We accept cash (over the counter), check, university feebill and payroll deduction.
Possibly – it depends on whether or not the lot or structure has an existing waiting list for Reserved spaces. If it does, we cannot switch a permit from one individual to another and bypass the list, we have to honor the people who have been waiting for that area. Please contact us for more information and to see whether or not a specific transfer is permitted.
Reserved spaces are available to USC Faculty and Staff ONLY, and only with a departmental or Director’s recommendation. For consideration to purchase a Reserved permit, or to put your name on a waiting list, please send an email to auxtrans@usc.edu.
No. During the year, parking is sold online.
NO. Any permits found to be taped to a windshield or attached to a hanger not provided by Transportation Services will result in vehicle immobilization and a large fine (much more expensive than a normal citation).
Yes. You can purchase 2 or 3 day parking passes from the gate entrances. Temporary passes that last longer than 3 days can be purchased, but only at the Transportation Services office.
Yes. Any vehicle that is powered by a motor MUST by USC rules and regulations have a permit in order to be parked on campus.
All parking permits should be attached to the lower LEFT hand side of your windshield. It is alright if you have other parking stickers attached there but make sure that the USC parking sticker is in that general area. You will be ticketed if the permit is not in the right area. For all hanging passes, they must be hanging from your rear view mirror while you are on campus. Failure to do so will result in a ticket.
Some of our facilities are in high demand and do have waiting lists. Please call us at 213.740.3575 or visit our office to check on the availability of both.
Yes. The parking lots at the University owned housing complexes are operated by Transportation Services. You need to purchase a permit for the appropriate lot.
Yes. Parking availability is much higher during the summer, but you still have to purchase a pass.
We offer many types of permits. Please go here for a complete list.
Yes, there is no free parking at USC. Hourly (meter) and daily parking are available for guests.
Gold permits (on campus) are $414 /semester and Cardinal permits (off campus) are $301.50/semester. For a complete list, please go here. These rates are subject to change.