Comparable Schools'
Parking Grades:
Quick Stats
Common Parking Tickets
- Fire lane - $50
- No parking zone - $50
- No tag - $60-$100
Freshmen Allowed to Park
Yes
Approximate Parking Permit Cost
Parking Permits
Students who want to park on campus must first register their car with the University Police Department. They are then able to obtain a C-zone or R-zone parking tag (the only tags available to undergrads) for about $30.
College Prowler Take
One of the worst aspects of going to college at Auburn is the parking situation. There has been an uphill battle going on between the students and administration for years about the lack of parking on campus. The administration has been working to improve the Transit system to make it faster and more convenient for students to ride. If you live on campus, then you can always walk or bike to class.
In years to come, Auburn will eventually be turned into a walking campus. As for right now, if you choose to drive to class, then just make sure you leave in plenty of time. Professors rarely excuse tardiness just because you couldn’t find a parking space.
Students Speak Out
Love your school more than free food? Hate your school more than term papers?
Somewhere in between? Show the world what YOU think of YOUR school:
Anonymous says:  |
The biggest complaint students...
The biggest complaint students have is the parking.If you’ve got classes in the morning, then it’s not a problem, but if you come in the afternoon, I would set aside some extra time to find a spot. And I’ve been here long enough to know about the secret spots off campus that are closer to my classes and work better than regular parking. |
Anonymous says: |
Parking is better than it is at...
Parking is better than it is at other schools I’ve visited, but I wouldn’t say it’s great. It’s not a giant campus, but there is walking involved. |
Anonymous says: |
There are huge parking lots for...
There are huge parking lots for students, but they are way far from the buildings you want to be in, and the parking Nazis (campus parking patrol) will ticket you in a heartbeat if you park wrong. You have to walk a pretty good ways from the parking lots, but hey, it’s good exercise. |
Anonymous says: |
Parking on campus can be a...
Parking on campus can be a nightmare. Be sure to get to campus at least 30 minutes before your class to ensure you’ll get a space and make it to class on time. |
Did You Know?
Best Places to Find a Parking Spot:
The stadium parking deck, The Coliseum parking lot
Good Luck Getting a Parking Spot Here!
Near the dorms, the library parking deck
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