UNIVERSITY CORP

AUTHORIZED

DBA: UNIVERSITY

3789 GROVEPORT ROAD, COLUMBUS, OH, 43207|(614) 492-1144

USDOT

200236

MC Number

148562

Fleet Size

132

Total Drivers

132

Last updated: March 16, 2026

Safety overview

UNIVERSITY CORP is a large interstate motor carrier based in COLUMBUS, Ohio, operating 132 power units with 132 drivers. Their safety profile raises flags: 5 of 5 BASIC categories exceed the 75th percentile, which is where FMCSA considers stepping in. Their driver out-of-service rate of 1.7% comes in under the 5.51% national average. They have 15 crashes on file (8 with injuries). FMCSA records show 302 inspections for this carrier.

BASIC scores

SMS Percentiles

Higher percentile = worse performance relative to peers. Scores at or above 75% may trigger an FMCSA investigation.

Unsafe Driving
87%
HOS / Fatigue
88%
👤Driver Fitness
86%
Controlled Substances
99%
🔧Vehicle Maintenance
83%

Out-of-service rates vs. national average

An out-of-service order means the driver or vehicle was pulled from operation during a roadside inspection.

Driver OOS rate1.7%
National average5.5%
Vehicle OOS rate22.6%
National average20.7%

For reference, the average driver OOS rate in Ohio is 10.3% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 27.6% across 47,364 carriers.

Company details

Entity Type
N/A
Carrier Operation
Interstate
Operation Classification
Authorized For Hire
Cargo Carried
N
Hazmat
No
Safety Rating Date
N/A

What are BASIC scores?

FMCSA tracks carrier performance through its Safety Measurement System (SMS), which scores carriers across six categories called BASICs. Each score is a percentile from 0 to 100, based on inspection and crash data from the past 24 months.

A score of 65 means the carrier performed worse than 65% of its peers. Anything above 75% can trigger FMCSA alerts or investigations. Brokers vetting new carriers should pay attention to scores above 50%.

Unsafe driving
Speeding, reckless driving, improper lane changes, seatbelt violations. All based on what officers find during roadside inspections.
HOS / Fatigue
Hours-of-service violations, logbook problems, driving past the allowed limits. Fatigued driving is one of the top causes of truck crashes in the US.
Driver fitness
Licensing problems, expired medical certificates, and other driver qualification issues.
Controlled substances
Drug and alcohol testing violations, possession, or impairment.
Vehicle maintenance
Brake problems, tire issues, lighting defects, load securement failures. Caught during the vehicle portion of roadside inspections.
Crash indicator
Based on crash history from state-reported data. Higher percentile means more crashes relative to the carrier's size and mileage.

Inspections

302

Total

66%

Driver %

Driver Inspections302
Vehicle Inspections155
Driver OOS Rate1.7%
Vehicle OOS Rate22.6%

Insurance on file

Liability (BIPD)

GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. — eff. Dec 27, 2016

$1,000,000ACTIVE

Cargo

Not on file

Surety Bond

Not on file

Trust Fund

Not on file

Crash history

15

Total Crashes

Fatal Crashes0
Injury Crashes8
Tow Crashes15

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Frequently asked questions

Is UNIVERSITY CORP authorized to operate?

Yes. UNIVERSITY CORP (USDOT #200236) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.

What is UNIVERSITY CORP's safety record?

UNIVERSITY CORP has 5 BASIC scores above the 75th percentile, which is where FMCSA may look into a carrier. Brokers should weigh these scores alongside the inspection history and crash data before making a decision.

How many trucks does UNIVERSITY CORP operate?

UNIVERSITY CORP operates 132 power units with 132 drivers on file. That puts them in the large carrier category by FMCSA standards.

Does UNIVERSITY CORP transport hazardous materials?

No. UNIVERSITY CORP does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.

Where is UNIVERSITY CORP located?

UNIVERSITY CORP is based in COLUMBUS, Ohio at 3789 GROVEPORT ROAD, 43207. Phone: (614) 492-1144.

What are UNIVERSITY CORP's out-of-service rates?

UNIVERSITY CORP's driver out-of-service rate is 1.7%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Below average, which is a good sign. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 22.6% (national average: 20.72%).