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Frequently Asked Questions – Parking

Q: Do I need to purchase the decal/permit now?
A: Decals/permits are issued on a first-come, first-serve basis; so it is recommended that you complete the process as soon as possible.

Q: Where can a residential student park, and what is the price?
A: General surface parking is available for students who reside on campus in lots 4, 5, 6, 7 and 8. The price for Spring/Summer 2013 is $125.00 per semester. Download Parking Map

Q: Where can a non-residential student park, and what is the price?
A: Parking is available for students who do not reside on campus in lots 1, 1-A, 1-B, 2, 10, 11, 12, 13 and 15 (garage). The price for Spring/Summer 2013 is $75.00 per semester. Download Parking Map

Q: Where can a student attending night/weekend (cohort) classes* select, and what are the prices?
A: General surface parking is available for students that attend night/weekend (cohort) classes in lot 4. The price is $5.00 and the permit expires Jul. 31, 2013. Download Parking Map
     *student must be registered in specific courses

Q: What are the hours for the various lots?
Parking Garage:
Open 6 a.m. Monday to 6 p.m. Friday; no overnight parking
Closed 6 p.m. Friday to 6 a.m. Monday

General Surface Parking:
Open 24 hours, seven days per week with appropriate decal/permit

Q: Can the charge for the decal/permit be applied to my student account?
A: No, the parking management system is not able to apply charges to a student's account at this time.

Q: I do not have a credit card, how do I use the web site?
A: A credit or debit card is required to use the web site.  For students that do not currently have a credit or debit card, obtaining a prepaid card is recommended.  Prepaid cards are available at most major retail stores.

Q: I only attend night/weekend classes - do I need a decal/permit?
A: Yes, all vehicles on campus must have a decal/permit. The decal for students that are attending night/weekend classes only is available for $5.00 per semester and will allow access to lot 4 on campus.

Q: Can residential students park in the parking garage?
A: No, the parking garage has been designated as the primary parking area for non-residential or commuter students. Guests to the university attending an event in GCU Arena will also park in the garage.