FIRST STUDENT INC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
354406
MC Number
191534
Fleet Size
33821
Total Drivers
36793
FMCSA-derived snapshot updated: October 4, 2026. This is not a real-time record; verify critical authority, insurance and safety details directly with FMCSA.
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Safety overview
FIRST STUDENT INC is a large interstate motor carrier based in CINCINNATI, Ohio, operating 33821 power units with 36793 drivers. CarrierOwl is currently validating BASIC percentile display against the official FMCSA SMS portal; use the inspection, out-of-service, crash, authority, and insurance data below as the primary public safety indicators on this page. Their driver out-of-service rate of 0.5% comes in under the 6.7% national average. They have 663 crashes on file (4 fatal, 280 with injuries). FMCSA records show 10530 inspections for this carrier.
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BASIC scores
Under reviewCarrierOwl is validating BASIC percentile calculations against the official FMCSA SMS portal. Until that review is complete, use FMCSA directly for current BASIC percentiles and use the inspection, out-of-service, crash, authority, and insurance data on this page as supporting indicators.
BASIC percentile display is temporarily paused while we validate CarrierOwl's methodology against the official FMCSA SMS portal.
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.
For reference, the average driver OOS rate in Ohio is 11.2% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 28.1% across 51,034 carriers.
Company details
- Entity Type
- N/A
- Carrier Operation
- Interstate
- Operation Classification
- Authorized For Hire, Private (Passenger Business)
- Cargo Carried
- N
- Hazmat
- No
- Safety Rating Date
- N/A
Inspections
10530
Total
16%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
Old Republic Insurance Company — eff. Apr 1, 2022
Cargo
Not on file
Surety Bond
Not on file
Trust Fund
Not on file
Source: FMCSA Motus. Imported Oct 6, 2026. Verify current filings directly with FMCSA before relying on them.
Crash history
663
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is FIRST STUDENT INC authorized to operate?
CarrierOwl's FMCSA-derived snapshot for FIRST STUDENT INC (USDOT #354406) shows "AUTHORIZED" status. The snapshot lists them as an interstate carrier. Verify the current official record with FMCSA before booking a load.
What is FIRST STUDENT INC's safety record?
FIRST STUDENT INC has 10530 inspections in CarrierOwl's current imported snapshot and 663 matching crashes. They do not show a formal FMCSA safety rating in CarrierOwl's current data. A zero result is limited to the dataset and snapshot window. Verify current BASIC percentiles and crash information directly with FMCSA before relying on them.
How many trucks does FIRST STUDENT INC operate?
FIRST STUDENT INC operates 33821 power units with 36793 drivers on file. That puts them in the large carrier category by FMCSA standards.
Does FIRST STUDENT INC transport hazardous materials?
No. FIRST STUDENT INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is FIRST STUDENT INC located?
FIRST STUDENT INC is based in CINCINNATI, Ohio at 191 ROSA PARKS DRIVE SUITE 8FL, 45202. Phone: (513) 241-2200.
What are FIRST STUDENT INC's out-of-service rates?
FIRST STUDENT INC's driver out-of-service rate is 0.5%, compared with the 6.7% reference shown by FMCSA SMS when checked August 4, 2026. Interpret the difference with inspection volume and verify the current FMCSA record. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 2.8%, compared with the 23.4% reference shown by FMCSA SMS when checked August 4, 2026. Interpret the difference with inspection volume and verify the current FMCSA record.