Parking on Campus
The University of Arizona offers a variety of parking options to accommodate different needs, from daily commuters to occasional visitors. Here you’ll find options like accessible parking, a reserved space, or a flexible permit for hybrid work schedules and more. Below is a quick overview of the available parking and permit types to help you find the best option for your campus parking needs.
Hourly Pay Parking
The University of Arizona offers flexible parking options, including hourly pay garage parking, street pay parking, and park-and-ride services, all designed for convenience and easy payment.
Garage Parking
Pay $2.50/hour in campus garages through kiosk or QR code payment portal.
Street or Lot Parking
Pay $2.50/hour in designated spaces through the Passport Parking App.
Park & Ride Lot
Pay $2.50/Day at The Bridges at Tech Park through the Passport Parking App and take the Cat Tran to campus.
Campus Parking Map
Planning your visit to the University of Arizona? The Campus Parking Map is your go-to guide for navigating parking options across campus. Find hourly pay parking, daily parking, and much more.
Use the map to locate:
Permit Parking
Find a variety of parking permit options to fit different parking needs, including garage, lot, street, and reserved parking, as well as park-and-ride and seasonal permits.
Garage, Lot & Street Permits
Access to assigned locations.
Park & Ride Lot Permits
Offers parking in designated off-campus lots with Cat Tran shuttle service to campus.
Flexible & Occasional Permits
Options for employees who commute a few times per week.
Motorcycle Permit
Offers motorcycle parking in designated spaces.
Summer Permit
Allows parking in designated lots or garages during the summer session.
Reserved Permit
Allows parking in assigned reserved space. Issued on an approval basis.
Disabled Permit
Allows parking in all lot, zone, street and/or garage unrestricted disabled parking spaces throughout campus.
Retiree Permit
Available for eligible U of A retirees, providing access to designated lots at no cost. Restrictions and eligibility requirements apply.
Finding a Parking Space
Signs located at the entrance to campus parking areas or along street parking indicate the type of parking permit required, the hours of control and special regulations. Drivers should be alert to both temporary and permanent signage displaying parking instructions, including hourly pay parking spaces that are covered, bagged, blocked with cones or other barricade equipment, or restricted/reserved parking locations.
If a Permit Holder cannot find a parking space, they should immediately contact the Parking & Transportation Services dispatch office at (520) 621-1108 for guidance.
Special/Athletic Event Parking
The University of Arizona offers designated parking solutions for special events and athletic game days. Permit holders may experience temporary relocations or restrictions. Please carefully review the following guidelines to ensure compliance and convenience.
Payment Methods & Refund Process
PTS offers multiple payment options for parking permits. Refund policies vary by payment method.
Permit cost is transferred to the student’s bursar account. Requires annual renewal.
Refund amount issued back to the bursar account.
Permit cost is paid in full at the time of purchase. Requires annual renewal.
Refund amount issued to the original payment card.
In-office transaction only. Permit price is paid at the time of purchase in one single payment. Requires annual renewal.
Permit cost is deducted bi-weekly via payroll deduction. With this payment method, your permit will automatically renew. If you cancel your permit, future payroll deductions will end.
Parking and Transportation Policies
The University of Arizona’s Parking and Transportation Service policies are designed to ensure a safe, fair, and orderly campus environment. All individuals driving, cycling, walking, or utilizing other transportation options on campus are responsible for understanding and complying with these policies.
The policies prioritize campus safety, fairness, convenience, aesthetics, and adherence to applicable laws. Lack of knowledge of these policies does not exempt individuals from responsibility or enforcement actions.