Students may apply for a driving license in the State of Missouri.  If you wish to drive regularly in the United States, you need to take a written test and a road test to get a driver’s license.

Before going to the Department of Transportation local office, students must prepare the following:

  • Request a driving license verification letter from International Center. Be aware that the letter will be ready for pick up in the office within 1-2 work days after the request is made.  The student is notified by email, therefore, please check the Missouri Western official email for messages.
  • Valid official passport with the current visa
  • Original I-20 form (or DS-2019)
  • Print out of the electronic I-94 entry notification
  • Bring the original Social Security Card, if you have one.