Comparable Schools'
Parking Grades:
Quick Stats
Common Parking Tickets
- Handicapped zone - $50
- No valid or improperly displayed permit - $25
- Parking in restricted area - $25
Freshmen Allowed to Park
Yes
Approximate Parking Permit Cost
Parking Permits
All students must register their cars with the University in the fall. This is taken care of by giving your license plate number and car description to public safety. Upon turning in the paper work, students receive different permits depending on their year and living unit. It is very easy and convenient to do, and you can now even do it online at www.depauw.edu/student/safety/parking/parkapplyforpermit.asp.
College Prowler Take
Cars are allowed all four years at DePauw, and with a $20 parking permit, you can find ample room to park your BMW next to frat guy Jon’s Jeep or Joe’s Mercedes. The beauty of parking on campus is that there’s lots of it; the downside is that you may walk just as far to get your car as it would take you to walk to where you are planning to go. First year parking is located next door to residence halls; however, upperclassmen parking tends to be more scattered throughout campus. Upperclass sorority women fair the worst when it comes to parking since their houses have the least available spots, but even with a two-block walk, parking is of little concern.
The necessity of a car is questionable, but most people choose to have one. Like many other schools, people drive to class just to drive to class, or out of pure laziness. All classes and most collegiate activities are definitely within walking distance, and a shuttle is offered for the weekly Wal-Mart trips. People have cars all four years for the sheer comfort it offers; just in case one ever feels the need to get away or take part in the much acclaimed “Putnam County Covered Bridge Tour” (maps are available at all town shops and gas stations), their cars are needed. It also comes in handy for the always popular tailgate or a road trip to the many other Indiana schools nearby.
Students Speak Out
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Somewhere in between? Show the world what YOU think of YOUR school:
Anonymous says:  |
It’s easy to park for the freshmen...
It’s easy to park for the freshmen living in South Quad, but there really isn’t much parking on the North part of campus where a lot of the sororities and frats are located. |
Anonymous says: |
There is limited parking on...
There is limited parking on campus, but it is generally not too difficult to find a spot near your residence. The Greek Houses all have private parking lots, which helps to clear up some congestion in parking on campus. |
Anonymous says: |
It’s fine; I really can’t...
It’s fine; I really can’t complain. My friends at big schools have it so much worse. |
Anonymous says: |
Parking is pretty tight, but none...
Parking is pretty tight, but none of the lots are further than a five-minute walk from the dorms. For the amount that you use your car, it is pretty convenient. |
Did You Know?
Best Places to Find a Parking Spot:
Olive Street lot
Hogate South lot
Hanna Street lot
If you live in your Greek House, you can usually get your own parking spot.
Good Luck Getting a Parking Spot Here!
Streets surrounding sororities or fraternities
Anywhere near Academic Quad
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