Avoid the long lines and confusion at the RMV. When you schedule your License Test at The Next Street, you’ll test in a calm, supportive environment with our car and one of our licensed instructors as your sponsor. An RMV examiner comes to our testing site to conduct the official test, while our certified driving experts handle everything else. We’ll walk you through the process, handle all paperwork, and make sure you’re fully prepared to pass.
Note: RMV testing fees not included.
Massachusetts has different requirements for getting a driver’s license depending on the student’s age. However, all students must have their physical learner’s permit with them on test day—no pictures or copies. If your permit has a “B” restriction, you must also wear your glasses or contacts.
Teens (16½–17)
- Be at least 16½ on test day
- Hold a learner’s permit for at least 6 months
- Complete a driver education program, including:
- 30 hours of classroom instruction, plus a 2-hour Parent Class
- 12 hours behind-the-wheel driving instruction
- 6 hours in-car observation
- Complete 40 hours of supervised driving with a parent/guardian
- Earn RMV Driver Education Certificate
Adults (18+)
- No waiting period required—you can test at any time after getting a learner’s permit
- Completing a driver education program is not required, but strongly recommended
- We recommend at least 40 hours of supervised driving practice before testing to ensure road readiness
Wait times are based on your permit issue date, not when you begin class.
The RMV provides us with a license test date and time with one week’s notice. To qualify for the test, we must have 30 eligible students ready to test. We generally offer between two and four tests per month. Tests are offered at our Worcester, Northampton, and West Springfield locations.
- Single-product purchases: Refundable within 6 months, minus a 10% processing fee
- Bundle purchases: Non-refundable once any service in the bundle has been started
Safety is at the center of everything we teach. Each lesson is led by state-certified instructors who emphasize defensive driving, hazard awareness, and responsible decision-making. Whether in the classroom or behind the wheel, we create a calm, supportive environment at every turn.
