studying the manual and following the steps listed above, bring the items listed below to the Driver License Center when you are ready to take your Knowledge Test:”
If you fail, you can retake the test the next business day.
“If you fail the Knowledge Test, you will be permitted to retake the test the following business day.”
Rhode Island
Through driver education
If you take the driver education course with CCRI, you take the DMV knowledge test through CCRI.
“NOTE: All applicants who take the thirty-three (33) hour driver education course with CCRI take the RI DMV Knowledge examination (Permit test) through CCRI.”
Other first-time applicants take the computerized test at the DMV’s main office in Cranston.
“First-time applicants (and those who fail the RI DMV knowledge exam through CCRI) must take the computerized examination at the main office of the DMV in Cranston.”
If you’re 18 or older, you take the computerized test at the DMV headquarters in Cranston.
“Applicants 18 years of age and older must come to the DMV headquarters, 600 New London Ave, Cranston to take a computerized knowledge exam prior to issuance of a learner’s permit.”
South Carolina
Through driver education
You can take the vision and knowledge tests at any SCDMV branch.
“You may take vision and knowledge tests at any SCDMV branch.”
One Stop Driver Training and Testing Programs, or third-party testers, are available for a first-time beginner’s permit.
“There are also One Stop Driver Training and Testing Programs (also known as third-party testers) available if you are applying for a first-time regular (class D) beginner’s permit, driver’s license, or motorcycle (class M) license.”
Their SCDMV-authorized testers can give the knowledge test instead of a branch office.
“this program have SCDMV-authorized testers who can administer the knowledge and/or skills tests instead of you having to take the tests at an SCDMV branch office.”
Visit an SCDMV branch before 4 p.m. to take the knowledge test for a beginner’s permit.
“If you're interested in getting a beginner's permit, study the appropriate manual and visit an SCDMV branch before 4 p.m. to take the knowledge test.”
South Dakota
At an office
If your license has expired, you book a knowledge test appointment at a driver exam station.
“If your driver license has been expired for more than 30 days, you must schedule a testing appointment at a driver exam station, as you will be required to pass a knowledge test.”
Testing appointments must be scheduled.
“Testing appointments must be scheduled”
Children and pets aren’t allowed in the testing area.
“For the knowledge test, we recommend you do not bring children or pets to your appointment, as they aren’t allowed in the testing area and you’ll be able to focus on passing your exam.”
Tennessee
Online, under 18 only
If you’re 15 to 17, you can take the written test online with a parent or legal guardian as proctor.
“Teenagers between the ages of 15 to 17 seeking to obtain their driver's license who are required to take a written test, can now take that test on-line under a proctor's supervision (parent/legal guardian) via Tennessee Proctor Identification (PID) App.”
Your parent or guardian needs a compatible phone or tablet for the Tennessee Proctor ID app.
“The parent or legal guardian serving as the proctor must have a compatible phone or tablet on which they can download the Tennessee Proctor ID app.”
You can take the online test up to 2 times.
“Applicants can only take the online knowledge test up to two (2) times.”
Even if you pass online, the department may have you retake the test at a driver services center.
“Even if an applicant passes the online knowledge test, the Tennessee Department of Safety & Homeland Security may require the applicant to retake the knowledge test at the driver services center.”
In person, the tests are given at all Driver Service Centers except express centers.
“Driver license tests are given at all Driver Service Centers except for the express service centers.”
Texas
Through driver education
Your driver education school or parent-taught provider may give the road signs and road rules tests before you apply.
“(a) Prior to application for a learner license, the driver education school, or parent taught driver education course provider may administer the Class C Road Signs exam and the Class C Road Rules exam to each student.”
The school may give the tests electronically using the department’s current version.
“The driver education school or parent taught driver education course provider will obtain the exams from the department or the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) and may reproduce and electronically administer the exams if the most current version available from the department or TDLR is used.”
After certain driver education courses, you don’t take the knowledge test at the driver license office.
“Upon successful completion of certain courses, the person is not required to take the Class C knowledge exam, also known as the written exam, at the driver license office.”
Utah
At an office
You pass the 50-question written knowledge test at the Driver License Division.
“Complete this online training and exam after you have passed the 50-question written knowledge test at the Driver License Division.”
After a failed attempt, you schedule a written retest appointment to return to the office.
“If you need to return to the office after a failed attempt, a written retest appointment will need to be scheduled.”
Vermont
Online, for anyone
The learner permit test is online at mydmv.vermont.gov, not in the office.
“The learner permit test is no longer taken in our office. It is an online test available on our website, mydmv.vermont.gov.”
The knowledge test is online and has 20 questions.
“The knowledge test is online and has 20 questions.”
Your permit is issued after you pass the online test and pay the fees.
“Your permit will be issued after you pass the online permit test and pay the required fees.”
Virginia
Through driver education
You can take the test on a computer at a DMV customer service center or in a classroom at a participating high school.
“The exam is multiple choice and can be taken on a computer at DMV customer service centers or in classrooms at participating high schools.”
Walk-in applicants must arrive by 4:30 p.m. on weekdays and 11:30 a.m. on Saturdays to test that day.
“Walk-in applicants for the knowledge exam must be present by 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, and by 11:30 a.m. on Saturdays in order to test that day.”
Washington
Through driver education
There are 2 ways to take the tests, at a driver training school or at a driver licensing office.
“There are two ways you can take your driver license exams. Find a driver training school exam location by searching approved driver training school at dol.wa.gov. Schedule an appointment at a driver licensing office in License Express.”
You schedule the knowledge test at a training and testing location.
“Ready to take the knowledge test? Schedule your test at a training and testing location.”
The test fee varies by location, so check with your testing location.
“You'll need to pay a fee to take the test that varies by location—check with your testing location for the exact amount.”
West Virginia
Online, for anyone
You can take the written test online through Know to Drive.
“Know to Drive Online Testing Applicants may take the written test Online.”
The online test’s certificate isn’t permission to drive until a DMV location processes it.
“THE CERTIFICATE RECEIVED FROM THIS TEST IS NOT PERMISSION TO DRIVE. YOU MUST GO TO A DMV LOCATION FOR PROCESSING.”
Wisconsin
Online, under 18 only · $10
If you’re 15 to 17, you can take the knowledge test online for a $10 fee.
“Applicants between ages 15 and 17 may also take the knowledge test online for a fee of $10.”
There is no charge for the test at a DMV customer service center.
“Tests in a DMV customer service center is free.”
The handbook’s cover points 15 to 17 year olds to KnowToDrive.com/Wisconsin to take the test at home.
“KnowToDrive.com/Wisconsin Take your knowledge test AT HOME”
Wyoming
At an office
You set up the written test at the testing station, where you can choose to hear the questions.
“If you prefer to hear the questions, as well as read them, you can choose that option when you are setting up the test at the testing station.”
You can take the same written test twice in one day.
“If you fail the written test, you may only take the same written test twice in one day.”
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