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All students, even first-years, are allowed to park for free at Colby, and most tend to find it very easy. Because the College is in Maine, the snowy winters can be a problem, but students with four-wheel drive and snow tires (maybe even a shovel) fare well. The parking lots are all within a five-minute walking distance from any given dorm but even that can seem too far in the winter. Colby is generally good about plowing the lots after a large storm, but if you leave your car in a lot too long without moving it, your car will likely end up under a few feet of snow.

There are three main student lots around campus—Bob's, Foss, and Hillside—as well as student parking at the athletic center, and parking spots are always available. Campus is far enough from town that having a car is very helpful, especially during the cold winters. But even if you don’t have a car of your own, so many students bring one to campus because Colby makes it so easy that you’re likely to know someone who has a car on campus.

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wumple

'13

Physics

4.6

A

Plentiful Parking

There is plenty of parking on campus. Permits are free, but you do have to register your car with Campus Security. Cars definitely aren't necessary, but they can be handy if you want to go off campus to have dinner in Waterville or if you enjoy skiing during the winter. Security does hand out lots of tickets, however, so make sure you don't park where you're not supposed to!

Nov 08, 2010

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chilliams

'13

History

3.5

B

Pretty Good

There is a bunch of space in the Marylow and Hillside lots but Bob's is always full. You don't really need a car because you will have friends with one and there is no real reason to leave campus but parking is free so it doesn't hurt.

Nov 08, 2010

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cmbrown

'13

African American Studies

3.1

B-

Okay Parking Depending on What Event Is on

Depending on if there is an event, you may find parking. If there is a big event, then good luck.

Nov 08, 2010

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